A prominent structure of the Royal Mile is St. Giles Cathedral, also known as the High Kirk of 
Edinburgh and is easily recognised by its unique crown steeple which is a prominent feature of the city skyline. 
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| St Giles Cathedral | 
The present church dates from the late 14th century though the church wash founded in 1130 
and has been one of Edinburgh’s religious focal points for almost 900 years.
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| The Spire atop St Giles Cathedral | 
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| The Entrance of St Giles Cathedral | 
 Photographs in this post were taken during our vacation in Scotland in the summer of 2012