Govan Carved Stones, Scotland
(Above image is a capture of stained glass at Govan Old Parish Church.) This evening, I am reporting on the stunning collection of early medieval carved stones at Govan Old Parish Church, Glasgow, Scotland. This collection ranks as one of Scotland’s top historic treasures. Govan is about three miles west of central Glasgow in the west of Scotland. Detail of Jordanhill Cross at Govan Despite historic importance, the collection remains at the location at which they were found, albeit now inside Govan Old Parish Church which is now a quasi-museum. The stones were originally found in the church burial ground. The church is usually open April 1st-October 31st. Guides are usually on hand to assist with interpretation. The Govan Old Parish Church is located on a very early and important Christian site close to the River Clyde, possibly dating back 1500 years in course of which worship has transitioned from Celtic to Catholic, briefly Episcopalian and now P...