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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".

Scotland is a place full of History and natural beauty, with hundred of castles scattered through the landscape and also the many jagged peaks of 3,000ft Munros shaping the backdrop to a magnificent country.

There are many castles that date back hundreds of years and each has a unique story and its own place in the rich history of Scotland. The popular castles of Eilean Donan near Skye and Urquhart on Loch Ness offer fantastic photo opportunities as two of the most picturesque castles in Scotland.
 
When you are visiting Scotland you will need accommodation and you will find many different types to suit all budgets across the country. The cheaper accommodation in Scotland tends to be outside the main cities, in surrounding towns or on the outskirts of a major city. 
 
If you are looking for a good base to explore Scotland then Perth offers excellent transport links to the main cities in Scotland. From here you can get direct train services to Edinburgh, Inverness and Glasgow. The accommodation here is also reasonably priced with a good selection of bed and breakfasts and some of the best priced hotels in Scotland.
 
If you are looking for a luxury hotel in Scotland then St Andrews and Edinburgh offers some of the best choices in Scotland. The Balmoral Hotel or the Scotsman in Edinburgh, both have five star ratings and excellent locations in the city centre of Edinburgh. 
 
In St Andrews the Old Course Hotel overlooking the most famous golf course in the world and again offers five star luxury accommodation in Scotland as does the Fairmont Hotel which also overlooks a golf course and offers excellent spa facilities.
 
If you are travelling to Scotland on a budget then you may want to consider staying in a hostel. There are hundreds available throughout the country and these offer cheap accommodation, usually in a city or town centre location. The accommodation is usually basic but it does give you a great opportunity for meeting fellow travellers, ideal if you are travelling by yourself.

By: Niall Buchanan

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Scotland (Gaelic: Alba) is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. Scotland is known for its’ typical Scottish music and sports and has over 790 beautiful islands with startling coastlines. The Scottish castles are the primary attractions of Scotland and are a symbol of historical moments of this country. There are approximately 3000 Scottish Castles here and are spread in all parts of the country.

The first Castle that I’m going to discuss about is the Castle Fraser. This Scottish castle is located near Inverurie and lies in the Aberdeenshire area of Scotland. This gorgeous Castle served as a backdrop for some of the scenes that were shot in Bafta. The Castle was initially known as the Muchall-in-Mar and has a number of stories attached to it. The Castle Fraser is open for public viewing in the summer months only.

The Edinburgh Castle is the second most popular destination in Scotland. It is interesting to note that this Castle stands upon an extinct volcano, which had risen some 340 million years ago. The Edinburgh Castle has been the center of military activities. It can be seen against an interesting skyline, where it sits grandly atop the Castle Rock.

Another popular in Scotland is the Edzell Castle. David Lindsay started the construction of this Castle in the year 1520 and later on the Earl of Dalhousie, ultimately owned this castle. It is known for a rather unusual Wall Garden. There is also an association with symbolism with regards to the structure of the garden.

Bothwell Castle has the reputation of being the largest Stone Castles in the country. It is located on a very steep river bank and around shaped tower characterizes this magnificent castle. The Bothwell Castle was constructed by William Moray.

So, visit Scotland and catch a glimpse of these interesting Castles!



By: James Choice

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Scotland is known for its’ typical Scottish music and sports. It has over 790 beautiful islands with amazing coastlines. The landscapes of Scotland are dotted with beautiful castles. The Scottish castles are as interesting as the Scottish culture and are every monument has its own story to tell. There are approximately 3000 Scottish Castles and are found in all parts of the country.

The first Castle that I’m going to discuss about is the Castle Fraser. This Scottish castle is positioned near Inverurie, which lies in the Aberdeenshire region of Scotland. This beautiful Castle has served as a background for some of the scenes shot in Bafta. The Castle was initially known as the Muchall-in-Mar and has an array of stories attached to it. The Castle Fraser is open for public view during the summer months only.

The Edinburgh Castle is the second most popular destination in Scotland. It is interesting to note that this Castle stands upon an extinct volcano, which had risen some 340 million years ago. This Castle has been the center of military activities and can be seen against a mesmerizing skyline, where it sits majestically atop the Castle Rock.

Another Castle that’s very famous in Scotland is the Edzell Castle. David Lindsay started the construction of this Castle in the year 1520 and later on the Earl of Dalhousie, finally owned the castle. It is known for its curious or interesting Wall Garden. Today the Castle comprises of a Tower house and has an assortment of buildings within its court.

Bothwell Castle has attained status of being the largest Stone Castles in the country. It is located on a very steep river bank, located above the River Clyde. William Morey is known to have constructed this castle but due to invasions, this Castle has seen itself in different hands during different periods.

A trip to see the Scottish castles would definitely be worth the effort!



By: Hailey Allen

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