Whether it’s panoramic Highland views or the hustle and bustle of Edinburgh’s historic city, Scotland has it all.
Scotland is well known for its rich history and traditions, however, here you can find some interesting facts that most people don’t know……..
1. Golf has been played at St Andrews Golf Course, Fife, since the 15th century! The golf course is located just 16 miles from the beautiful Birkhill Castle, so why not make your historic golf trip that extra bit special and stay in a fantastic historical 17th century castle?
www.celticcastles.com/castles/birkhill-castle
2. There are over 600 square miles of loch in Scotland. One of the most famous is Loch Ness, where a mysterious monster is said to lurk in the depths of the water. Aldourie Castle sits on the banks of the Loch Ness, only 7 miles away from Inverness. Aldourie is the only inhabitable castle on the shores of Loch Ness.
www.celticcastles.com/castles/aldourie-castle
3. Madonna chose the peaceful village of Dornoch to be the idyllic setting for her marriage to Guy Ritchie in the year 2000. The cathedral, where the marriage took place, is directly opposite the truly beautiful 12th century Dornoch Castle.
www.celticcastles.com/castles/dornoch
4. Although Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital city, Glasgow is in fact the largest city in Scotland! Blair Castle Estate is located in Ayrshire, only 27 miles from Glasgow and just 8 miles from Scotland’s west coast.
www.celticcastles.com/castles/blair-castle-estate
5. The stunning Balmoral Castle is well known for being the summer home to the royal family. Balmoral is located just 26 miles from Dalmunzie Castle! Dating back to 1510, Dalmunzie Castle is located in a hidden part of Highland Perthshire and was recently listed in ‘Scotland the Best’s’ Top 10 Most Romantic Hideaways. Dalmunzie Castle is ideal for a couple looking to get-away-from-it-all and offers a unique private wedding venue in a truly special setting.
www.celticcastles.com/castles/dalmunzie-castle
Whether you’re looking for a romantic weekend away or a step back into the past, there is no doubt that Scotland has an infinite amount to offer…
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