Once I Saw What Scotland's Been Hiding, I've Become Insanely Jealous
July 17, 2014
Once you step foot here, you might never leave. Here are 15 reasons why Scotland should be on your bucket list...
1. The Quiraing
Robert White
The Quiraing is a landslip on the Eastern face of Meall na Suirmach on the northernmost summit of the Trotternish Ridge. It’s the only part of the slip that is still moving.
2. The West Highland Line train passing the Glenfinnan Viaduct
Daniel Korzhonov
This legendry train is also known as the Hogwarts Express Train, as it was used in the Harry Potter movies. The line winds through gorgeous settings, including highland valleys and besides lochs.
3. Kilchurn Castle, Loch Awe, Scotland
Kenny Barker
Kilchurn castle sits on a rocky peninsula on the northeastern end of Loch Awe. During periods of higher than usual levels of water, the site becomes an island.
4. Rannoch Moor in the valley of Glen Coe
Michal Vitasek
This large expanse of boggy moorland, west of Loch Rannoch, is notable for its wildlife.
5. Trotternish Ridge
Georg Scharf
As one of the finest ridge traverses in Britain, Trotternish Ridge offers some unsurpassable views.
6. Fingal’s Cave
Michael W.
This sea cave can be found on the uninhabited island of Staffa. Its unique structure is formed by hexagonally jointed basalt.
7. Bluebell Path in Perthshire
David Mould
A stunning bluebell path can be found in Perthshire. In the spring, the woodland floor turns into a carpet of blue.
8. Isle of Skye
Natalia Eriksson
The Isle of Sky is the largest island in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland. Its rocky slopes provide some of the most dramatic mountain scenery in the country.
9. Dunnottar Castle
Daniel Korzhonov
This ruined medieval fortress lies on a rocky headland on the north east coast of Scotland. The ruins span over 3.5 acres and are surrounded by steep cliffs that drop into the North Sea.
10. Finnich Glen
Ann-Marie Westwood
Also known as the Devil’s Pulpit, Finnich Glen is about 30 minutes away from Glasgow. According to local lore, the gorge used to be used by druids as a secret meeting place.
11. Loch Chon
Sebastian Logering
This freshwater loch lies to the West of the village of Aberfoyle. It’s fed by several small streams.
12. Kilt Rock
Andy Lee
Kilt rock is sea cliff in east Trotternish that, as its name suggests, is said to resemble a kilt.
13. Fall in the Scottish highlands
Sorin Rechitan
Gorgeous fall hues color the land in the autumn, tinging the Scottish highlands with oranges, yellows, and reds.
14. Scenic bridges straight out of a fairy tail
Angus Clyne
There are many rustic-looking bridges in Scotland that seem like they jumped straight out of the pages of a fairy tale.
15. Rock formations on the island of Staffa
Andrew Barton
6 miles west of Isle of Mull lies the breathtaking island of Staffa, which features great basalt columns and deep caves.
Via Imgur
Yup, Scotland is officially added to my bucket list.
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