PAISLEY Paisley (Pàislig in Scottish Gaelic) is a town and former burgh in the west-Central Lowlands of Scotland. The Anchor thread mill. Paisley was at one time famous for its weaving industry. For nearly a hundred years until the 1870s shawls of the Paisley pattern were in fashion. Due to its damp, mild climate Paisley was for many years a centre for the manufacture of cotton sewing thread. A nice reflection in the waters of the river. Paisley lies on either side of the White Cart Water. The mill from a different angle. Another building belonging to the former Anchor thread mill. A rare and spectacular red sunset... ...and its reflection on the White Cart river. The Town Hall, funded by Clarks, the owners of the Anchor thread mill. In response, their main competitor in the production of thread in the town, Sir Peter Coats, funded the building of the Museum and Library in 1871. These buildings testify to the power, influence and success of the textile industry in the town. Paisley Abbey is a former Cluniac monastery, and current Church of Scotland parish kirk, located on the east bank of the White Cart Water in the centre of the town. The Abbey is an example of Gothic architecture, dating to the 12th century. It was the burial place of many Scottish Kings during the 13th, 14th and 15th centuries. The nice view that we have from our flat, with a wee bit of a rainbow. Another rainbow seen from our lounge, soon after a rainy evening. A glimpse of Saucel Hill from the window of our bedroom. A view of the town from the top of Saucel Hill. The Russel Institute. It opened in 1927 as a child welfare clinic and continues to serve this purpose today. The main doorway is surmounted by a large bronze figure of a mother with children, flanked by two copper shields: one is the Paisley Coat of Arms and the other is the serpent and staff symbol of Aesculapius, god of medicine. Above the large window is a massive bronze figure of a protective angel guarding the young in its arms, with the motto "A DEO SALUS" (latin for: Health comes from God). The shopping street of Paisley, a pedestrian-only area, decorated with Christmas lights. ... and we're back to Paisley Abbey, surrounded by Autumn colors. And passing by the front side ... ... and getting to the Town Hall ... ... and walking on while a group of birds fly by. Paisley's magnificent Town Hall was officially opened on January 1882. The reflection of the Town Hall into the White Cart Water. It looks like a beautiful painting. A stunning house. The property was built circa 1915 and has a beautiful garden. It's for sale for "only" £ 400,000. During summer, after dinner, we like to climb the hill that is near our building just to enjoy a nice sunset... ...and to take some nice shots, of course!