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Glasgow owed its importance during medieval times to its Cathedral (see picture) which is sited near the summit of one of the city`s many hills. The present building dates back to at least the thirteenth century and over the succeeding centuries a number of important ecclesiastical buildings were established around it. However, their only survivor is the fifteenth-century Provand`s Lordship. Over the centuries, the city developed along either side of High Street, the main thoroughfare which ran past the cathedral and down towards the ford across the River Clyde. Gradually, the city expanded to the east and west of the High Street axis with much of the industry gathering to the east and the western side enjoying the better housing and civic amenities.
This article is based on the guidebook "The Glasgow Guide". |
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Glasgow Cathedral is the city`s most important medieval building, with parts of it dating back many centuries. It is the burial place of St Mungo, Glasgow`s patron saint. |
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