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St Andrews has played a
significant role in the history of Scotland since at least
the 6th century. It is named St Andrews because the relics
of the disciple St Andrew were said to have been brought here
from Constantinople in the 8th century by a monk called St
Regulus or St Rule.
The cathedral and the castle are open
to the public and looked after by Historic Scotland. |
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 The
Castle
St Andrews Castle was the former Bishops' Palace, the residence
of the Archbishops of St Andrews. Its oldest remains date from
around 1200. |
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 The
Cathedral & St Rule's Tower
The Cathedral was started in the mid 12th century, but was not
consecrated until 1320. Throughout the Middle Ages St Andrews
was a religious centre visited by many pilgrims.
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 The
University
The University of St Andrews was founded in 1411 and is the
oldest in Scotland, and the third oldest in the UK. It now has
over 7000 students and an international reputation. |
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