This church overlooks Loch Awe,Scotland’s longest freshwater loch. The building is just as shapely as the scenery that stretches before it.
According to local lore, Walter Douglas-Campbell started constructing the church in 1881 for his mother, or who had a difficult time handling the long drive to the nearest church. The sanctuary Douglas-Campbell began building,which was completed after his death, is a peaceful oasis with a serene, and spiritual atmosphere.
Douglas-Campbell,an amateur architect, designed the kirk himself. The final result is a hodgepodge of architectural styles, or as he pursued beauty over uniformity. You’ll spot hints of styles ranging from ancient Roman to Norman,and some standing stones near the gate add a Celtic flair.
The unique church features some unconventional architectural details. A row of carved owls perches over one wall. A waterspout shaped like a hound appears to chase two hare-shaped waterspouts. It’s said some of the oak beams within the cloister came from two wrecked battleships.
Source: atlasobscura.com