St John's Kirk
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St John's Kirk
Image: © David Dixon Taken: 27 Oct 2011
St John's Kirk is the oldest standing building in Perth, and one of the most important parish churches in Scotland. It was first mentioned in 1126, and has played a central part in the life of the burgh. The original building was completed by 1241, when the Kirk was dedicated by the Bishop of St Andrews, but it has undergone many alterations since then. In 1440 a new choir was built, now the oldest remaining part of the building. The nave was rebuilt later in the century. The distinctive leaded spire, illuminated here, was in place by 1511. http://www.perthcity.co.uk/index.asp?pg=69 (Perth City.co.uk)
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Image Location
Latitude
56.395793
Longitude
-3.428173