Located in northwest Europe, Scotland is one of the four countries that comprise the United Kingdom. Spanning more than 30,000 square miles, it takes up the northern third of Great Britain, and is bordered on the south by England. Surrounded by water, Scotland is bordered by the North Sea...
The world’s shortest scheduled flight is from the Island of Westray to the island of Papa Westray in the Orkneys. It’s 1 ½ miles long and takes less than one minute. Scotland is home to the tallest waterfall in Britain. Eas a’Chual Aluinn is about one mile southeast of Loch Bea...
A land of legend and lore, Scotland’s landmarks have inspired storytelling for eons: from poetry, to fables, to the most beloved Disney tales.
As we already mentioned, the laws that allow wild camping in Scotland do not apply to the country’s oldest national park, the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs. Covering an area of 720 square miles, this is Scotland’s second-biggest national park (after the Cairngorms) and one that covers a...
Scotland's largest loch offers up 720 square miles of National Park to explore. Pitch your tent or campervan at one of thecampsites at Loch Lomondto bag one of the 21 Munros, paddleboard around the loch's 22 islands, or hike along the West Highland Way. Wild camping at Loch Lomond is...
Its total area is about 20,000,000 acres, or something over 30,000 square miles; its greatest length is 292 miles, and greatest breadth, 155 miles. The chief physical feature of the country is its mountainous character, there being no extensive areas of level ground, as in England; and ...
as you spend seven days exploring the east coast of scotland. taking in a range of cities and towns, stretching from edinburgh to aberdeen, you can explore st andrews, dundee, pitlochry and more. you'll also explore miles of countryside, weave through rural communities and even journey ...
10. Hiking in Cairngorms National Park Spanning an area of 1,748 square miles in the West Highland,Cairngorms National Parkis a vast area of surreal landscapes. It’s the perfect destination for outdoor lovers and adventurers in Scotland because there are loads of adrenaline-fueled things to do...
There are around 300 castles in Scotland, that's approx. one for every 100 square miles. From historic ruins to fully functioning ancestral homes, the sheer range of different styles, sizes and locations of these dramatic structures is awe-inspiring. ...
Cairngorms National Park is the largest national park in the UK, spanning 4,528 square kilometers (1,748 square miles). Located two hours from Edinburgh by car, it makes for a great getaway for anyone looking to get out and see the highlands. The park is dotted with beautiful B&Bs in...