Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Bishop's Palace Memorial Pillar
In or near Glasgow.
Bishop's Palace Memorial Pillar — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Jim Smillie — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- High Street · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
- Wheelchair accessible
About
Bishop's Palace Memorial Pillar is a memorial located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art is dedicated to exploring the significance of religion in various cultures throughout history. Visitors can enjoy diverse exhibits, participate in events, and relax in the first Zen garden in Britain. The museum is located in the historic Cathedral Precinct of Glasgow.
Place summary
The Bishop's Palace Memorial Pillar is a memorial located in central Scotland. It commemorates the historical significance of the Bishop's Palace in the area. The pillar serves as a notable landmark reflecting the region's ecclesiastical heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8627, -4.2360
- District
- Glasgow City
- Postcode
- G4 0RH
- Parliamentary constituency
- Glasgow North East
- Phone
- +44 141 276 1625
- Nearest railway station
- High Street — 0.4 km
- Opening
- Mo-Th 10:00-17:00; Fr 11:00-17:00; Sa 10:00-17:00; Su 11:00-17:00
- Official site
- www.glasgowlife.org.uk
Sources
- osm: way/387400904 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bishop's Palace Memorial Pillar?
- Bishop's Palace Memorial Pillar is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G4 0RH).
- What is Bishop's Palace Memorial Pillar?
- Bishop's Palace Memorial Pillar — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Bishop's Palace Memorial Pillar?
- The nearest railway station is High Street, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode G4 0RH.
- Is Bishop's Palace Memorial Pillar free to visit?
- Yes, Bishop's Palace Memorial Pillar is free to enter.
- How do I get to Bishop's Palace Memorial Pillar?
- The nearest railway station is High Street, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G4 0RH.