Scotland
Scotland (Scottish Gaelic: Alba), the northern of the four constituent nations of the United Kingdom, is well known for its dramatic scenery of mountains, valleys and rugged coastline. While most know about the magnificent scenery of the Highlands, Scotland is beautiful in the Lowlands, islands and the flat lands of the North-East as well.
About Scotland
Scotland (Scottish Gaelic: Alba), the northern of the four constituent nations of the United Kingdom, is well known for its dramatic scenery of mountains, valleys and rugged coastline.
While most know about the magnificent scenery of the Highlands, Scotland is beautiful in the Lowlands, islands and the flat lands of the North-East as well. It also has lively and friendly cities, often of architectural significance, and a rich history and heritage. Other characteristics that attract droves of visitors include golf (Scotland is the birthplace of this sport), whisky (many distilleries can be visited), family history (millions worldwide are descended from those who emigrated from Scotland when times were tough in the 18th and 19th centuries), hiking, wildlife and winter sports. Around Loch Ness in the north of the Highlands, you can also hunt for the Monster, or at least try. While the sun may not always shine, the warm welcome and wonderful diversity of places, landscapes and experiences mean that Scotland has much to offer any traveller. Sometimes awe-inspiring and majestic, sometimes ramshackle and faded, proud yet also modest, modern yet also ancient, eccentric yet also charming, few travellers leave Scotland unaffected by their encounter.