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Paisley (/ ˈ p eɪ z l i / PAYZ-lee; Scots: Paisley; Scottish Gaelic: Pàislig [ˈpʰaːʃlɪkʲ]) is a large town situated in the west central Lowlands of Scotland. Located north of the Gleniffer Braes, the town borders the city of Glasgow to the east, and straddles the banks of the White Cart Water, a tributary of the River Clyde.
- 77,270 (mid-2020 est.)
- Scotland
- PAISLEY
Home of the world-famous Paisley Pattern, Renfrewshire’s largest town is a place of makers, radicals, secrets and fascinating stories. Paisley is the place that made the iconic world-renowned Paisley Pattern. It has the second-largest concentration of listed buildings in Scotland. Vibrant culture. Stunning architecture. Great events.
Paisley, located in Renfrewshire, Scotland, is a historic town celebrated for its rich cultural heritage and architectural wonders. Famed for the Paisley Pattern, a textile design that became synonymous with its name, the town boasts various landmarks like Paisley Abbey, a medieval marvel dating back to the 12th century.
Paisley and Renfrewshire has a fascinating history. Find out all you need to know about our history and heritage attractions. Scotland's premier retail and leisure destination
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Paisley is a town in Renfrewshire, on Clydeside in the Central Belt of Scotland, with a population of 77,270 in 2020. It was a major centre for textiles, mass-producing "Paisley pattern" fabrics, though all the mills are long gone.
