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Aberdeen - Old Town

 
The area north of King's College is known as Old Aberdeen and includes the University, founded in 1494. Several interesting medieval buildings are found in the vicinity of the High Street, most being situated between the Old Town and St Machar's.

Up until the last century, medieval Old Aberdeen in the area around St Machar's Cathedral had its own market charter.

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Today it has a host of protected buildings, the oldest of which dates from the 16th century and the quarter has become a popular meeting place for students who frequent the pubs and restaurants near the university.

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Street scene in Aberdeen.Street scene in Aberdeen.
Collonade at King's College in Aberdeen.Collonade at King's College in Aberdeen.
Exterior of St Machar's Cathedral in Aberdeen.Exterior of St Machar's Cathedral in Aberdeen.
Entrance to King's College in Aberdeen.Entrance to King's College in Aberdeen.
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