St Andrews Cathedral Nave and East Tower
The ruins of St Andrews Cathedral Nave and East Tower.
Construction of the cathedral began in 1160 by Bishop Arnold and continued for 150 years until it was dedicated in 1318 in the presence of King Robert the Bruce. It was the largest church in Scotland at this time and a seat of religious power.
After the Reformation in 1560 the cathedral suffered much destruction and was abandoned in 1561.
St Andrews Cathedral Nave and East Tower
The ruins of St Andrews Cathedral Nave and East Tower.
Construction of the cathedral began in 1160 by Bishop Arnold and continued for 150 years until it was dedicated in 1318 in the presence of King Robert the Bruce. It was the largest church in Scotland at this time and a seat of religious power.
After the Reformation in 1560 the cathedral suffered much destruction and was abandoned in 1561.