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All the United Kingdom Scotland Saint Andrews

The Atlas Obscura Guide To Saint Andrews

4 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Saint Andrews, Scotland

Updated April 2, 2024

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George Wishart initials

Saint Andrews, Scotland

George Wishart Memorial Stones

The initials "GW" mark where one of Scotland's most important Protestant martyrs was burned at the stake.
The stone PH marking where Patrick Hamilton burnt at the stake.

Saint Andrews, Scotland

Saint Salvator's Unlucky PH

Every St. Andrews student knows to avoid this inscription for fear of a martyr's curse.
Hamish McHamish Statue

Saint Andrews, Scotland

Hamish McHamish Statue

This bronze statue was erected to honor a small Scottish town's beloved stray cat.
Drinking Vessel, Gladstone’s Land

Saint Andrews, Scotland

Beggar's Benison Artifacts

"May prick nor purse ne'er fail you."
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Bishop's Wood

The burial site of a murdered bishop and his alleged killers.
3 miles from Saint Andrews
Dunino Den

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Dunino Den

A site of pagan worship which still attracts people looking for fairies.
4 miles from Saint Andrews
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Scotland's Secret Bunker

A nuclear bunker built to shelter the politicians and important people of Scotland in case of nuclear attack.
6 miles from Saint Andrews
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