St John's Kirk Perth Ancient Capital of Scotland XPL 6386
Perth has a number of popular architectural and historical attractions, most notably Scone Palace and St. John's Kirk. 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 was in place by 1511. The north porch is known as Halkerston's Tower, probably after the architect John Halkerston, active in the 1460s. The upper room of the tower was used as a female prison, but was removed in 1823. Until 1580 the area around St John's was the burgh's main cemetery and still contains many burials. Prominent citizens were buried within the Kirk itself. XPL 6386
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Location: Perth City Perthshire Tayside Region Scotland UK
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