- The historic landmark is located just west of the Glasgow Necropolis, a Victorian-era cemetery, and faces Cathedral Square to the east.
- The Glasgow Cathedral sits within walking distance of the city center and is located next to the Glasgow Royal Infirmary.
- The medieval Glasgow Cathedral has been in constant use for worship for over 800 years, and is of great architectural and historic interest.
- Glasgow Cathedral has a rare timelessness. The dark, imposing interior conjures up medieval might and can send a shiver down the spine.
- One of Scotland’s most magnificent medieval buildings, Glasgow Cathedral is the only one on the mainland to survive the Reformation of 1560 intact.
- Glasgow Cathedral is open to the public, and visitors can explore the interior of the building and view its many impressive features.
- The city’s medieval cathedral is best known for its stunning stained glass windows and thirteenth century crypt, home to the tomb of Glasgow’s patron saint.
- The first stone built Glasgow Cathedral was dedicated in the presence of King David I in 1136. The present building was consecrated in 1197.
- Glasgow Cathedral and St Magnus Cathedral in Orkney are the only medieval cathedrals in Scotland to have survived the Reformation virtually intact.
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