Sights and attractions, experience St Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh

Address
High St, Old Town
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Phone
225 9442
Website
www.stgilescathedral.org.uk
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bus: 2, 23, 27, 41, 42 or 45
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Lonely Planet review

The great grey bulk of St Giles Cathedral, capped by a beautiful 15th-century crown spire, dominates the Royal Mile. John Knox served as minister here, preaching his uncompromising Calvinist message, but its proudest moment came in 1637 when a local woman called Jenny Geddes, incensed at the king's attempts to impose bishops on Scotland, hurled her stool at the dean.

Her furniture throwing ignited a riot whose aftermath led to the signing of the National Covenant at Greyfriars the following year. A plaque marks the spot where Geddes launched her protest.

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