Top Historic Sights in Berwickshire, United Kingdom

Explore the historic highlights of Berwickshire

Berwickshire is a historic county in the southeastern part of Scotland, bordering England along the North Sea coast. Known for its picturesque landscapes, Berwickshire features rolling hills, rugged cliffs, and scenic countryside. The area is rich in history, with ancient castles, such as Fast Castle, and charming towns like Duns and Eyemouth. Eyemouth is a bustling fishing town, while Duns is known for its heritage and connections to figures like John Duns Scotus. The region also offers beautiful coastal walks, wildlife reserves, and cultural events, making it a peaceful yet vibrant part of Scotland.

Dryburgh Abbey

Berwickshire, United Kingdom
1150

Thirlestane Castle

Berwickshire, United Kingdom
1670s

Greenknowe Tower

Berwickshire, United Kingdom
16th century

Coldingham Priory

Berwickshire, United Kingdom
1098

Hume Castle

Berwickshire, United Kingdom
13th century

Edin's Hall Broch

Berwickshire, United Kingdom
2nd century AD

Chirnside Parish Church

Berwickshire, United Kingdom
12th century

Ayton Castle

Berwickshire, United Kingdom
19th century

Duns Castle

Berwickshire, United Kingdom
1320

Wedderburn Castle

Berwickshire, United Kingdom
1771-1775

Fast Castle

Berwickshire, United Kingdom
14th century

Legerwood Kirk

Berwickshire, United Kingdom
12th century

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Clementinum

The Clementinum is a historic complex of buildings in Prague. Until recently the complex hosted the National, University and Technical libraries, the City Library also being located nearby on Mariánské Náměstí. The Technical library and the Municipal library have moved to the Prague National Technical Library at Technická 6 since 2009. It is currently in use as the National Library of the Czech Republic.

Its history dates from the existence of a chapel dedicated to Saint Clement in the 11th century. A Dominican monastery was founded in the medieval period, which was transformed in 1556 to a Jesuit college. In 1622 the Jesuits transferred the library of Charles University to the Klementinum, and the college was merged with the University in 1654. The Jesuits remained until 1773, when the Klementinum was established as an observatory, library, and university by the Empress Maria Theresa of Austria.