When entering into the Cathedral, I was greeted by a very large sign requesting that no photos be taken until a 2 GBP fee was paid for a photography permit. It stated that the fee would be used to fund the upkeep of the church which was founded in the 12th century. So, I walked up to the attended, paid my 2 GBPs and spent the next hour plus wondering around the massive interior, reading each of the placards and snapping photos.
Tomb of James, Marquis of Montrose is shown below. “From 1644 to 1646, and again in 1650, he fought a civil war in Scotland on behalf of the King and is generally referred to in Scotland as simply ‘the Great Montrose’.”
Such attention to detail …
As luck would have it, my visit coincided with the organist’s practice schedule. I felt like I was in a movie – the acoustics of this building were amazing. I only wish I had better words to describe this experience …
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