To the west of the Scottish Highlands is the lake with the largest volume of water in the whole of the United Kingdom: Loch Ness. It stretches for 37 km…
Urquhart Castle dominates Loch Ness from a rocky promontory. The ruins date back to the period between the thirteenth and sixteenth centuries, but earlier medieval fortifications were located on the…
The Highlands are the heart and true symbol of Scotland, its wildest, most untamed and picturesque part. Postcard locations, lands of legendary heroes, grandiose landscapes, imposing mountains, ancient forests that…
Edinburgh Castle, located on the summit of Castle Rock, has served Scotland for centuries, alternately serving as a stronghold, royal residence, seat of government, arsenal and prison. Perched on a…
The history of the Palace of Holyrood begins with the Augustinian abbey founded by David I: the complex was then enlarged over the years. According to a legend, in 1128…
St. Giles’ Cathedral is located on the historic Royal Mile, between Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyrood. The Cathedral was built in 1124 and was consecrated to the patron…