Lieu historique
Prieuré de Beauly
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Marion
June 29, 2022
Beauly Priory was a Valliscaulian monastic community located at 'Insula de Achenbady', now Beauly, founded approx 1230. It is not known for certain who the founder was.
Ancien Membre
July 14, 2021
The ruins of Beauly Priory lie at the east end the main square of Beauly. It was one of three priories founded in Scotland by monks of the Valliscaulian order, from the Burgundy region of France, in the years following 1230. The monks clearly liked what they found when they arrived, for Beauly was referred to in the 1230s as Prioratus de Bello Loco: Latin for "Priory of the Lovely Spot". This suggests that the name Beauly, from the French beau lieu or "beautiful place" dates back far beyond the popular belief that it was based on a comment made by Mary Queen of Scots during her visit in the summer of 1564.
The ruins of Beauly Priory lie at the east end the main square of Beauly. It was one of three priories founded in Scotland by monks of the Valliscaulian order, from the Burgundy region of France, in the years following 1230. The monks clearly liked what they found when they arrived, for Beauly was…
Mandy
September 30, 2020
Founded in 1230 by monks of Valliscaulian Order. Situated in the vibrant and picturesque village of Beauly which is approximately 15 miles away.
Simon
January 1, 2020
A historic priory. Nice for a walk around and in the centre of Beauly with pubs and cafes nearby. Made famous by the recent Outlander series.
Graham
March 26, 2017
Ancient Priory with lovely gardens. Good for photo opportunity. Interesting. Free.
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