• Scotland (Scottish Gaelic: Alba) is the second largest country on the island of Great Britain and in the multinational state of the United Kingdom.
  • Heritage travel guide to Scotland - historic attractions including Scottish castles, historic houses, and churches, Highlands guide, photos, accommodation.
  • View CNN’s Scotland Travel Guide to explore the best things to do and places to stay, plus get insider tips, watch video and read inspiring narratives.
  • Scotland has its own parliament which makes laws for Scottish people. ... The Scottish flag is blue with a white X-shaped cross called the St Andrew’s cross.
  • Scotland has stood as part of the United Kingdom for centuries. Despite that, the country and its people continue to stand as a unique culture in their own right.
  • Despite these uncertain times, the 1700s also saw the beginning of one of the greatest periods in Scotland’s history – the Scottish Enlightenment.
  • Interesting facts about Scotland: Teviot Row House, Scotland – The world’s oldest student union building. Scottish culture and tradition.
  • “The whole world looks to Scotland for all our ideas of civilisation ... and that’s why we’re in the gutter with a booze problem.”
  • One of Scotland's top attractions, this fun, free museum includes everything from medieval artifacts to displays relating to art and science.
  • Get all the latest news, live updates and content about the Scotland from across the BBC.