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60 Interesting Facts About Scotland

Scotland is full of surprises. Whether it’s the jaw-dropping views of Glencoe or the magical atmosphere of Edinburgh, this country is regarded as one of the world’s top tourist destinations. Discover a collection of fascinating facts about Scotland in this article.

Red Squirrels in Scotland – The Ultimate Guide

Red squirrels may be declining in other parts of the UK but here in Scotland we have healthy – and even growing – populations that are estimated to exceed 120,000 animals.

Discover exactly where red squirrels like to live, what you should feed them and the threats they face in this ultimate guide.

Loch Leven – Kinross: Complete Visitor Guide

Loch Leven is a large expanse of water situated in the rural Scottish county of Perth and Kinross. The National Nature Reserve is renowned for the number of wildfowl that live there and in fact, it’s home to more breeding ducks than anywhere else in Europe.

Where To See Highland Cows in Scotland

Highland Cows are a Scottish breed of rustic cattle known for their thick, shaggy coats that enable them to survive in the harshest of temperatures.

In this article you’ll learn all about the ‘Heilan Coo’ and discover the best places in Scotland to see them.

Where To See Puffins in Scotland

Everybody loves puffins. There’s something about their oversized heads and brightly-coloured stripy beaks and that makes them impossibly endearing.

In this article I’ll show you the best places to see these fascinating seabirds.

Glen Etive – Inverness: Complete Visitor Guide

What if I told you there’s a 12-mile stretch of road where you can see those mountains, rivers and forests in a single relatively small area, where gob-smackingly beautiful vistas open up around every corner on a secluded, frequently tourist-free single-track road?

How to Avoid Midges in Scotland – The Complete Guide

Scotland isn’t alone in the world for having midges but we do seem to suffer from them more than most, mainly due to the fact that our climate offers them the perfect breeding conditions.

The Best Places to Visit in the Scottish Highlands – The Ultimate Guide

The Highlands are traditionally considered to be one half of Scotland, with the other being the Lowlands (makes sense), and both areas are divided by a boundary that follows a lengthy section of the Highland Fault.

The Best Things To Do in Edinburgh: The Ultimate Guide

There are a huge number of things to do in Edinburgh which offer locals and visitors alike a great time, whether it’s climbing to the top of an extinct volcano, wandering down the atmospheric medieval streets that join The Royal Mile or exploring the grandest castle in Europe, all in a compact city that’s easy to navigate and oozes culture and history from every nook and cranny.

Blair Drummond Safari Park – Perthshire: Complete Visitor Guide

Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park located near Stirling is the only safari park in Scotland, and it’s also one of the country’s busiest tourist attractions.

A walk from Dervaig to Quinish Point - Isle of Mull, Scotland Pinterest

Dervaig and Quinish Point – Isle of Mull: Complete Visitor Guide

The walk from the pretty village of Dervaig to the spectacular coastline at Quinish Point has to be one of the highlights of any visit to Mull, and if you have the time I thoroughly recommend you get your hiking boots on and explore this remote part of the island.

The Royal Edinburgh Zoo: Complete Visitor Guide

Set over 82 acres of parkland on the south-facing slope of Corstorphine Hill, Edinburgh zoo is the second most popular tourist attraction in Scotland after Edinburgh Castle. Owned by the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS), the zoo was constructed in 1913 and today sees visitor numbers totalling over 600,000 each year.