Welcome to Glasgow Cathedral! Erected between AD 1136 and 1484, Glasgow Cathedral is now Scotland’s largest place of worship. Its history reflects contrasting Christian identities. The site was an ancient pilgrimage destination containing the tomb of the 6th-century Celtic missionary to Strathclyde, St Kentigern (or Mungo). Believers say this gave access to the special grace of a saint close to God and whose remains emitted the breath of the Holy Spirit, making the place ‘holy.’ source: glasgowc

✨Glasgow Cathedral & St Mungo✨ This location has been a holy site since the 6th century, eventually expanding in the 12th century into the grand cathedral we see today♥️ Let me know if you want to hear about the Miracles of St Mungo! #glasgow #history #cathedral #gothic #folklore | Emily in Scotland

On the lowest level of the Glasgow Necropolis, not far from the cathedral, you'll find this wee memorial to Scotland's National Hero - William Wallace. It commemorates an event that you won't find in Braveheart, or even most history books, known as the Battle of the Bell o the Braes. The only reference we have to this Glaswegian conflict comes from Blind Harry's epic poem - "The Wallace" which usually has an accuracy disclaimer. However, even if his work was based purely on oral tradition around