Scotland Tourism

A country located in Europe’s mid-west is part of the UK and occupies Great Britain’s northern third has to be Scotland. The southern part of England shares a border with the mainland of Scotland. This country is home to as many as 800 small islands that include Skye, Arran, Hebrides, Orkney, and Shetland. Scotland has it all to woo globetrotters from all across the world; right from quaint villages to culturally rich cities, valleys, breathtaking mountains, and dramatic coastlines.

The beauty of Scotland lies in its dramatic sceneries and rugged landscapes. The jagged mountains, windswept moors, and wild cliffs of Scotland offer natural beauty and charm that beg to be explored. The most endearing features of the country are its great glens. Most of these glens carved out during the last Ice Age’s glaciers are staggeringly alluring valleys that have rivulets running through them and boast exuberant greenery. Besides beautiful beaches, the country has towering mountains and tranquil lochs that perfectly reflect the mountains.

History is dispersed all through the country as your sightseeing adventures take you to the fabled battlefields and castles where clans fought. For instance, there is the 13th-century Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile where you can revisit the tumultuous history of Scotland. Head to Loch Ness, the largest water body in Scotland’s Great Glen that connects the west and east coasts of Scotland. This scenic Loch Ness is surrounded by the Urquhart Castle above the water on the hillside. Just a short drive towards Glasgow’s northwest is the idyllic Loch Lomond that boasts fishes in abundance, boat trips, lakeside rambles, and treks up the majestic Ben Lomond.

If you are all set to explore the wonders within the country then you must know that Scotland has probably over a million ways to fill your holiday with incredible things to do. You can go island hopping to the Shetland, Orkney, outer and inner Hebrides; you can take day trips from Edinburgh to visit the Stirling Castle, Abbotsford in Melrose; set out on a bespoke whiskey tour, or simply board the Hogwarts Express to immerse yourself in the Harry Potter’s wizardry by booking a seat on a Jacobite Steam train to explore Fort William and Mallaig.

Scotland’s weather tends to be quite changeable and moderate but is seldom extreme. The climate is very wet and generally cool with the annual high temperature ranging between 15°C - 17°C during summer, and the colder temperatures hovering between 0-7°C. The oceanic climate of the country makes it windy, rainy, damp, and very cool most time of the year. In fact, you may even experience “four seasons” in a single day. But, come shine or rain, Scotland will never dampen your spirits.