St. Andrews is mainly famous for its University ( the oldest in Scotland ) and being the birth place of golf.. Golf's enthusiasts and players from all over the world come here to experience the reach tradition . For many visitors the focal point is the Old Cathedral (unfortunately in ruin since the Reformation time ). But for one visitor who came with me, the main reason was really unusual -having the second name St. Andrew . And coming to Scotland from the States , you are obliged to see this famous burgh .
St Rules tower - the only fully preserved part of big cathedral in St Andrews , which was the biggest in Scotland .
Strolling around the ruined temple , one can imagine how big and impressive this structure once was .
Next to Cathedral another ruins - the castle perched on the cliff .
The path on the cliffs gives panoramic views across the beaches and sea .
Behind the castle to the north , a large sandy beach meets St Andrews Bay .
Nearby , large golf course overlooks the beach and waters of North Sea .
This Gull seemes to be not intimidated by passers-by .
The stroll around the Old Town is pleasant - nice and tidy streets . The medieval burgh was enclosed inside the fortified walls .
West Port , was one of the burgh's gates .
Near University , I found this plaque , commemorating the event . The famous American , one of the Fathers of United States was awarded by St. Andrews University when visiting Scotland .
St. Andrews is a small town , so it dosn't require much walking . That leaves time for simply sitting by the cliffs and watching the sea or enjoying a cuppa in the old town . There are many reasons to go there one day again , anyway .
