Glasgow, the largest city in Scotland, is the city that is rich in history, stylish buildings and cultural heritage. Medieval parish churches and more recent Victorian architecture are a few of the historical places and important buildings in the city. It does not matter if you are a history lover or not: in Glasgow, every tourist must have this heritage experience, period.
Glasgow Cathedral
Designed in the Gothic style, Glasgow is famous for its majestic St. Mungo's Cathedral or Glasgow Cathedral built in the 12th century. This cathedral is dedicated to Glasgow’s patron saint, St. Mungo. The building is richly designed with stained glass, exquisitely carved stones and has a magnificently designed portico. People can visit its various facets including its historical importance as a place of pilgrimage and the significance of the site in the establishment of the city.
The Necropolis
Next to the Glasgow Cathedral is the Necropolis, which is a Victorian cemetery that became the burial ground for many prominent resisdents of town. This burial ground is not only a peaceful contemplative area with lush greenery and walking tracks but also has panoramic views of the surrounding town. The site contains ornate gravestones and tombs which depict architectural styles of that era, in the nineteen-hundreds. Guided tours are provided to explain to people the resources buried in this cemetery and how they contributed to the development of Glasgow.
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is one of the most visited places in Scotland with respect to the combination of art, culture and history. From the year 1901, this building is an architectural rarely seen red sandstone building standing Osst with Spanish baroque theme. Its broad collection comprises fine art as well as natural history assets, demonstrating the multi-ethnic character of Glasgow. The gallery has an active schedule of short-term exhibitions and activities, making it appealing to visitors of all ages.
The Glasgow Science Centre
The Glasgow Science Center is situated in building built more recently but still reflects the will to learn and develop which characterizes the city. Established in 2001, it includes hands-on exhibits, a planetarium, and an IMAX theater. The goal of the center is also to spark interest towards science and technology. As a center for education, it furthers modernization in architecture and technological advances while embracing the city’s development as a learning center within history.
The People’s Palace and Winter Gardens
The People’s palace is a museum of Glasgow’s social history, situated in the scenic park of the Glasgow Green. It was established in 1898, and brings out the different aspects of residents in the city using exhibits and photographs. On the other side is the Winter Gardens where there is a beautiful conservatory of exotic plants for leisure. All these places provide evidence of the development of Glasgow and its people within the years.
Conclusion
As you will see, Glasgow has many historical sites and landmarks, and the more you see the more you understand the beauty of the city, its architectural history, and its culture development. Beginning for the paper-and-wooden gothic cathedral and finishing with the kinetic architecture of the Science Center, these sites have authentic tales of Glasgow. Attending to these places helps one to enhance their image of the city as well as how its residents fought on despite all the hardships over the years.
