Snizort Cathedral, Medieval cathedral ruins on St Columba's Isle, Highland, Scotland
The cathedral remains stand on a small island in the River Snizort, near the head of Loch Snizort on the Isle of Skye.
Founded in 1079 under the authority of the Archbishop of Nidaros in Norway, the cathedral functioned as the Metropolitan Church of the Isles by the 14th century.
The site marks a transition from Pictish traditions to Christian worship, with records indicating religious activities continuing until at least 1501.
The cathedral ruins are part of a designated Scheduled Monument complex, which includes St Columba's Church and additional ecclesiastical structures on Skeabost Island.
Bishop Wimund, who served at this cathedral, later transformed into a seafaring warlord adventurer after 1147, according to historical documentation.
Location: Highland
Inception: 1079
Part of: Skeabost Island,St Columba's Church & other ecclesiastical remains
GPS coordinates: 57.45320,-6.30570
Latest update: March 5, 2025 18:42
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