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1. www.britannica.com › place › Glasgow-ScotlandGlasgow | History, Facts, Map, & Points of Interest | Britannica

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   May 13, 2024 · Glasgow, city, west-central Scotland. It is situated along both banks of the River Clyde 20 miles (32 km) from that river’s mouth on the western, or Atlantic, coast. Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city, and it forms an independent council area that lies entirely within the historic county of Lanarkshire.

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2. www.glasgowworld.com › best-in › glasgows-hiddenGlasgow's Hidden History: 13 forgotten historical sites ...

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   Apr 22, 2024 · Glasgow has went through many different historical eras - and the evidence of that heritage can get lost a lot easier than you think - so today we’re taking a look around the city for some of Glasgow’s history that’s hidden in plain sight.

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   What is Glasgow known for?

   • The Main Building, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland. Glasgow’s Gaelic name, Glaschu, means “Green Glen.” There is evidence of a fortified prehistoric village on the site, but Glasgow did not begin to develop until about 550 ce with the arrival of St. Kentigern (Mungo), who established a religious community there.

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   Where is Glasgow located?

   • Glasgow, city, west-central Scotland. It is situated along both banks of the River Clyde 20 miles (32 km) from that river’s mouth on the western, or Atlantic, coast. Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city, and it forms an independent council area that lies entirely within the historic county of Lanarkshire. River Clyde, Glasgow, Scotland.

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   What is Glasgow University known for?

   • The University of Glasgow (abbreviated as Glas. in post-nominals; Scottish Gaelic: Oilthigh Ghlaschu ) is a public research university in Glasgow, Scotland. Founded by papal bull in 1451 [ O.S. 1450], it is the fourth-oldest university in the English-speaking world and one of Scotland's four ancient universities.

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   Where was Glasgow University originally located?

   • In 1870, the university moved to a (then greenfield) site on Gilmorehill in the West End of the city, around three miles (five kilometres) west of its previous location, enclosed by a large meander of the River Kelvin. The original site on the High Street was sold to the City of Glasgow Union Railway and replaced by the college goods yard.

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4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › University_of_GlasgowUniversity of Glasgow - Wikipedia

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   1 day ago · The University of Glasgow (abbreviated as Glas. in post-nominals; Scottish Gaelic: Oilthigh Ghlaschu) is a public research university in Glasgow, Scotland. Founded by papal bull in 1451 [O.S. 1450], it is the fourth-oldest university in the English-speaking world and one of Scotland's four ancient universities.

   • Motto in English: The Way, The Truth, The Life

   • Students: 42,980 (2021/22)

5. www.britannica.com › place › River-ClydeRiver Clyde | Scotland, Map, History, & Facts | Britannica

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   Apr 26, 2024 · The chief Clydeside ports are Glasgow, Port Glasgow, and Greenock. River Clyde, Scotland’s most famous and important river (and firth, or estuary), about 106 miles (170 km) in length, discharging to the Atlantic on the western coast.

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7. www.bbc.co.uk › news › articlesScottish showbiz and panto star Christian dies at 80 - BBC News

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   May 2, 2024 · Scottish singer and pantomime star Chris McClure, known by his stage name Christian, has died aged 80. Born in Ibrox, Glasgow, the entertainer is said to have died peacefully on Monday at his...

8. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Calton,_GlasgowCalton, Glasgow - Wikipedia

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   3 days ago · 'the hazel wood', Scots: Caltoun), known locally as The Calton, is a district in Glasgow. It is situated north of the River Clyde, and just to the east of the city centre. Calton's most famous landmark is the Barras street market and the Barrowland Ballroom, one of Glasgow's principal musical venues.

9. news.stv.tv › west-central › plans-to-redevelopPlans to redevelop 'People Make Glasgow' Met Tower in £60m ...

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   May 8, 2024 · 8th May 2024. Share this story. Copy Link. Plans worth £60m to redevelop the Met Tower in Glasgow – known for its People Make Glasgow sign – have been shelved.