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Glasgow - Cultural

 

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The Glasgow School of Art
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Ranked #1 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Architectural Buildings; Educational Sites

Designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh in 1896 and finished in 1909 The Glasgow School of Art is widely considered to be Mackintosh's Masterwork and boasts his finest interior, the... more »

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Ranked #2 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Educational Sites
Take a student-led tour of the university's historic campus. The university was founded more than 500 years ago.
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Ranked #3 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Neighbourhoods; Parks
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Ranked #4 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #5 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Historic Sites
Owner description: The beautiful home of Charles Mackintosh, the turn-of-the-century Scottish architect and artist who brought international... more » Owner description: The beautiful home of Charles Mackintosh, the turn-of-the-century Scottish architect and artist who brought international fame to the city of Glasgow. « less
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Ranked #6 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Neighbourhoods
Owner description: Self-guided walking tour maps are available from George Square Tourist Office of Merchant City, now a vibrant historic cafe... more » Owner description: Self-guided walking tour maps are available from George Square Tourist Office of Merchant City, now a vibrant historic cafe quarter and designer-shopping mecca. Highlights of this tour, which dates back to medieval times, include the grand neo-classical halls and Georgian townhouses built for Glasgow's rich tobacco barons and shipping merchants. « less
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Ranked #7 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Libraries
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Ranked #8 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Gardens

The Botanic Gardens are located at the top of Byres Road, where it meets Great Western Road.  It is a beautiful space in the west end of Glasgow, which is very popular with local... more »

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Ranked #9 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Cemeteries
Owner description: The Necropolis, Glasgow's Victorian City of the Dead, is a vast and grand cemetery modeled on Père-Lachaise in Paris.... more » Owner description: The Necropolis, Glasgow's Victorian City of the Dead, is a vast and grand cemetery modeled on Père-Lachaise in Paris. Described as one of the most significant cemeteries in Europe, it is a major visitor attraction and patrolled by Park Rangers. Heritage Trail maps are available to guide the visitor to the memorials and tombs of some of Glasgow's most eminent citizens. « less
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Ranked #10 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Religious Sites; Historic Sites
Owner description: The medieval Glasgow Cathedral has been in constant use for worship for over 800 years, and is of great architectural and... more » Owner description: The medieval Glasgow Cathedral has been in constant use for worship for over 800 years, and is of great architectural and historic interest. Highlights include one of the finest post-war collections of stained glass windows in Britain, and the ceiling in the Blackadder Aisle which was built around 1500 by Archbishop Blackadder. Cared for by Historic Scotland and open to visitors throughout the year from 9.30am except Sundays when it is open at 1pm. Recitals and special family events are a regular feature. Closing times vary seasonally. « less
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Ranked #11 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Historic Sites

The Tenement House is one of many heritage locations belonging to the National Trust for Scotland. It is a typical Victorian four-room flat from around 1892. Not much in the flat... more »

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Ranked #12 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Government Buildings; Historic Sites
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Ranked #13 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Historic Sites; Speciality Museums
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Ranked #14 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Theatres
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Ranked #15 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Educational Sites
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Ranked #16 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Religious Sites
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Ranked #17 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites
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Ranked #18 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Convention Centres
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Ranked #19 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Churches/ Cathedrals
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Ranked #20 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings
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Ranked #21 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Churches/ Cathedrals
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Ranked #22 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Architectural Buildings

Queen’s Cross Church in Maryhill, Glasgow, is considered to be one of Charles Rennie Mackintosh most mysterious projects. This building is the only church by the Glasgow born... more »

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Ranked #23 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Educational Sites
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Ranked #24 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Tours
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Ranked #25 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Historic Sites; Speciality Museums
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Ranked #26 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Churches/ Cathedrals
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Ranked #27 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Religious Sites
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Ranked #28 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Churches/ Cathedrals
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Ranked #29 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Educational Sites; Religious Sites
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Ranked #30 of 43 Cultural in Glasgow
Category: Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites
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