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The Lewis chessmen have always aroused the curiosity of visitors to the Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh. Eleven pieces rather uniquely carved out of walrus ivory and whales' teeth, they are a part of the cache found on the Isle of Lewis, and Outer Hebrides of northwest Scotland There are 82 more in the British Museum in London and many Scotsmen would love to have them back in Scotland.
Scotland has a remarkable number of outstanding golf courses of many different styles. Troon, Glen Eagles, Turnberry, Muirfield, Loch Lomond, Carnoustie and, of course, the Old Course at St. Andrews are the ones most golfers dream about. The more famous golf courses in Scotland where international competitions like the British Open and the Ryder Cup are played are naturally expensive and difficult to get a chance to play at, but there are so many other remarkable courses too.
Whatever is the attraction for a traveler to Scotland, St Andrews has it all. This lovely old city has the brightest and driest weather in the country and has always attracted visitors over the centuries. It gets its name from the fact that the relics of the disciple St Andrew were brought here from Constantinople in the 8th century. Castles, golf, museums, university and fishing are all at hand here.
A must-see on the list of most tourists to Scotland is the Trossachs, thanks to the works of Sir Walter Scott and others. Conveniently located from both Edinburgh and Glasgow, just an hour away from both of them, it actually is a good place to be based while visiting Scotland. You can visit most parts of Scotland from the Trossachs National Park during the day and return by dusk.
The bagpipe is the national instrument of Scotland and is best represented in the music of the Scottish Highlands. Many, who hear the bagpipe played, think of Scotland as the origin of the unique instrument. Although, some of the best music of this type can be traced to Scotland, the instrument has been documented throughout most of ancient history.
After that day in 1823 when William Webb Ellis, while attending the Rugby School in England, decided to carry the football instead of kicking it, as was the rule, the game of rugby has cemented its place firmly in the lore of sports. There are many who dispute this claim, but one claim that cannot be argued is Scotland's crowning achievement as the first ever international club winners. They beat England that day by one goal and a try.
Scotland is the home of golf in Europe and certainly that is a good enough reason to visit this charming country. Now there is a special golf course catering only to children and disabled persons in Edinburgh where they can just turn up and play. There is no dress code and the club provides balls and clubs, free of cost. This is a great way to introduce your youngsters to the game and keep them occupied on your vacation in Scotland while you do your own thing. This is the first course of this type in the U.K. and disabled persons can now enjoy a game at their own pace.
Aberdeen in Scotland makes golfing news for many reasons. Its Murcar Golf Links is the location for the current European Challenge Tour which has returned to Scotland after twelve years. The 156-strong field includes some of Europe's most promising players for the $250,000 prize fund, one of the richest on the European Challenge Tour.
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