SCOTLAND TOWNS and COUNTRYSIDE

Scotland is a part of the UK.

Scotland in facts Population 5,000,000 Capital city Edinburgh National flower thistle Flag white cross on the blue background

Edinburgh

It is the capital of Scotland. The population is 1,400,000. It is the most beautiful city in the UK.

Edinburgh castle

Edinburgh Castle has fascinating history spanning 3000 years and was the residence of many Scottish Kings and Queens. The ancient Honours of Scotland - the Crown, the Sceptre and the Sword of State – are on view in the Crown Room in Edinburgh Castle. Edinburgh Castle is also the home of the One O'Clock Gun.

Thistle Thorny flower is a national emblem.

National flag

HIGHLANDS

Glencoe

Glencoe is one of Scotland's most historic and scenic glens. The ruggedness of the mountains, with spectacular spires, cliffs and gullies is inspiring.

Loch Ness Lake

Loch Ness Monster

Loch Ness is located in the North of Scotland. The lake is over 750 feet deep and 23 miles long. Many years it has been supposed that there is a large dinosaur-like "monster" resident in Loch Ness.

LOWLANDS

Heather Moor

Stirling Castle

Stirling is one of Scotland's oldest towns. The town was granted a Royal Charter in the 12th century and became one of the most important towns of medieval Scotland.

Culzean Castle and Country Park

Culzean is a romantic 18th century castle and one of the most impressive stately homes in Scotland. One bedroom is said to be haunted by a lady in green. There is a country park of over 500 acres with wooded walks, walled gardens and a swan pond.

Kilts are Scottish national clothes

Bagpipes are Scottish national instruments

Sword Dance is a Scottish national dance

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