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 Glasgow Cathedral Castle Street Tel: 0141 552 6891 glasgowcathedral.org.uk |
Glasgow Cathedral
    
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Glasgow Cathedral's origins
are thought to go way back to 590AD although the time of the rioting
which happened after reformation around 1590, is thought to have been
the Cathedrals most significant time. Throughout this dark time the
Cathedral could have been vandalised or worse still, destroyed. Thankfully,
due to the persistent protection of this magnificent building from
the people of Glasgow who had huge respect from everything the Cathedral
represented, this great structure still stands today. It is thought that the original church, built by St Kentigern was more than likely constructed mainly of wood. It was not until the reign of King David around 1136 the first stone version of Glasgow Cathedral was erected. This original version did not stand for long due a terrible fire however, in 1197 Bishop Jocelyn rebuilt it. The Nave walls of the cathedral, the earliest parts, which can also be seen today, go right up to the bottom of the fantastic windows. It is thought these date back to the early 1200's. Much of what you see today at Glasgow Cathedral is from this time. Three towers were built onto the cathedral in the 1400's two of these were later removed in the 1800's due to lack of funds being available to complete the works. The Millennium Window, which is placed in the north wall of the Nave represents a more modern look, is a great feature to this classic building. Within the cathedral there is always the tomb of the Patron Saint of Glasgow, St Mungo. You will also find a well within the cathedral, which is thought to have been used in the late 500's. As well as this there is also a series of chapels at the west end of the cathedral, the well is positioned in the Chapel of St John the Evangelist. Anyone visiting Glasgow Cathedral will find a truly stunning piece of architecture filled with history. The cathedral is as popular today with Glasgow people as it was so many years ago, a must see visitor attraction in the city. |
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