A place full if history in Galloway, Scotland. A monastery of the Kingdom of Northumbria was founded here in the 8^th century, though nothing of this remains. In the 12th century the Lord of Galloway set up an Augustine priory here, which also served as the cathedral of the diocese of Galloway, and its ruins remain. Within a few years of its foundation, it became Premonstratensian.
  What is most intriguing is the earlier history, sometimes said to be legend. St Ninian, of whom little is known, is said to have founded a church here in 397, the Candida Casa, or White House, after which the town was named. Ninian is known as the Missionary to the Picts, and is claimed to be a miracle worker. His grave at Whithorn became an important pilgrimage destination.
  Near Whithorn are two more interesting locations. On the coast, three miles to the south, are the ruins of St Ninian’s chapel, a 13^th century stopping off point for pilgrims. Another coastal location is St Ninian’s cave, said to be a retreat of Ninian. It remains a pilgrim destination to this day.
  The museum at Whithorn has a fine collection of Anglo-Saxon carving. The stone pillar shown below is known as the Peter stone, was carved in the 600s. The inscription reads LOC STI PETRI APV.STOLI, of the place of Apostle Peter.