If You Can Only Visit One: Edinburgh or Glasgow

If you can only visit one of Scotland’s most famous cities—Edinburgh or Glasgow—this entry will give you an idea of the look and feel of each one, so you can decide which choice to make!

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Things to Know Before Going to Scotland

Woohoo! You’re going to Scotland! Well, maybe, soon. I’ve seen reports that it’ll open back up for tourism in July (though be prepared for quarantine time still). But I know some students might be excited for going to school. Or someone might be moving abroad. So here are a few…

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Blackness Castle

Blackness Castle is well-known today for featuring in “Outlander”, but today we’re talking about a little bit of the history of the castle and what else it’s been featured in—with pictures!

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The Wallace Monument

The Wallace Monument is probably the greatest focal point in Stirling. So recognizable and amazing to see as it climbs above the surrounding scenery. It’s was a comfort to see as I walked to class—and very eerie on the days when the fog and mist swallowed it whole!

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Clava Cairns

In 2013, my mom and I made a stop at the Clava Cairns, a well-known series of cairns in the Highlands. In this entry, I talk about the experience, share some of the history of the cairns, and share a bunch of pictures of the location.

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