Scotland

A revised edition of a handbook for travellers in Scotland which provides coverage of major cities and offers details on accommodation, food and drink to suit a range of budgets, accompanied by information on sites of cultural and historical interest and advice on a range of outdoor activities.

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This guide to Scotland gives full details of the sights plus all the information necessary to get the most out of a visit, whether it's for a weekend or a month. Features include up-to-the-minute accounts of the dynamic cultural cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow, including critical reviews of places to stay, eat and drink in all price categories. In-depth coverage of the country's sights, taking in the whisky distileries, castles and kirks, prehistoric stone circles and the newest modern galleries - all backed up by numerous maps and plans. Advice on exploring Scotland's diverse landscapes, from moorland strolls to mountain hikes and birdwatching on remote islands, as well as informed background on Scotland's stormy history, and the issues that define the contemporary nation are included.