Holyrood Abbey Edinburgh

Path behind the ruins of Holyrood Abbey, 1195-1230, with Holyrood Park beyond. Edinburgh, Scotland. David Joyal all photos →

Holyrood Abbey was founded in 1128 by King David I for Augustinian monks from St Andrews. Holyrood Palace, home of Scottish royalty, was later built next to the abbey.

Location map of Holyrood Abbey, Edinburgh. Click to enlarge.

Aerial view of Holyrood Abbey, Edinburgh. Click to enlarge.

Quick Facts

Address: Edinburgh, UK
Coordinates: 55.9531520° N, 3.1715780° W map · aerial
Date(s): 1128

Article Info

Page Title: Holyrood Abbey
Added By: Holly Hayes
Date Published: October 8, 2013
Last Updated: April 15, 2024