There are many ways to explore Scotland. We have divided the country into six distinctive regions - each with its own geography and unique attractions.In addition we have given the cities of Glasgow and Edinburgh their own sections.

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Scotland - Areas/Tourist Boards

City Sites Visitor Attractions

• The Highlands: This legendary region of Scotland has for centuries inspired writers and travellers from all over the world. From the wild rugged west coast through the charm of picturesque villages to the awesome majesty of Glen Coe and the Scottish mountains the Highlands offer natural beauty,a warm and friendly people - and a great holiday.
  
  
• Grampian Highlands & Aberdeen:This north east corner of Scotland has its own unique personality and culture. River valleys sheltering malt whisky distilleries, historical castles and Royal Deeside set in a rich landscape guarded by the Grampian Mountains. The regions main town is Aberdeen famous for its fish market, its university and award winning city gardens
  
  
• The Heart of Scotland:From the bonny banks of Loch Lomond to the historical setting of Stirling castle. From this area come the legendary heroes of Rob Roy and William Wallace.At its centre is the enchanting town of Perth. To the west lies the Kingdom of Fife with its charming fishing villages and St Andrews - Home of Golf.
  
  
• The Edinburgh Area: Scotland's capital city is a striking panorama built over centuries of Scottish history and achievement. Home to the Edinburgh International Festival and Military Tattoo, many of the Nations best art galleries and museums, Edinburgh offers the ideal starting point for a holiday in Scotland.
  
  
• The Glasgow Area: Rich in Victorian architecture,Art Nouveau masterpieces and exciting new galleries and shopping malls Glasgow is one of Europe's most vibrant cultural capitals. Cosmopolitain, confident and very friendly Glasgow is Scotland's largest city.
  
  
• The South of Scotland: With Robert Burns Country to the West and Sir Walter Scott's borders region to the east this is an area dotted with historic castles ,abbeys, stately homes, woollen mills and some of Scotland's most charming villages. Fishing, rambling,cycling and golfing in abundance.
  
  
• The Islands of Scotland: Small crofts, hiddenbeaches cliffs and unspoilt environments with massive colonies of seals and seabirds - Scotland's islands hold real treasures for the traveller. Explore the distilleries of Isla and Jura, the magic of Skye and Iona or the Gaelic Culture of Orkney and Shetland.