St Andrews, Scotland Attractions

 
The small town of St Andrews, situated on the Fife peninsula about 12mi/20km southeast of Dundee, overlooks a long sandy beach. For many sports enthusiasts, St Andrews is the home of golf. The Royal and Ancient Golf Club was founded here in 1754 and since 1897 its members have been recognized internationally as golf's ruling body. Every two years the famous "British Open" championship is held at one of St Andrews' five 18-hole courses (there is one nine-hole course too). The little town also boasts numerous ancient buildings and what is thought to be Scotland's oldest university. The many student bars around College Street and Market Street contribute to the town's lively atmosphere.

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The British Golf Museum in St Andrews showcases an extensive exhibit concerning Golf. Golfing enthusiasts must visit this interesting tourist attraction.
Picture of Old Golf Course

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Avid golfers and tourists alike can visit the Old, 18-hole Golf Course in Craightoun Park.
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A Medieval Christian site reflecting Romanesque architecture, the Cathedral in St Andrews was once the largest in the entire country.

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Dating back to 1411, the University of Scotland is an old and established educational institution. The University grounds feature beautiful gardens and rose bushes.

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The old St Andrews Golf Course.Old Golf Course, St Andrews
Cathedral ruins detail at St Anrews.Cathedral, St Andrews
A St Andrews University building.University, St Andrews
Remains of St Andrews Castle.St Andrews Castle, St Andrews
Colonade at St Andrews University.University, St Andrews
The ocean front ruins of St Andrew Cathedral.Cathedral, St Andrews
An old wall of St Andrews Castle.St Andrews Castle, St Andrews
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