Glenluce Abbey, Cistercian monastery in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland.
The monastery contains a preserved chapter house with original floor tiles and vaulted ceilings, standing among stone walls and ancient foundations.
Roland, Lord of Galloway, established Glenluce Abbey in 1192 by inviting twelve monks from Dundrennan Abbey to create a religious settlement.
The monastery functioned as a center of religious learning where monks conducted daily prayers, copied manuscripts, and maintained agricultural practices until 1560.
Located two miles from Glenluce village off the A75 road, the site opens to visitors during spring and summer months under Historic Environment Scotland management.
The site retains its medieval water system with original clay and lead pipes, demonstrating advanced engineering methods from the 12th century.
Location: Dumfries and Galloway
Location: Old Luce
Inception: 12 century
GPS coordinates: 54.88917,-4.83139
Latest update: March 24, 2025 11:40
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