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Consider Scotland for a moment, and images of the Loch Ness Monster, tartan-clad Highlanders, blasting bagpipes, stunning scenery, hairy Highland cattle, spooky castles, and, of course, the birthplace of golf will certainly come to mind.
All of these things are woven into the fabric that makes Scotland so special. The country lends itself to a variety of travel and exploration opportunities.
You may take a tour of the castles and fabled battlefields where the fierce clans battled the English. You get the opportunity to walk in the footsteps of famous kings and queens. You can also follow in the footsteps of Sir Walter Scott and Robbie Burns, who blazed literary roads.
Scotland’s remoteness, as well as its lonely stretches of purple, heather-laden moors, secluded expanses of the seashore, and wonderfully gorgeous highlands with their lochs and deeply set glens, are all waiting to be discovered. Whether you stay in a hotel or stay at one of the amazing Scottish holiday parks, the finest things to do in Scotland are listed here!
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle, Scotland’s most iconic fortification, has dominated the city’s skyline since King David I’s reign in the 12th century. It is, without a doubt, the most visited national monument in the country.
The beautiful castle, perched on the plug of an extinct volcano, provides spectacular views of city landmarks such as Princes Street, the Royal Mile, and Holyroodhouse Palace, which is located at the further end of the Royal Mile.
Loch Ness And Urquhart Castle
When you think of Loch Ness, which is located near the little city of Inverness, you probably think of the legendary monster who, according to tradition, has lived in the loch for countless ages. No site does a better job of fuelling the mystique than the Loch Ness Exhibition at the Drumnadrochit Hotel.
The much-photographed Urquhart Castle rises over the lake on a strip of land that juts out into the loch, adding to the loch’s attraction. Despite the fact that the castle is now a ruin, it remains one of the most popular tourist sites in the country, along with the lake.
The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews
The postage stamp, tarmacadam, the steam engine, the bicycle, and, last but not least, the telephone are all Scots innovations. The game of golf is arguably one of their most enduring inventions. The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews is one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations.
St. Andrews, which was created in 1750 and is recognised as golf’s governing body, frequently hosts the prestigious British Open. The British Golf Museum is well worth a visit, as it chronicles the history of the “home of golf” from the Middle Ages to the present day.
The Highlands Of The North
The majestic Northern Highlands stretch from Inverness to Thurso, the northernmost point on the Scottish mainland. The Caledonian Canal, which runs from Inverness on the east coast to the Corpach near Fort William on the west coast, was formed by an ancient fault line.
Though part of the hilly terrain is uninhabited, it is dotted with many attractive little towns and villages, making it a perfect site for bike and trekking trips. Dornoch, a little coastal town known for its castle and cathedral ruins, is perhaps the most charming.
These are just four of the best attractions that Scotland has to offer. Have you visited any others? Please share some in the comments below.