An old Pilgrims Place

Our latest host Tom Naven wanted to show us the Glasgow Cathedral but it was closed. So today I tried again and visited the Glasgow Necropolis nearby too, which is one of Europes most impressing cemeteries. Enjoy some photo impressions ...

​The awe-inspiring building dedicated to St Kentigern, also known as St Mungo, was built in the 1100s and drew countless pilgrims to his shrine. Today, it’s the most complete medieval cathedral on the Scottish mainland, having survived the Protestant Reformation almost intact. ... The University of Glasgow originated in classes held within the precinct of the Cathedral. read more
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Here is the bird that never flew
Here is the tree that never grew
Here is the bell that never rang
Here is the fish that never swam

read more about the Life of St Mungo or St Kentigern and the Miracles around "them"
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Impressions