The Mystery Of Why There’s An “Alien” Gargoyle On A 12th-Century Scottish Abbey May Have Been Solved

Tucked away in Paisley, Scotland, a centuries-old abbey hides a carving that has startled visitors for years. Its stone gargoyle looks eerily like a famous sci-fi movie creature, which seems impossible for a building that dates back to the 12th century. According to the video, fans of the film have made the spot a pilgrimage site, drawn by the strange resemblance. So how did a movie monster end up perched on a medieval church? The answer may finally be in, and the story behind it is more surprising than you might expect.

Watch the full story in the video below.

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