Abbey of Iona

The Abbey of Iona is a historic Christian monastery located on the Isle of Iona in Scotland. Founded by St. Columba in 563 AD, it became a vital center for religious learning, missionary work, and the preservation of Christian manuscripts during the early medieval period. Over the centuries, it served as a spiritual hub for Scotland and beyond, influencing Christian culture in the region. Today, the abbey is a restored religious site and popular pilgrimage destination, symbolizing Ireland and Scotland’s shared heritage and spiritual history.