Dunvegan Parish Church facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Dunvegan Parish Church, Skye |
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Dunvegan Parish Church, Skye
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| 57°26′10″N 6°34′42″W / 57.436188°N 6.578348°W | |
| Location | Dunvegan, Skye |
| Country | Scotland |
| Denomination | Church of Scotland |
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| Groundbreaking | 1823 |
| Completed | 1832 |
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| Parish | Duirinish |
Dunvegan Parish Church is an important church located in the village of Dunvegan. This village is on the beautiful Isle of Skye in Scotland. The church is also known as Duirinish Parish Church. It is part of the Church of Scotland, which is the main Presbyterian church in Scotland.
History
This church was built a long time ago. Its construction started in 1823 and finished in 1832. So, it took about nine years to complete! The church was designed in a style called Gothic Revival. This means its look was inspired by the grand, old Gothic churches from the Middle Ages. You can often see pointed arches and tall windows in this style.
Dunvegan Parish Church is considered a very special building. It has a special status as a Category A listed building. This means it's officially recognized as a building of great historical or architectural importance in Scotland. Being "listed" helps protect the church so it can be enjoyed for many years to come.
