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George Square, Central square in Glasgow, United Kingdom

The square contains monuments and statues dedicated to Scottish figures, including Robert Burns, James Watt, and Sir Walter Scott throughout its grounds.

George Square, established in 1781 and named after King George III, became a focal point for civil demonstrations, including the 1919 protest for reduced working hours.

The Municipal Chambers building on George Square displays Victorian architectural elements with its ornate stone carvings and grand proportions from its 1889 completion.

Located next to Queen Street Station, the square offers direct access to transportation connections and stands near numerous restaurants and shopping locations.

The George Square Cenotaph, unveiled in 1924, holds annual Remembrance Day ceremonies and stands as a memorial to First World War casualties.

Location: Glasgow City

GPS coordinates: 55.86111,-4.25028

Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:59

Photography in Glasgow: cathedral, museums and Victorian architecture

Glasgow combines medieval structures with Victorian architecture and modern cultural buildings. The city offers photographers a mix of Gothic churches, sandstone buildings, and green spaces along the River Clyde. The route includes the 12th-century cathedral and the adjacent Necropolis with its monuments on a hillside. Kelvingrove Museum displays Spanish Baroque architecture, while the University of Glasgow presents Gothic towers and courtyards. The Botanic Gardens house Victorian glasshouses with iron and glass structures. The Riverside Museum documents the city's industrial history, and modern venues like the SSE Hydro and Clyde Auditorium complete the route. The collection covers religious, academic, and industrial architecture, along with parks and cemeteries.

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