Coupar Angus Abbey

Coupar Angus Abbey is a medieval Cistercian monastery where only stone fragments remain visible today. Parts of the gatehouse and tombstones were built into the walls of the nearby parish church and show construction methods from that era.

The monastery was founded around 1161 and grew into the wealthiest Cistercian house in Scotland. It remained a major institution for centuries before eventually falling into ruin.

The abbey served as a center for learning and skilled work across the region. Monks created manuscripts here and farmed extensive lands, making it an important institution in medieval Scotland.

The remains are located near Queen Street and are fairly easy to reach. Visiting is free and requires no special arrangements, though the stones show weathering.

A mysterious tunnel rediscovered in 1982 extends from the monastery over several kilometers before becoming blocked. The exact purpose and original destination of this underground passage remain unclear to this day.

Location: Perth and Kinross

Inception: 12 century

GPS coordinates: 56.55000,-3.26667

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:47