Product Description

The beautiful and stunning country of Scotland has been inhabited for thousands of years and offers a wealth of interesting history and culture. A country that offers a bewildering variety and an often-diverse landscape that is truly magnificent and astounds the eye with sheer beauty. Scotland is endowed with one of the finest coastlines in the world, and is said to have the most impressive views in the UK, including the desolate peaks of the highlands to the tranquillity and peace of the Scottish Borders. A land rich with fertile valleys, quiet villages and cosy little market towns, the Scottish coastline also offers am array of tiny hidden coves, neat fishing ports and wonderful sandy beaches. The guide will definitely appeal to people with a real interest in the beauty, tranquillity and traditional values of the countryside, who are looking for high standards in places to stay, eat and drink and quality craftsmanship in any products purchased. Equally for those readers who are seeking a more active life in the countryside the book provides information on walks and tours as well as details of National Trust and English Heritage properties. The attractive cover design incorporates a photograph of "The River Dee" in Braemar, Grampian.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1805793 in Books
• Published on: 2003-06-20
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 400 pages

Review
Homecoming Scotland can only be enhanced by the publication of the Country Living Guide, which provides vivid descriptions of Scotland's towns and villages This book shows that Scotland's rich diversity of rural and urban landscape, wide ranging history, from earliest times, its languages, its geography, etc. are unique in that it would be hard to find another country so well-endowed and blessed --The Banffshire Herald, 24/7/09

Handy Guide --St Andrews Citizen - July 2009

Handy Guide --St Andrews Citizen - July 2009

The North Edinburgh News
"An interesting and very informative book"

From the Publisher
Scotland is endowed with some of the most beautiful and
stunning scenery in the British Isles. From the desolate peaks of the
Highlands and rugged coastlines of the mainland and off-shore islands, to
the peaceful and fertile valleys of the Scottish Borders. But the visitor
can also find quiet villages, cosy market towns, neat fishing ports as well
as the history and culture of the larger cities such as Edinburgh.