Brechin Cathedral and Round Tower

The Royal Burgh of Brechin is famous for its tall 11th century round tower which is one of only two such towers surviving in Scotland. The tower originally stood alone but it now part of Brechin Cathedral. The Cathedral itself is an interesting and important landmark, with beautiful stained glass, and much of its medieval masonry and craftsmanship intact.

Although the burgh does not have a city charter, it has always held the title thanks to having been the seat of the Diocese of the Roman Catholic Church in the area, in pre-Reformation times.

Brechin's religious role is still in evidence today with the Cathedral serving worshippers as the parish church.