Best places to visit in Scotland

Scotland, in general, is very beautiful and amazing country, so there is a list of the most beautiful places in Scotland.These places in Scotland nalichutsya not much, not little 160. If you are interested, you can view this list at this link:
http://www.rampantscotland.com/visit/visit_index.htm

Scotland is full of great places to visit, from Edinburgh Castle to the ski resorts of the Highlands. Whether travelers are looking for peace and quiet or a hustling and bustling city, the country has something for everyone.

Outdoor Activities

Backpackers in Scotland seeking a taste of the great outdoors will find the country is home to some of the best walking and hiking trails in the UK. The Dalbeattie to Colvend Trail is particularly popular for a hiking break. The three-hour walk runs through the Dalbeattie Forest, which is home to a large population of Red Squirrels.

During the winter months, skiing is also a big draw and many Scotland hostels are bustling with travelers looking forward to hitting the slopes. Major ski centers in the country can be found at Glenshee, Glencoe, the Lecht, Nevis Range and Cairngorm.

Scotland is similarly well-known for its salmon fishing and travelers can learn how to hook one of their own with fishing lessons offered at many places such as Aviemore, Boat O Garten and Grantown.

Surfing is another great activity in Scotland, as it boasts some of the best surf spots in Europe. Good breaks can be found along the coats between Edinburgh and Eyemouth.

Culture and Heritage

Scotland has a wealth of cultural heritage sights, including the famous Rossyln Chapel which is located in Roslin, Midlothian. Founded in 1446, the chapel has had many famous visitors over the centuries from Mary, Queen of Scots and Queen Victoria to William Wordsworth and Sir Walter Scot. It was also featured in the Dan Brown novel, The Da Vinci Code.

Another significant Scottish landmark is Edinburgh Castle, built on the site of a dormant volcano. The castle was constructed in the 12th century by David I and was the birthplace of James VI of Scotland (and I of England). It's easily accessible from the many Edinburgh hostels located in the Old Town, with some accommodation even boasting views of the impressive castle.

Stirling Castle, meanwhile, played a crucial role in Scotland's history. Looming over the battlefield where William Wallace (famously played by Mel Gibson in Braveheart) defeated the English in 1297, the castle's Great Hall is the largest banquet hall ever built in Scotland.

The Neolithic village in Skara Brae, 31km north-west of Kirkwall, is also well worth a visit. It is one of the best preserved villages of this era in Western Europe and was only discovered after a storm uncovered it in 1850.

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Delicious restaurants in Edinburgh

In Scotland there are many places for eat. For the highest standards of quality and service, several of the Restaurants have awards, choose from:
1. 63 Tay Street, Perth:  Restaurant

Tel: 01738 441451
Very good food, some French cuisine

2. The Italian Corner, 33 Princes Street, Perth:  Restaurant

Tel:  01738 629645
Good selection of Italian dishes

3. The Loft Restaurant, Invertilt Road, Bridge of Tilt:  Restaurant

Tel:  01796 481377
Excellent Reputation

4. Glenturret Distillery, Crieff: Restaurant (Taste of Scotland)

Tel: 01764 656565
Lunches only

5. Kerachers, 168 South Street, Perth:  Restaurant

Tel: 01738 449777
Set and a la carte menus, specialising but not offering exclusively seafood, in our tranquil upstairs restaurant

For more information about places for eat visit this site: http://www.scotland-holidays.com/lmenu/places_to_eat.asp

Climate Of Scotland

Information about Scottish climate in Scotland.

Scotland has a very changeable climate. One minute the sun could be splitting the stones, the next minute it could be lashing rain. Throughout the day, there are often wide variations in the climate. There are also wide variations over small distances.


Although Scotland just touches on the Arctic Circle, the Gulf Stream winds manage to keep the temperatures relatively mild.


In the Highlands, the weather can turn extreme at any time - and very quickly too.


Scotland’s East Coast tends to be cool and dry. In winter the temperature rarely drops below freezing. On the West Coast, it’s a lot milder and wetter with average highest summer temperatures of around 19°C (66°F), in summer. Scotland’s driest months are May and June; the warmest are July and August. In northern Scotlandthe summer sun barely sets while during the winter months it hardly rises at all.

For more information follow this link: http://scotland.costasur.com/en/climate.html