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What is Scotland Famous For

4.02.2010, Author: highlander
Loch Ness - Scotland

Image via Wikipedia

Well, I’ve narrowed it down to the three things that Scotland is most famous for, and we’ll see if you agree…

Loch Ness Monster

#3 is the Loch Ness Monster. That slimy, lovable sea dinosaur is one of the first things people associate with Scotland. Nicknamed “Nessie”, she first popped up in 1933 and has been wreaking havoc all over Scotland ever since… actually she is quite tame, and has only been seen on photograph with her infamous giraffe-like neck peering out of the water. Unfortunately, she hasn’t popped up for decades. Come on, Nessie! Show yourself!

Kilt

#2 is the Kilt. The Kilt is a mysterious and exciting piece of clothing. It has been around since the 16th century and is essentially a skirt for a man. Scottish men have no problem wearing a skirt because, well, they’re Scottish, and you better not have a problem with it either. Made of twill woven worsted wool, the kilt is very durable and can withstand long days and nights of singing, dancing and bagpipe playing… which brings us to our number one item Scotland is famous for… Czytaj całość »

Is Scotland The Right Place For Your Wedding?

28.05.2009, Author: highlander
Scottish Wedding at Loch Lomond
Image by reinholdbehringer via Flickr

Scotland is fast becoming one of the top places to have a wedding. Following in the famous footsteps of many celebrities, more and more people are choosing Scotland as their wedding location. Madonna and Stella McCartney are a couple starts that have picked to have their big day in the land of the Scots. But what sets Scotland apart making wedding venues in Scotland so sought after?

One of the major advantages of holding a wedding in Scotland is the stunning backdrops that the scenery of Scotland supplies. The rolling green hills and deep lochs create stunning locations as do the white sandy beaches partnered with the cliffs that cut the skyline creating spectacular views, perfect for weddings. And with the many castles that are on offer, there is plenty of choice whether you are looking for a century old manner house, or a grand castle to hold your Scottish wedding there is plenty of venue choice. Czytaj całość »

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