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Scottish Highlands
A mountainous region, with Loch Ness at its centre, in the Highlands you can enjoy many different cultural, scientific and environmental experiences. For nature lovers, there are red deer, eagles and dolphins to spot on one of the many stunning inland or coastal routes. Science is bought to life in the Cairngorms Dark Sky Park, and the two Geoparks offer pebble routes, rock routes and geotrails where you can discover some of Europe’s oldest rocks. Visit romantic botanic gardens, folk museums and castles, or discover darker tales from the legendary battlefields.
Scottish Islands
Scotland has over 790 islands, 95 of which are inhabited. Each has a unique personality, from the small historic towns of the Orkney Isles to the unpopulated Handa which is a haven for wild birds. Use one of the many boat services to experience the voyages and adventure of island hopping.
The North
The north of Scotland tends to be remote, with small coastal towns and villages. Explore the single track roads to experience the mountains, lochs, forests and glens of the Trossachs, Scotland’s first national park.
Central Lowlands
The densely populated central belt is home to the major cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow. Edinburgh boasts the magnificent Edinburgh Castle, Medieval Old Town, and the headquarters of the Scottish Government. Glasgow is a city of culture with groundbreaking museums and galleries, the interactive Science Centre, and several works by pioneering Glaswegian architect, designer and artist, Charles Rennie Macintosh.
Scottish Borders
In the south of Scotland lie the Scottish Borders (in the east) and Dumfries and Galloway (in the west). This sparsely populated area is mainly farming land and features rolling hills, scenic villages, castles and abbeys.