Chapter 25 "Ai! You know it!"
Well what can you say about a country that brought us Haggis, Golf (thousands of courses around, including the world famous St.Andrews), a story about a sea monster, those wailing bag pipes (which I'm sure you'll hear a lot of in the streets), great whisky and of course, as we all know it, the Kilt. You can say Scotland is one hell of a country. Having the chance to visit Edinburgh and Glasgow with a little bit of the countryside in there, I must say I was impressed.
First off the country is lovely. Very similar I found to that of Welsh countryside, lots of rolling hils and of course the highlands. Definately worth taking a ride around and discovering the sites, lots of lakes, including Lochness and a gorgeous sea side.
Secondly is Glasgow, the countries capital. At first glance I wasn't that impressed with the city. It has a lovely city centre, lots of shopping (though I've no need for it) throughout a very long street. Home to 2007's UEFA cup final, the city was buzzing with excitement.
The main square within the city was lovely, seems to be a thing amongst European cities, a giant square in the middle of the city for tourists to take pictures with lots of expensive shops around the sides of it. Glasgow has a nice walk along the river I would recommend, however walk a little further and you run under a disgusting highway and lots of rubble. Certainly put a damper on the city. All in all, this city just didn't give me the Scottish feel I was looking for. Spend a day there then move on.
A city that you do want to spend a lot of time in though is Edinburgh (pronounced Ed-in-BRA!) This place is magical. Taking a train in brings you right next to the thing that makes it so magical, the castle. Definately in the top 3 nicest castles that I have seen in Europe. It is not just a castle, but almost like a medieval city. 11pounds to enter is a little steep, but so is most things worth seeing. I spent a good 5,6 hours walking around inside. Offers an absolute breath taking view of the entire city 360 degrees. Great history of the Scottish wars with the English, how the castle came to be built and the architecture is stunning.
The castle isn't the only thing worth seeing here though. There is a lovely spire like construction
right near the train station. You may go up it and enjoy a vie
w, though I still recommend the castle for the best view. On top of another hill, closer to the water, you will find almost like a mini acropolis structure, cannons, a look out tower, and lovely views of the rolling hills all around.
Scotland is a lovely place, worth checking out. If your ever in a pub there (how you could miss one is beyond me) grab some Tennants Lager, definately the best beer to come out of the country, isn't that right BT? . . . . . . AI! YOU KNOW IT!
Well what can you say about a country that brought us Haggis, Golf (thousands of courses around, including the world famous St.Andrews), a story about a sea monster, those wailing bag pipes (which I'm sure you'll hear a lot of in the streets), great whisky and of course, as we all know it, the Kilt. You can say Scotland is one hell of a country. Having the chance to visit Edinburgh and Glasgow with a little bit of the countryside in there, I must say I was impressed.
First off the country is lovely. Very similar I found to that of Welsh countryside, lots of rolling hils and of course the highlands. Definately worth taking a ride around and discovering the sites, lots of lakes, including Lochness and a gorgeous sea side.
Secondly is Glasgow, the countries capital. At first glance I wasn't that impressed with the city. It has a lovely city centre, lots of shopping (though I've no need for it) throughout a very long street. Home to 2007's UEFA cup final, the city was buzzing with excitement.
The main square within the city was lovely, seems to be a thing amongst European cities, a giant square in the middle of the city for tourists to take pictures with lots of expensive shops around the sides of it. Glasgow has a nice walk along the river I would recommend, however walk a little further and you run under a disgusting highway and lots of rubble. Certainly put a damper on the city. All in all, this city just didn't give me the Scottish feel I was looking for. Spend a day there then move on.A city that you do want to spend a lot of time in though is Edinburgh (pronounced Ed-in-BRA!) This place is magical. Taking a train in brings you right next to the thing that makes it so magical, the castle. Definately in the top 3 nicest castles that I have seen in Europe. It is not just a castle, but almost like a medieval city. 11pounds to enter is a little steep, but so is most things worth seeing. I spent a good 5,6 hours walking around inside. Offers an absolute breath taking view of the entire city 360 degrees. Great history of the Scottish wars with the English, how the castle came to be built and the architecture is stunning.
The castle isn't the only thing worth seeing here though. There is a lovely spire like construction
right near the train station. You may go up it and enjoy a vie
w, though I still recommend the castle for the best view. On top of another hill, closer to the water, you will find almost like a mini acropolis structure, cannons, a look out tower, and lovely views of the rolling hills all around.Scotland is a lovely place, worth checking out. If your ever in a pub there (how you could miss one is beyond me) grab some Tennants Lager, definately the best beer to come out of the country, isn't that right BT? . . . . . . AI! YOU KNOW IT!
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