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About Elgin

Elgin counts as one of the smallest and oldest cities in Scotland and has a long tumultuous history. It seems that Elgin was isolated from the rest of Scotland by the rivers Spey and Findhorn.

Elgin has a lot to offer to visitors. Elgin most famous site is its Cathedral. Also known as the “Lantern of the North”, it is nowadays a ruin. You can however just imagine what the majestic grandeur of the cathedral must have been. Today, only the towers to the main chapel are intact.

Elgin Museum boasts various collections of Natural history, geology, archaeology, science and Social History and is famous for pictish stones and local fossils.
6 miles from Elgin, discover Pluscarden Abbey, a most intriguing and peaceful attraction as it is the only medieval monastery in the country that is still occupied by the Monks.

The Motor Museum is located in mill buildings where you can see the cars of the past.

Fancy a beautiful cashmere knitwear? Head for the Johnstons Cashmere which specialises in luxury items, there is a visitor centre.

Elgin famous buildings are located on the High Street, Thunderton House, which started as a royal residece is now a pub.

For malt whisky lovers, do not forget to go to Gordon and MacPhail’s shop, a family run shop which started in 1895.

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