Are you a nature lover? The beautiful forests and meadows found in Scotland will thrill you and you will be taking pictures around every turn. While it is no surprise to find beautiful landscapes in Scotland, most people are surprised to find the large number of unusual plant and animal life that call Scotland home. Some of the most unique native animal residents include the Ptarmigan, Stoat and the Capercaillie. This are, of course, land loving animals but the beautiful coastal waters are brimming with dolphin, whales and porpoises. You should not be surprised if a hike through one of Scotland's many forests bring you face to face with an osprey or Golden Eagle.
Horseback riding is one of the best ways to experience Scotland. With trails covering the mountains, the beaches, the rocky crags, and the plains of Scotland, riding on a horse gives you a very intimate view of Scotland's more untouched places. Winding through forests full of the United Kingdom's tallest tree, the Stronardron Douglas Fir, along with the temperate weather makes horseback riding a once in a lifetime experience.
The capital of Scotland is Edinburgh and provides the opportunity to experience metropolitan day and night life, Scottish style. This city hosts the Fringe Festival and is amount the most famous art festivals in the world. Buyers and sellers travel from all over the world to participate in the annual event. Also found in this capital city are numerous performance halls where singing, dancing and theatrical talents are displayed. During the day, numerous shops and sidewalk displays can be found showcasing local art while the National Gallery of Edinburgh contains some of the most famous pieces of art in the world.
As you travel through the cities and towns of Scotland, the rich culture will great you around every corner and perhaps, even before you turn the corner, you will hear the familiar Scottish sound of bagpipes. The bagpipe and its hauntingly beautiful music were birthed in the rich Scottish culture. And as you search the cities of Scotland, don't forget to visit Glasgow. Perhaps one of the best known Scottish cities, Glasgow is know for numerous art galleries contain a variety of original Scottish art revealing its rich history and culture. A plan to visit has to include filling out a U S passport application because you can't travel here without a passport.
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