The Ruthwell Cross - Early Medieval Stone Carving

Standing 18 feet tall and covered with scenes from the bible and decorative vine work, the Ruthwell Cross is an early medieval "preaching cross," designed to either convert pagans to Christianity or to instruct Christians from a pagan background. Find out more about its turbulent history in this introduction by your Guide.

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