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

The sights of Scotland are among the most glorious in the UK. Known for its highlands and lowlands, lochs and glens, wildlife and nature, Scotland is one of Mother Nature's stunning tableaux. But the sights of Scotland also include vibrant cities, medieval towns, historical attractions and more castles than Disney could ever dream of.

## 1. Callanish Stones

![Callanish Stones](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/l0/w7/ayhkorzv_337x450.jpg)

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

![Eilean Donan Castle](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/dm/yc/by10ou59_443x640.jpg)

Via [Cuento de Hadas....](https://www.flickr.com/photos/fjcuenca/3338351632/in/photostream)
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

_ Via Our Most Popular Photos from ..._
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

![Edinburgh](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ba/z3/o72fftfj_318x661.jpg)

Via [Google+](https://plus.google.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com)
Edinburgh is home to the world famous castle, Holyrood Palace and h Royal Mile.

## 5. Highland Cattle

![Highland Cattle](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/mk/bk/ogng8ivs_300x400.jpg)

Via [Isle of Skye - Scotland ...](https://www.mommytravels.net/isle-of-skye-scotland/)
The distinctive shaggy cows of Scotland.

## 6. Fingal's Cave

![Fingal's Cave](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/n0/eu/dmeg4g9z_593x900.jpg)

Via [Fingal's Cave by Sergey Simanovsky](https://fineartamerica.com/featured/fingals-cave-sergey-simanovsky.html)
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

_ Via The 9 Most Stunning Cave ..._
40,000 people visit the cave annually. And when you see the location (next picture) you'll see why.

## 8. Bay of Smoo

![Bay of Smoo](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/uy/sa/rsf1foia_600x899.jpg)

Via [Top 10 Mindblowing Landscapes – ...](https://goo.gl/7R3UR1)
Scotland's rugged coast is full of wonderful scenery.

## 9. River Garry

![River Garry](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/tn/m3/ks0snx5k_412x549.jpg)

Via [INDEX](https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/scotland)
The gorgeous colors of fall.

## 10. The Fairy Pools, Glen Brittle

![The Fairy Pools, Glen Brittle](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ur/mp/nl51o2n4_600x901.jpg)

Via [The Fairy Pools on the ...](https://goo.gl/xsHjBd)
A stunning sight on the Isle of Skye.

## 11. Dunnottar Castle

_ Via 50 Of The Most Beautiful ..._
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

![Northern Lights](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/of/ar/lhlqowu4_600x941.jpg)

Via [16 Absolutely Breathtaking Photos Of ...](https://www.buzzfeed.com/ailbhemalone/7-absolutely-breathtaking-photos-of-the-northern-lights-take?bfpi)
The Aurora Borealis is visible in many places in the north of Scotland.

## 13. Forth Rail Bridge

![Forth Rail Bridge](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/m5/hl/u7fygeum_600x400.jpg)

Via [53 Reasons Living In Edinburgh ...](https://www.buzzfeed.com/hilarywardle/edinburgh-is-the-best?sub=3470737_3988470&utm_term=4icrhlt)
One of the most iconic sights of Scotland, the bridge has the world's second longest single span.

## 14. Loch Ness

![Loch Ness](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/k4/in/edjel17j_432x618.jpg)

Via [Scotland Loch Ness _DSC10109](https://www.flickr.com/photos/youngrobv/1051251871/)
The ruins of Urquhart Castle overlook Nessie's home.

## 15. Isle of Mull

![Isle of Mull](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/oj/ld/t4q0px5w_532x701.jpg)

Via [The Best Coastal Drives, Part ...](https://www.cntraveler.com/galleries/2014-08-22/the-best-coastal-drives-part-ii)
All of the Scottish islands are incredibly beautiful.

## 16. Balmoral

![Balmoral](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ta/t4/oaros0c9_600x945.jpg)

Via [Spring Break Trip to Scotland ...](https://the-gadgeteer.com/2003/03/24/spring_break_trip_to_scotland_with_the_gadgeteers_article/)
Where the British Royal Family spend their summer.

## 17. The Kelpies, Falkirk’

![The Kelpies, Falkirk’](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/wh/kr/g25pni7v_427x640.jpg)

Via [Scotland's huge Kelpies sculpture completes](https://www.architectsjournal.co.uk/news/scotlands-huge-kelpies-sculpture-completes)
Andy Scott's 30 meter structures near Falkirk pay homage to the working horses of Scotland.

## 18. Iona Abbey

![Iona Abbey](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/l2/f6/ner2y3by_454x640.jpg)

Via [Iona-Abbey](https://www.flickr.com/photos/lightstalker1/5342652632/in/photostream/)
Duncan, the Scottish king murdered by Macbeth in 1140, is reputed to be buried here, along with 47 other Scottish kings.

## 19. Achmelvich

![Achmelvich](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/g5/hl/xyi5d2bt_600x888.jpg)

Via [33 Beaches You'd Never Believe ...](https://www.buzzfeed.com/kimberleydadds/beautiful-british-beaches)
There are fabulous beaches in Scotland.

## 20. The Trossachs

![The Trossachs](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/qx/sz/pu7csr23_462x715.jpg)

Via [Bandar Yousef's favorites](https://www.flickr.com/photos/digital-design/favorites/with/1233912229/#photo_1233912229)
The Trossachs is a stunning area of wooded glens and braes with quiet lochs.

## 21. Cruden Bay

![Cruden Bay](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/vy/sf/sglfsbnf_570x835.jpg)

Via [Where Sand Meets Stars](https://www.huffpost.com/entry/beaches-at-night_n_4775829?utm_hp_ref=travel)
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

_ Via scot-image.co.uk_
If you've seen Braveheart you'll know the story of these two Scottish heroes.

