Saint Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh, Scotland by danapommet

Photography • Architecture • posted on Jul 21, 2011

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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. Thanks for stopping by my gallery, taking a look and for all your previous favs and comments. They are very much appreciated. Dana

Comments (33)

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clbsmiley

6:05PM | Thu, 21 July 2011

This is great! Muted effect, I like it! :)

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bobrgallegos

6:10PM | Thu, 21 July 2011

Wonderful Photo of this awesome cathedral Dana!!

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Faemike55

6:10PM | Thu, 21 July 2011

Fantastic capture, Dana and wonderful history

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mickeyrony

6:11PM | Thu, 21 July 2011

Hooo ..... A superb architecture my friend. Thanks so much for sharing ((5 + +)) Hooo ..... A superb architecture my friend. Thanks so much for sharing ((5 + +))

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eekdog

6:24PM | Thu, 21 July 2011

cool cathedral dana, magnificent structure it is.

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bmac62

6:52PM | Thu, 21 July 2011

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:)

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goodoleboy

7:31PM | Thu, 21 July 2011

Oh wow, unreal sepia tone colors and textures in this awesome shot of the beautifully architected edifice, Dana.

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mgtcs

8:03PM | Thu, 21 July 2011

WOW....Magnificent image again Dana, spectacular work! 10*

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pixeluna

8:59PM | Thu, 21 July 2011

I really like this info gallery, I learn something new every time I go visit. Thank you, Dana!

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m_j_s

9:03PM | Thu, 21 July 2011

Ah wonderful shot Dana! I know this area so well.

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wotan

9:22PM | Thu, 21 July 2011

Beautiful cathedral, riched by your capture!

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Isabelle711

10:50PM | Thu, 21 July 2011

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 :)))))

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jayfar

12:32AM | Fri, 22 July 2011

A really lovely shot Dana you have captured it well and there is something about film that is still very appealing.

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Feliciti

12:56AM | Fri, 22 July 2011

fantastic capture !!

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Katraz

1:32AM | Fri, 22 July 2011

Nice one Dana did you get inside to see that big stained glass window.

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durleybeachbum

2:44AM | Fri, 22 July 2011

I had no idea that a Scots Mile was different! This colouring is very appealing.

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fallen21

3:03AM | Fri, 22 July 2011

Fantastic image, nicely captured!

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rainbows

3:22AM | Fri, 22 July 2011

Wonderful capture, dear Dana. Good information too. Have a lovely day. Hugs. Di. xx

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dakotabluemoon

6:53AM | Fri, 22 July 2011

Wow what a beauty this is and i do hope this piece of history will forever remain.

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mariogiannecchini

8:41AM | Fri, 22 July 2011

Wonderful capture and photo of this awesome cathedral, Dana!!

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MrsRatbag

8:41AM | Fri, 22 July 2011

What a lovely cathedral! Wonderful shot!

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flavia49

9:02AM | Fri, 22 July 2011

nice shot

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jendellas

2:12PM | Fri, 22 July 2011

I like this pic, it has an old photo feel!!!

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Jay-el-Jay

3:39PM | Fri, 22 July 2011

A wonderful view of this historic house of worship.

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Erestorfan

6:20PM | Fri, 22 July 2011

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!!!

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