Scotland, part of the United Kingdom and home to the fabled Loch Ness Monster,
is often overshadowed by its neighbor England. However, it is a very exquisite
and fascinating area that boasts its own cuisine, traditions and folklore.
Its capital city, Edinburgh, is the second most popular tourist destination
in Britain.
The natural scenery of Scotland is breathtakingly beautiful. The
atmosphere is rugged and wild, boasting beautiful cliffs and waterfalls as
well as pristine
lakes and hills. Scotland has a rich history, and everything is connected to
it – battlefields and historical points of interest are very common.
Scottish
food as a whole is very hearty and traditional, and Scottish whisky is very
popular. As for entertainment, traditional dancing is widespread. A
Ceilidh (pronounced kay-lay) is an informal night of singing, dancing, eating
and drinking. Festivals, and other events are also popular–Halloween
originated in Scotland, for example.
