10 Must Visit Places In Scotland That Everyone Should Visit
April 10, 2008 – 12:03 amI have lived in Scotland all of my life and as I get ready to immigrate, I have been reflecting on places which I have found to be truly inspiring. For those of you that have never visited them or travellers coming to Scotland I would highly recommend paying them a visit. They are all places of great beauty and once you have visited them, you will never forget.
Eilean Donan Castle - one of the most instantly recognisable images of Scotland. The castle sits on a small island in Loch Duich in the Western Highlands. It was oringally built in 1220 by Alexander II as a defense agains the vikings. A truly fantasic place to visit.
Edinburgh castle - this amazing landmark sits on top of a huge crag of volcanic rock in the heart of the city. The castle offers a spectacular setting with breathtaking views.
Arthurs Seat & Salisbury Crag - An amazing piece of wild landscape in the city centre, which sits on an extinct volcano. Arthurs seat, which is the summit, rises to 823 feet and offers panoramic views of virtually the whole city.
Ben Nevis - the highest mountain in Britain standing at 4406 feet above sea level. It is located at the western end of the Grampian Mountains in Lochaber. The views from the top of “The Ben” on a clear day can only be described as breathtaking and are well worth the 7-9 hours climb.
Plocton - a beautiful wee picturesque highland village that has a population of around 380. It is situated on the shores of Loch Carron. Because of its location it avoids the prevailing winds, which together with the North Atlantic Drift, it has a remarkable mild climate by Scottish standards, which allows palm trees to be grown there.
Loch Ness - which is famous for the iconic “Nessie” the Loch Ness Monster. It is a large deep fresh water loch located in the Highlands of Scotland. It is around twenty two and a half miles long and between one and one and a half miles wide, a depth of 754 feet with the bottom of the loch being as flat as a bowling green. A trip on a one of the tourist boats is a must. You will find beautiful wild scenery, fantastic views and much more.
Lonach Highland Gathering and Games - this is a truly unique event where you will witness the march of the Clansmen as well as the normal events associated with the Scottish Highland Games. A great, friendly, warm event that you cant but fail to appreciate and enjoy.
Glencoe - is one of the most beautiful and spectacular places in the world, it is a glen located in the Western Highlands of Scotland and offers some of the most stunning scenery you will ever come across.
Isle of Iona - is a small island in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland, it is approximately 1 mile wide and 3.5 miles long and has a population of 125. Iona is where Saint Columba in 563, founded a monastery with 12 companions. It is an island that is renowned for its tranquillity and natural beauty.
Sandwood Bay - is quite possible the best beach in the Uk, it is a one mile long stretch of pinkish sand which is backed by huge sand dunes and a freshwater loch , and flanked by great cliffs and a sea stack called Am Buachaille. A beautiful and relaxing place, which is never over run with tourists.
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10 Responses to “10 Must Visit Places In Scotland That Everyone Should Visit”
Such a beautiful country, I have been to many of these places, and the article is correct, you must go and visit them.
By alan on Apr 23, 2008
I am a Scot and have visited a few of these places,some more than once. I agree that these are truly beautiful places. However whilst i know that it would be difficult to choose just 10,i do feel that Marshall College in Aberdeen should have been included.It is the 2nd biggest Granite Building in the World and when the sun shines the Granite truly sparkles! it really is a must see.
By Kevin Hughes on May 5, 2008
I agree, it is one of the most beautiful buildings in the world, I would also recommend to any visitors or locals that haven’t visited the Marshall Museum within Marishal College to pay it a visit.
The Marischal Museum in the college possesses a superb anthropological collection, including exhibits from Egypt, Nigeria, Papua New Guinea, Hawaii and Tibet. However, the main emphasis in the museum is on the northeast of Scotland
By garryaw on May 5, 2008
You have hit it on the nail with these places, every single one of them is a pure gem, if you havent seen them go visit them, and if you have seen them, go visit them again.
By steve on May 16, 2008