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Culross (pronounced "Coo-ros") is a burgh in Fife, Scotland. Originally a port city on the Firth of Forth, the town is said to have been founded by Saint Serf in the 5th century, and to have been the birthplace of Saint Mungo.

Notable buildings in the burgh include Culross Town House, formerly used as a courthouse and prison, the 16th century Culross Palace, 17th century Study, and the remains of the 13th century Culross Abbey.

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