Scottish Factory

Terry asked:


I live in Shreveport, Louisiana. My high school, Caddo Magnet High School, has been invited to perform in Edinburgh, Scotland for the American High School Theatre Festival. Our school has been lucky enough to be one of the 26 high schools in the nation chosen to attend. We are also the first high school drama department ever chosen from Louisiana. I am in serious need of funding- the trip, which is in August 2010, is $6,000!

surfgirlca2ny asked:


I have never been to Ireland or Scotland and will soon be traveling there for about 9 days. I would like to steer away from touristy things and enjoy the beautiful countryside and coastlines. What is your favorite thing to see – something I should be sure to see while there!

Any travel advice will be greatly appreciated!

The Exotic Dr. Congo asked:


In other words, are there parts of England today that were once part of Scotland and vice versa?

Christine asked:


Im considering moving from scotland to mainland europe, germany or norway, perhaps somewhere else.

Any information to help me with this?

RampantScotland asked:

Graphics selected from "Scottish Castles Photo Library" at www.rampantscotland.com accompanied by CD tracks by Scottish singer Moira Kerr ( www.moirakerr.com ) For more on the castles' history and for more Scottish castle graphics, see www.rampantscotland.com The sound tracks are "Maciaian", (written by Moira about the infamous Glencoe Massacre) and the traditional "Willie's Gone to Melville Castle".

Jen asked:


Is it legal to bring a leopard gecko from the us to scotland? I am going to grad school there and I have a pet gecko that I really dont want to part with. I am having trouble finding out on the internet whether it is legal or not and I need someone to give me a concrete answer. I dont mind paying a lot to have her shipped, I just want to know if its even legal. Thanks!

Snow Bird asked:


How much might it cost to have health insurance ? And What are some companies that offer health insurance so you can take out a policy if you are a student studying in Scotland at a University there, with a Visa ?

The city of Stirling, situated in the county of the same name, is the newest city in Scotland. But this doesn’t mean it has no history, in fact the opposite is true, its past can be traced back for hundreds of years.

It is situated in a magnificent location, surrounded by majestic mountains and the serene River Forth. It has often been called the link between the Highland and the Lowlands. It is the main entrance points the Loch Lomond area as well as Scotland’s first national park – the Trossachs.

Within the city it’s most famous feature is the world famous Stirling Castle. This is the strategic key to central Scotland. Standing on a 72 metre high outcrop of volcanic rock at the head of Stirling’s Old Town, it commands views of the plain in every direction, and controls the easiest ford across the River Forth. It bears the scars of 600 years of bloody history. It is huge, grander, and at least as strong as the more famous Edinburgh castle, but even that cannot match up to the access that is given here.

Stirling’s ancient past comes even more to life when strolling around the Old Town. There are ancient buildings, town walls, mansions, and churches. One of the most visited sites is the Old Town Jail with its grim dungeon cells and dank corridors that conjure up images of the past.

The whole city is easy to get around on foot and there are modern attractions that are to be found on most streets. Great shopping can be has in the arcades and malls. In the evening the city comes alive with culture. There are two theatres, two cinemas, as well as contemporary art galleries.

It is no surprise that it attracts around two million visitors every single year. It makes the perfect base to explore many parts of Scotland.

By: Simon Haughtone

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