Attractions

Scotland has plenty of major tourist attractions which bring people to the country from all over the world. Passenger surveys show that after London, Scotland is one of the favourite places to visit and this popularity is bourn out by iam-scotland.org.uk. The country has its own distinctive character, and appeals to a wide range of visitor.

In Edinburgh the historic castle, is a must for most visitors. But Edinburgh is not the only castle to be found in Scotland. The country has castles all over the place, some of which date back to the 13th century. In general they are much the same as when built.

The coast of Scotland is rugged. On the west coast the stunning beauty of the lochs and the islands are major tourist attractions. Iam-scotland.org.uk shows how activities play a big role in Scotland, which attracts those who enjoy the outdoor life. Climbing, walking the hills and fishing are just three of the major tourist attractions.

Golf is another, and in this sport Scotland has the world famous St Andrews golf course known as the home of golf. The world’s oldest golf course is in the Fife region of Scotland. In the top north of the country the scenery is wild and rugged, and also the place to head out to the Orkney Islands.

Other major tourist attractions are the many offshore islands. Scotland and its major tourist attractions cannot be complete without a mention of its most famous resident. He lives in Loch Ness and is only seen on rare occasions.