In all probability, given the fact that you are visiting this site
in the first place, you are an avid golfer who would dearly love to
play the array of great golf courses in Scotland, a country renowned
throughout the world for being the home of golf. Much like Ireland,
Scotland may be hard to beat as a golfing destination but it also
has much to offer in terms of legend, culture, song, history and unbelievable
natural beauty, all of which are almost as important as the golf with
respect to the overall experience.
A view of Ailsa Craig from Turnberry
Though part of the United Kingdom; Scotland, like England and Wales,
is an individual country in its own right and this is reflected in
their competing as a separate nation in most major sporting events.
And though Scotland does boast its own Parliament, the one government
based in Westminster, essentially runs all three countries. In terms
of the actual island of Great Britain, Scotland lies to the north
and covers just less than 35% of the entire landmass.
Scotland may be a small country but it is a land rich in contrasts.
Within a few hours travelling, you can experience a landscape that
changes rapidly from gently rolling hills to rugged coasts and dramatic,
towering peaks. Cosmopolitan cities and throbbing festivals combine
with ancient castles, monuments, sandy beaches and nature reserves,
with the only constant being the warmth of the welcome you receive
wherever you go. Best of all however, because of its size, getting
around Scotland is relatively easy, even if you visit some of the
more remote areas of the country.
Scotland is a distinctive country and there are many things uniquely
Scottish but in truth, there is no single element that defines the
country. Rather, it is a subtle blend of many different ingredients
that have been added to the mix through the centuries - namely Scotland's
often turbulent past, her extraordinary people, the diverse nature
of its arts and culture and the many unique features from around
the
country. All these factors and more go into making Scotland what
it is - an immensely proud nation that treasures its past and keenly
anticipates the future.
Balancing
out the huge areas of unspoiled natural beauty in Scotland are its
six principal cities. Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee, Stirling
and Inverness are all modern, dynamic and thriving centres, which
encapsulate all that is best about Scotland as it moves through the
21st Century. Each has a distinctive character but all guarantee their
visitors a vibrant mix of history, culture and entertainment, stirred
together with some of the best retail therapy in the UK! But again,
if the cosmopolitan pace gets too much, then an escape to the tranquillity
of Scotland's breathtaking landscape is never more than a short trip
from each.
