One of the most striking aspects of Glasgow is its architecture. The city boasts an impressive range of styles, from the grand Victorian buildings that line the city centre to the elegant Art Nouveau designs of Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Art Deco flourishes and medieval reminders of the past.
Landmarks like Glasgow City Chambers, the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and the Gilbert Scott Building at the University of Glasgow have become emblematic of the city. Other views bring together strands of city life, reflecting the past, present and future of Glasgow. Striking tenements, ornate churches and imposing warehouses have been repurposed to house cafes, galleries and independent creative businesses.
The inherent beauty of the city is something that should be fought for. Glasgow’s built heritage needs to be protected and buildings reclaimed. Views across the city remind us what we have, but also what can so easily be lost through neglect or disinterest.
The city’s natural beauty shines through with over 90 parks and green spaces. Kelvingrove Park, Glasgow Green, and Pollok Country Park offer peaceful interludes within the urban sprawl. This is a great time of year to take a walk around the city and remind yourself of the places that only exist in Glasgow.
Here are some of our favourite views of the city.
9. Beresford Building
The Art Deco profile of the Beresford on Sauchiehall Street. Built in 1938 to provide hotel accommodation for those attending the Empire Exhibition, it was described as Glasgow’s first skyscraper. A young John F Kennedy delivered a speech here in 1939 at the behest of his father, the US Ambassador at the time. | Glasgowist
10. Pollok Park
Not every city can boast its own country park and stately home with gardens. | Visit Scotland
11. The Clyde
The Clyde meandering its way through the city, towards the west coast. | Andy Yong