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Why this matters

Holyrood Abbey, later expanded into Holyrood Palace, was founded in 1128 by King David I of Scotland as a Benedictine abbey. It is important as a key religious and royal site in Scottish history, serving as the official residence of the Scottish monarchy and the location of significant historical events, including the marriage of Mary, Queen of Scots, to François II of France.

What is recorded here

Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Edinburgh, Holyrood Palace, Holyrood Abbey as Abbey (medieval), Church (12th Century), Coffin(s) (medieval). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 1m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.

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