## 23. Edinburgh Castle

_ Via Edinburgh Castle grounds beyond Princes ..._
One of the sights of Scotland that is world famous.

## 24. Gardens at Dunrobin Castle

![Gardens at Dunrobin Castle](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/i3/bg/zaanxf5o_375x500.jpg)

Via [Gardens by the Sea](https://www.flickr.com/photos/94283635@N00/186592348/)
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

![Red Deer in Lochranza, Isle of Arran](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zb/jx/g509r81i_426x640.jpg)

Via [Red Deer in Lochranza](https://www.flickr.com/photos/great_driffield/5043906223/)
One of the wildlife symbols of Scotland

## 26. Outer Hebrides

_ Via flickr.com_
You can't fail to be moved by awesome scenery like this.

## 27. The Elephant House, Edinburgh

![The Elephant House, Edinburgh](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/gm/h0/znvvtiot_386x500.jpg)

Via [The Elephant House](https://www.flickr.com/photos/thezombiestoldmetosaythis/8666708824/)
The birthplace of Harry Potter.

## 28. Glamis Castle, Angus

![Glamis Castle, Angus](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/fs/s0/pemmfevo_424x640.jpg)

Via [Top 10 Most Fascinating Castles ...](https://goo.gl/sYdohc)
This was the home of Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon who married King George VI and was mother to Queen Elizabeth II.

## 29. Glenfinnan Viaduct

![Glenfinnan Viaduct](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/av/cq/g46zvd95_426x640.jpg)

Via [Train on Glenfinnan Viaduct, Scotland](https://www.flickr.com/photos/rogiervogels/3867928369/)
I'm sure you recognize the viaduct even if the train isn't the Hogwarts Express.

## 30. Piper

![Piper](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/if/a8/foge96lx_300x400.jpg)

Via [If It's Hip, It's Here: ...](https://ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com/2009/10/super-sexy-body-painting-of-joanne-gair.html)
Make it your mission to see what a Scotsman really wears under his kilt.

## 31. St. Kilda

_ Via The Little Hermitage_
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

_ Via flickr.com_
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

![Tartan Heaven](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/cz/g6/k4vhsc0f_344x525.jpg)

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

## 35. Rosslyn Chapel

![Rosslyn Chapel](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/b3/kf/rnh2lapl_600x902.jpg)

Via [Rosslyn Chapel](https://www.nomadicmatt.com/travel-blogs/unusual-place-of-the-month-rosslyn-chapel/)
You might recognize this from The Da Vinci Code.

## 36. Culloden Memorial

![Culloden Memorial](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/qh/g0/xfj0rw8y_375x500.jpg)

Via [Culloden Memorial](https://www.flickr.com/photos/d_izatt/327591919/)
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

![The Auld Kirk, Alloway](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/nq/nk/j5d85n5w_410x619.jpg)

Via [The Auld Kirk, Alloway (C) ...](http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/155746)
This ruined kirkyard is near Burns Cottage and is the setting for the Burns' poem, "Tam o'Shanter"

## 38. Gilmerton Cove

![Gilmerton Cove](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/bx/gf/zo7pt44u_300x450.jpg)

Via [Gilmerton Cove (Edinburgh, Scotland): Hours, ...](https://goo.gl/3A5ZnD)
One of Scotland's most curious heritage sites. It's an archeological mystery that has baffled investigators for over 300 years.

## 39. Inverness

![Inverness](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/jv/qr/dgd49pea_416x640.jpg)

Via [Inverness](https://www.flickr.com/photos/78408718@N00/71557649/)
The UK's northernmost city.

## 40. Loch Lomond

![Loch Lomond](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/mc/uh/w48m9eoz_426x640.jpg)

Via [Loch Lomond Light](https://www.flickr.com/photos/rockartwolfy/6117568390/)
Loch is the Scottish Gaelic word for a lake or sea inlet.

## 41. Glasgow Necropolis

![Glasgow Necropolis](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/vb/t1/dni04jsm_427x640.jpg)

Via [Glasgow Necropolis](https://www.flickr.com/photos/lwr/1368036998/in/pool-16316141@N00/)
One of the oldest municipal cemeteries in the UK.

## 42. The Royal Scotsman Train

![The Royal Scotsman Train](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/jc/g6/jf9wslfi_376x700.jpg)

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

## 43. Garden of Cosmic Speculation

![Garden of Cosmic Speculation](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/fa/sz/zdmfhpft_450x600.jpg)

Via [Scotland's Incredible Garden of Cosmic ...](https://goo.gl/CvqgpW)
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

![Plockton](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/o6/p0/ilv9n72y_474x580.jpg)

Via [Scottish Highlands Pictures, Scotland, UK](https://www.bugbog.com/gallery/scotland-pictures-photos/scottish-highlands-pictures-2.html)

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

## 45. Greyfriars Bobby

![Greyfriars Bobby](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/u0/sl/xwyhprpw_300x400.jpg)

Via [Greyfriars Bobby](http://www.flickr.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com)
The 19th century Skye Terrier reportedly spent 14 years sitting on his master's grave.

## 46. Linlithgow Palace

![Linlithgow Palace](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/e6/vc/uhvmy9fh_365x640.jpg)

Via [Where's the party](https://www.flickr.com/photos/walla2chick/4874310749/in/set-72157624634694540)
The birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots.

## 47. Ben Nevis

![Ben Nevis](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/h6/bm/jhentjrx_466x700.jpg)

Via [Scotland highlands in summer](http://www.123rf.com?ref=allwomenstalk.com)
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?

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