Scotland is much more than Edinburgh, although we will all agree that seeing this city and its castle is a must. There is so much more to see in Scotland, from wild natural landscapes to pretty seaside towns, historic sites full of legends and mysteries. So we can go thinking about all those things that we would like to see from Scotland.
In these lands you have to rent a car to be able to see all those special corners. Their green landscapes They conquer anyone, but also their customs, their people and the beautiful towns and cities in which there are still many buildings that speak of other times, such as the great castles. Would you like to know a little about Scotland?
Edinburgh
If there is a city that we have to see in Scotland, it is Edinburgh. Its famous castle, located in the castle hill hill It is a visit that we cannot miss. But there is much more, since in one day we will not be able to see everything in this beautiful city. Stroll down the Royal Mile, its most famous street, or see Holyrood Castle, the official residence of the Queen of England in the lands of Scotland. This is a very green city, so we will also see beautiful parks, such as Calton Hill or the Royal Botanical Garden.
The highlands
If what you like is spending time in places in the middle of the wild nature, we invite you to discover the Scottish Highlands. This area of northern Scotland is sparsely inhabited due to its climate, but in return it is possible to enjoy beautiful landscapes where flora and fauna grow without interruption. There are great lakes, mountains and cliffs to get lost in lands full of beauty. But without a doubt the best way to see them is when the weather is good, since in winter the conditions are very harsh.
The route of the castles
If there is something to do when you go to Scotland, it is the route of the castles. Seeing its most important castles can be an incredible journey, as they are very beautiful constructions and many are preserved in perfect condition, each one with its history and details. Each person can make a personalized route of castles, choosing those from a route by car, or the most important ones that they find along the way. In addition to Edinburgh Castle, which is undoubtedly the most visited, there are others that may be important. The Stirling Castle, located next to some cliffs and perfectly preserved. Eilean Donan Castle is one of the most beautiful and is located on an island, linked to land by a narrow stone bridge, making it the typical Scottish castle that we all want to see. Dunvegan Castle is located on the Isle of Skye and dates back to the XNUMXth century. These are some of the castles that we should include in our route.
Isle of Skye
The Isle of Skye is in the northwest of Scotland, and is a true natural paradise. On the island there are small scattered populations to stay in, and you should certainly visit Dunvegan Castle, but certainly what is most interesting in this destination are its natural landscapes. The Neist Point Lighthouse It is a place that is recommended to see on this island, as well as some hiking trails, such as Quiraing or Fairy Pools. This island is full of small and narrow roads and walking routes, but only then will we see the most interesting and spectacular places.
Visit whiskey distilleries
Scotland is undoubtedly the whiskey land, and we cannot pass up the opportunity to try their best drinks in the pubs. However, for lovers of this type of drink there is much more, because throughout Scotland there are more than a hundred different distilleries and they have become another tourist attraction in the country. We don't have to go to all of them, because they will have a similar process, but it is okay to go to a famous distillery to learn about the entire process of making the best whiskey in the world. In the vast majority there is also a whiskey tasting to find out the differences and details. They are usually open until five in the afternoon, so you have to take the opportunity to see them and enjoy the tour quietly.
Ness Lake
We could not stop visiting a place that arouses much astonishment. Both for being a beautiful landscape and for the mysteries that seem to surround it. We speak of course about Lake Ness, a lake in the middle of nature in which there are hundreds of testimonies that claim to have seen an elongated creature in it. Yes, we are talking about the Loch Ness Monster, apparently an urban legend but that seems to always be confirmed again with some new testimony. If we are curious we will not be able to stop taking a cruise on the lake with the camera in hand, just in case.
Hello ... I want to go soon with my partner to Scotland to do the route of the castles ... if you can send me prices and an itinerary to do for a week I would appreciate it. All the best.