The ancient capital of Scotland, Dunfermline is a town with a rich historic and cultural heritage. The town is intersected from north to south by the picturesque Pittencrieff Park. Much of the town center is a conservation area and contains a large number of historic buildings. The most impressive is the Dunfermline Abbey where King Robert the Bruce is buried. The Abbot`s House located nearby is one of the oldest properties in the town and it hosts exhibits relating to Dunfermline and its place in history.