Saint Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh, Scotland by danapommet
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Saint Giles' Cathedral, also known as the High Kirk of Edinburgh, is the principal place of worship of the Church of Scotland in Edinburgh. Its distinctive crown steeple is a prominent feature of the city skyline, at the midpoint of the Royal Mile. The Royal Mile is approximately one Scots mile long (8 Scots furlongs, 1807 meters, 1976 yards or 1.12 miles), and runs between two foci of history in Scotland, from Edinburgh Castle at the top of the Castle Rock down to Holyrood Abbey. The church has been one of Edinburgh's religious focal points for approximately 900 years. The present church dates from the late 14th century, though it was extensively restored in the 19th century, and is protected as a category A listed building. Today it is sometimes regarded as the "Mother Church of Presbyterianism". The cathedral is dedicated to Saint Giles, who is the patron saint of Edinburgh, as well as of cripples and lepers, and was a very popular saint in the Middle Ages. It is the Church of Scotland parish church for part of Edinburgh's Old Town. Some info from Wikipedia. 1995 photos scanned. Zoom will not help.
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Dana
Comments (33)
This is great! Muted effect, I like it! :)
Wonderful Photo of this awesome cathedral Dana!!
Fantastic capture, Dana and wonderful history
Hooo ..... A superb architecture my friend. Thanks so much for sharing ((5 + +)) Hooo ..... A superb architecture my friend. Thanks so much for sharing ((5 + +))
cool cathedral dana, magnificent structure it is.
Enjoying my trip through the landmarks of Scotland with you Dana. The sky reminds me of the Northwest...mostly cloudy much of the time with occassional sunbreaks:)
Oh wow, unreal sepia tone colors and textures in this awesome shot of the beautifully architected edifice, Dana.
WOW....Magnificent image again Dana, spectacular work! 10*
I really like this info gallery, I learn something new every time I go visit. Thank you, Dana!
Ah wonderful shot Dana! I know this area so well.
Beautiful cathedral, riched by your capture!
Seeing beauty like this is truely amazing. :)))) Love the history also. :)))) I thank you ever so much for showing beauty like this. :))))) Excellent capture. :)))) Gorgeous catherdral. :))) Thank you ever so much for sharing all the beauty you see. :)))) Carry A Smile In Your Heart :)))))
A really lovely shot Dana you have captured it well and there is something about film that is still very appealing.
fantastic capture !!
Nice one Dana did you get inside to see that big stained glass window.
I had no idea that a Scots Mile was different! This colouring is very appealing.
Fantastic image, nicely captured!
Wonderful capture, dear Dana. Good information too. Have a lovely day. Hugs. Di. xx
Wow what a beauty this is and i do hope this piece of history will forever remain.
Wonderful capture and photo of this awesome cathedral, Dana!!
What a lovely cathedral! Wonderful shot!
nice shot
I like this pic, it has an old photo feel!!!
A wonderful view of this historic house of worship.
What a gorgeous place, Dana! Thanks for sharing it with us. It staggers my mind when talking about 900 years...as you know, over here in NH when we talk 1600's, we're talking OLD...VERY old! The UK has such wonderful history!!!
Great shot, love the POV- thanks for sharing! :-)
Selina Photography™
wonderful shot
Excellent capture and info! :)
I wonder if the locals get complacent with seeing them everyday and not appreciate the history.beautiful castle
A glorious photo of a wonderful Cathedral!