Holyrood Abbey is a ruined Augustine Abbey. It is in Edinburgh, Scotland. It was built by David I of Scotland in 1128.
The ruins of Holyrood Abbey
Main west door (detail) Holyrood Abbey
The Chapel Royal at the time of James VII
Sanctuary marker for Holyrood Abbey, Royal Mile, Edinburgh
The aisle vault of the 4th bay, showing the rough quality of the construction.
The ruins of the abbey church
abbey ruin next to the en:Palace of Holyroodhouse, 2004-11. Copyright © Kaihsu Tai.
The ruins of the abbey, seen from the North side. Note the ornate structures.
The Abbey Strand, originally served as apartments for those seeking refuge within the Abbey sanctuary