Saint Margaret's Chapel, David I, and Margaret of Scotland plaque

This commemorative plaque records: Saint Margaret's Chapel. 12th century. The oldest building in the castle built by King David I (1124-53) and dedicated to his mother who died here in 1093. She was created a saint in 1250

Saint Margaret's Chapel is the oldest building within Edinburgh Castle, constructed by King David I in honor of his mother, Saint Margaret of Scotland, who died there in 1093; Margaret was canonized in 1250 for her piety and charitable works.