Regions in Scotland, Scottish Regions

The Incredible Regions of Scotland

Grampian is a long establish region in Scotland and its capital, Aberdeen, is the third largest in that country. Aberdeen is not only an economically thriving city of culture and business, but it also has a romantic value. The granite walls of magnificent buildings in Old Aberdeen provide sparkling splendor in the rain, an enchanting skyline in the evenings, and a feeling of timelessness all year around. More...

Angus and Dundee offer rugged coastlines and soft rolling foothills, between Aberdeenshire and the Perth/Kinross region. A great place to unwind and spend a holiday, Angus and Dundee offer a variety of sports, sights and activities. More...

Argyll is situated on the Western coast of Scotland and has a variety of attractions to appeal to every taste. Because the region is costal is also includes several islands and waterways which mean that ferries and water activities are commonplace. Argyll can be split up into several areas - each with its own unique appeal. More...

Edinburgh is rich in history and as the capital of Scotland, it has a lot to offer any tourist. Whether you head for the City of Edinburgh or one of the surrounding Lothians, you will no doubt find something that captivates and intrigues you. More...

Fife is one of the historical regions of Scotland and was originally a Pictish Kingdom. It is still called the Kingdom of Fife and is situated between the Firth of Tay and the Firth of Forth. Originally Fife had three main districts - Dunfermline, Kirkcaldy and North-East Fife. The functions that were performed by these districts are now performed by the fife counsel. More...

Greater Glasgow & Clyde Valley lie immediately south of Stiling and Loch Lomond. This area portrays much of the charm and character of all of Scotland - so much so that's it's often been called little Scotland. More...

Loch Lomond is to many, the absolute perfect holiday destination in Scotland. Though it is the largest fresh water Loch to be found in Britain, it has not been marred and corrupted by this reputation. Instead of too many people and dirty water, you'll find pristine mountains, crisp, clean air and sparkling deep waters. More...

Orkney is made up of about 70 islands but only seventeen of these are populated. Though many of the Orkney Islands are small, there is something to see on virtually every one of them. Island hopping is a great way to spend time in this part of Scotland as it is one of the best ways to get up close and personal with some of the island attractions. More...

The Hebrides are named for the Norse word Harbredey which roughly means the "isles at the edge of the sea". This aptly describes the Outer Herbrides which are perched on the furthest point West from the Scottish mainland. The Outer Herbrides is actually made up of many smaller islands which are situated in relatively close proximity to each other. More...

Perthshire is a great place to visit but it is especially popular for it's abundance of walking trails. You can choose anything from 1 mile to 100 miles and see many popular attractions along the way. There are lochs and castles galore, as well as a beautiful and tranquil landscape which stretches out before and above you in every direction. More...

The Scottish Highlands are situated to the north and west of the Highland Boundary Fault and are very mountainous. For over a hundred years the Scottish Highlands has been the Gaelic speaking area of Scotland, although Highland English is also spoken here. The city of Iverness is generally regarded to be the capital of the Highlands. More...

The Shetland Islands are a group of over 100 islands on the northeast coast of Scotland. Although only 29 of them are populated, they have a lot to offer. The largest island is known as Mainland and here you will find stunning beaches, tall cliffs, sheltered alcoves and friendly people. More...

Southern Scotland is made up of the area which lies between England and Scotland and the Scottish West Coast. The main towns in the region are Glasgow, Stirling and Edinburgh which is the capital of Scotland. Each of these towns are worth a visit in their own right. The wars of years gone past, have long since ceased and left Southern Scotland a place of peace and natural beauty. More...

Stirling is the ideal place to get caught up in the history of Scotland. Not only do tales of historical figures abound here, but the magnificent castle of Stirling rises up against the skyline ready to captivate the imagination. More...

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