47 Sights of Scotland Thatll Make You Want to Join the Tartan Army ...

1. Callanish Stones

The sights of Scotland include the country's version of Stonehenge. There are other stone circles of note, like the Ring of Brodgar on Orkney.

2. Eilean Donan Castle

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Standing at the confluence of Loch Duich, Loch Long and Loch Alsh, Eilian Donan is one of the most picturesque castles in Scotland.

3. Glasgow

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Glasgow is Scotland's second city but is larger than the capital, Edinburgh. As well as being a major Scottish cultural center, Glasgow has great shopping.

4. Edinburgh

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Edinburgh is home to the world famous castle, Holyrood Palace and h Royal Mile.

5. Highland Cattle

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The distinctive shaggy cows of Scotland.

6. Fingal's Cave

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The cave on the uninhabited Hebridean island of Staffa is so melodious that it inspired composer Mendelssohn to write the Hebrides Overture.

7. Smoo Cave

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40,000 people visit the cave annually. And when you see the location (next picture) you'll see why.

8. Bay of Smoo

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Scotland's rugged coast is full of wonderful scenery.

9. River Garry

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The gorgeous colors of fall.

10. The Fairy Pools, Glen Brittle

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A stunning sight on the Isle of Skye.

11. Dunnottar Castle

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Dunnottar has played a prominent role in the history of Scotland through to the 18th-century Jacobite risings because of its strategic location and defensive strength. Dunnottar is best known as the place where the Honours of Scotland, the Scottish crown jewels, were hidden from Oliver Cromwell's invading army in the 17th century.

12. Northern Lights

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The Aurora Borealis is visible in many places in the north of Scotland.

13. Forth Rail Bridge

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One of the most iconic sights of Scotland, the bridge has the world's second longest single span.

14. Loch Ness

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The ruins of Urquhart Castle overlook Nessie's home.

15. Isle of Mull

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All of the Scottish islands are incredibly beautiful.

16. Balmoral

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Where the British Royal Family spend their summer.

17. The Kelpies, Falkirk’

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Andy Scott's 30 meter structures near Falkirk pay homage to the working horses of Scotland.

18. Iona Abbey

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Duncan, the Scottish king murdered by Macbeth in 1140, is reputed to be buried here, along with 47 other Scottish kings.

19. Achmelvich

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There are fabulous beaches in Scotland.

20. The Trossachs

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The Trossachs is a stunning area of wooded glens and braes with quiet lochs.

21. Cruden Bay

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If you love tiny and rocky inlets, you'll love the Scottish coast.

22. The Robert the Bruce Statue and the William Wallace Monument, Stirling

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If you've seen Braveheart you'll know the story of these two Scottish heroes.

23. Edinburgh Castle

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One of the sights of Scotland that is world famous.

24. Gardens at Dunrobin Castle

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As well as being historically and architecturally interesting, some of the castles of Scotland have wonderful gardens and grounds to wander.

25. Red Deer in Lochranza, Isle of Arran

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One of the wildlife symbols of Scotland

26. Outer Hebrides

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You can't fail to be moved by awesome scenery like this.

27. The Elephant House, Edinburgh

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The birthplace of Harry Potter.

28. Glamis Castle, Angus

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This was the home of Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon who married King George VI and was mother to Queen Elizabeth II.

29. Glenfinnan Viaduct

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I'm sure you recognize the viaduct even if the train isn't the Hogwarts Express.

30. Piper

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Make it your mission to see what a Scotsman really wears under his kilt.

31. St. Kilda

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The weather adds to the wildness of the scenery.

32. Heather in the Highlands

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Over 5 million acres of Scotland are carpeted with heather which blooms twice a year.

33. Sumburgh Head, Shetland

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The Old Norse name was Dunrøstar høfdi, which means "The Head onto the Thunderous Noise", referring to the noise of Sumburgh Roost. The cliffs are home to large numbers of seabirds and the area is an RSPB nature reserve.

34. Tartan Heaven

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of things associated with Scotland?

35. Rosslyn Chapel

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You might recognize this from The Da Vinci Code.

36. Culloden Memorial

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The Battle of Culloden was fought on Drumossie Moor, to the north east of Inverness, on April 16, 1746. It was the last of the great Jacobite risings - popular attempts to reinstate a Stuart monarch on the throne of Britain - and was led by Charles Edward Stuart, also known as Bonnie Prince Charlie or the Young Pretender.

37. The Auld Kirk, Alloway

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This ruined kirkyard is near Burns Cottage and is the setting for the Burns' poem, "Tam o'Shanter"

38. Gilmerton Cove

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One of Scotland's most curious heritage sites. It's an archeological mystery that has baffled investigators for over 300 years.

39. Inverness

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The UK's northernmost city.

40. Loch Lomond

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Loch is the Scottish Gaelic word for a lake or sea inlet.

41. Glasgow Necropolis

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One of the oldest municipal cemeteries in the UK.

42. The Royal Scotsman Train

Train travel is a wonderful way to see the stunning Scottish countryside.

43. Garden of Cosmic Speculation

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The Garden of Cosmic Speculation is a 30 acre sculpture garden created by landscape architect and theorist Charles Jencks at his home, Portrack House, near Dumfries.

44. Plockton

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Located on the shore of Loch Carron, Plockton is often referred to the prettiest village in Scotland.

45. Greyfriars Bobby

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The 19th century Skye Terrier reportedly spent 14 years sitting on his master's grave.

46. Linlithgow Palace

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The birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots.

47. Ben Nevis

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The UK's highest mountain

Scotland is a fascinating and jaw-droppingly beautiful country. Every type of holidaymaker will find something to love here. I shared just a few of the sights of Scotland with you and hope you get to see some of them someday. Is it somewhere on your must-visit list?