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Edinburgh Castle
Overlooking the city from its crag, Edinburgh Castle commands attention. Fascinating sites within include Edinburgh’s oldest building, St. Margaret's Chapel; the medieval siege cannon Mons Meg; and the 15th-century Crown Square.
Edinburgh, Scotland; 011-44-131-668-8800; www.historic-scotland.gov.uk
Tags: family | architecture | culture | tour | world heritage site | history
Rosslyn Chapel
Garnering instant fame for its role in The Da Vinci Code, Rosslyn Chapel’s elaborate medieval masonry evokes its spellbinding history. Over five and a half centuries old, the Chapel draws scholars, tourists and Freemasons alike.
Roslin, Scotland; 011-44-131-440-2159; www.rosslynchapel.org.uk
Tags: international travel | architecture | history
The Isle of Skye
The isle where romantic royal Bonnie Prince Charlie hid after the Jacobite defeat at Culloden, Skye is rich in Scottish lore. Cuillin Ridge in Central Skye calls to adventurous hikers.
Highlands and IslandsScotland; www.skye.co.uk
Tags: international travel | culture | hiking | history
Loch Ness
The alleged home of Scotland’s most famous resident, Nessie, the 700-foot-deep Loch Ness entices droves of hopeful visitors. If unlucky searching the waters, tourists can take advantage of area fishing, golfing and whisky distilleries.
Inverness-shire; Drumnadrochit, Scotland; 011-44-845-225-5121; www.loch-ness-scotland.com
Tags: golf | family | history | fishing
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Reopened in 2007 after a three-year, $56.6 million refurbishment, Glasgow’s Kelvingrove is once again Scotland’s must-see museum. Impressionist masterpieces, mummies, dinosaurs and Viking relics occupy the revamped facility.
Argyle St.; Glasgow, Scotland; 011-44-141-276-9599; www.glasgowmuseums.com
Tags: family | gallery | museum | history
National Gallery of Scotland
A must for art enthusiasts of the Renaissance through Impressionist eras, the National Gallery houses works by Raphael, Rembrandt, Van Gogh, Monet, Gauguin, and other luminaries. Scottish painters are highlighted.
The Mound; Edinburgh, Scotland; 011-44-131-624-6200; www.nationalgalleries.org
Tags: international travel | gallery | art
St. Andrews
Golf addicts take note: if you’re eager to play the famous Old Course at St. Andrew’s, book your tee time at least three months in advance (six if planning a summer visit).
St. Andrews Links; St. Andrews, Scotland; 011-44-1334-477036; www.standrews.org.uk
Tags: golf | historic | sports
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