Iona Heritage Centre, Isle of Iona, Scotland, United Kingdom
Built by the famous Thomas Telford in 1823, Iona Heritage Center was originally the house of the minister for the church located next door. The heritage center is an ideal stop for tourists who want to know more on how it was to settle in early Iona or discover more of Iona’s geology as well as its beautiful wild flowers. Located in Isle of Iona, Scotland, Iona Heritage Center has plenty of information where one can trace their family tree. It also features a café where tourists can enjoy and relax and a small shop for great buys and souvenirs.
There are many interesting sites to explore when visiting Iona Heritage Center. Tourists may head to Iona’s highest point at Dun I located 333 feet above sea level, there visitors can be rewarded of stunning panoramic views of the entire Isle of Iona. Just nearby Dun I, is the Well of Eternal Youth where most tourists can wash their faces in the small pool hoping for a new start in their lives. Most tourists also visit the ancient holy site of Iona Abbey, which still stands as the center of Christianity in Iona. The abbey was established by St. Columba where great works of art are created including the famous Book of Kells. Isle of Iona features plenty of top-rated hotels to stay when visiting the place. Argyll Hotel Iona Ltd is the best choice waterfront hotel that overlooks the Sound of Iona and just a minute walk to the ferry terminal. Check in to St. Columba Hotel, a 3-star accommodation laundry room, bar and lounge.
