• A fortnight later, the Inverness Courier published a commemorative piece on Shanks, calling him the "beadle or cicerone of Elgin Cathedral", and writing:[107].
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  • In the Scottish Highlands a magnificent 13 century ruin is the Elgin Cathedral, for its octagonal chapter house and dramatic west façade best known.
  • What are visiting hours of Elgin Cathedral? Is there an audio-tour and how might I book a guided tour with Cathedral / Museum staff or local historian?
  • The magnificent ruins of Elgin Cathedral tell a story 1000 years old about the seat of the bishop of Moray and growth of the city of Elgin.
  • Elgin Cathedral, known as the Lantern of the North, is an impressive 800 year old, Medieval ruin. It was once Scotland's second largest cathedral.
  • Elgin Cathedral, also known as the ‘Lantern of the North’, is a historic ruin in Elgin in the Grampian region of Scotland.
  • The cathedral, dedicated to the Holy Trinity, was established in 1224 on land granted by King Alexander II outside the burgh of Elgin and close to the River Lossie.
  • Throughout its history, Elgin Cathedral has seen various inhabitants, including a succession of bishops. It also played a role in the Scottish Reformation.
  • In 1224 the cathedral was transferred to Elgin, in part to be closer to the burgeoning market there, and in part to be closer to the protection of the royal castle.