One of the most common things to tell any visitor who is coming to Glasgow for the first time to do is to look up and take notice of some of the buildings which you may pass while taking a walk around the city.
Glasgow has a rich architectural history with the likes of Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Alexander ‘Greek’ Thomson both having made their mark on the landscape of the city.
Here is a list of 30 of Glasgow’s most iconic and best buildings with a bit of background history on them.
5. The Beresford Hotel
The former hotel was first opened in 1938 to provide accommodation for those attending the 1938 Empire Exhibition in Glasgow. It is often described as the city’s first skyscraper. | TSPL
6. St Andrew’s in the Square
St Andrew’s in the Square is considered to be one of the finest classical churches in Scotland with construction having been completed on the building in 1756. It is now home to Glasgow’s Centre for Scottish Culture. | Declan McConville
7. The Lighthouse
The Lighthouse was designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh and completed in 1895. If you make it to the top of the building, you’ll be met with stunning views of Glasgow. | The Lighthouse
8. Tron Theatre
The Tron Theatre is one of Glasgow’s oldest buildings. A church was first built on the site in 1529 and has been home to both Catholic and Protestant churches. The Tron Steeple stands adjacent to the theatre and has helped many a Glaswegian with the time of day when passing by. | Contributed