Image: Holyrood Abbey - geograph.org.uk - 568988

Description: Holyrood Abbey The ruined Augustinian Abbey that is sited in the grounds was built in 1128 at the order of King David I of Scotland. It has been the site of many royal coronations and marriage ceremonies. The roof of the abbey collapsed in the 18th century, leaving it as it currently stands, a ruin. The Abbey was adapted as a Chapel for the Order of the Thistle by King James VII (and II of England), but was subsequently destroyed by a mob. In 1691 the then-new Kirk of the Canongate replaced the Abbey as the local parish church, where today the Queen attends services when in residence at the Palace. Source Wiki: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palace_of_Holyroodhouse
Title: Holyrood Abbey - geograph.org.uk - 568988
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