by Katie & Catherine | Jun 26, 2016 | Fascinating Facts
Midsummer Traditions in the Scottish Highlands Midsummer, the point that marks the turning of the year as the days begin to shorten is the source of many kinds of ritual and celebration all over Scotland. The festival itself is primarily a Celtic fire festival...
by Katie & Catherine | Dec 17, 2015 | Fascinating Facts, History & Folklore
The Winter Solstice in the Scottish Highlands The Winter Solstice falls on the 21st of December. In the northern hemisphere, this date marks the turning point of the season, the shortest day and the longest night. Nowadays at this time of year it is normal that...
by Katie & Catherine | Dec 11, 2015 | Fascinating Facts, History & Folklore
The Fascinating History of Scottish Highland Caves Scottish history comes in many forms. There are our mountains, which tell our geological history, our monuments to those fallen in battle and our great buildings. But some of the most curious and forgotten tales of...
by Katie & Catherine | Nov 26, 2015 | Fascinating Facts
Beautiful and brilliant bridges across the Scottish Highlands When driving through Scotland, it’s all too easy to get distracted by the scenery. The mountains, beaches and moorland can capture your attention without you even noticing. Beneath the wheels of your car...
by Katie & Catherine | Oct 29, 2015 | Fascinating Facts, History & Folklore
The iconic stone circles of the Highlands The iconic image of Stonehenge is famous the world over. There is no doubting it is an impressive sight, but the fact that English Heritage have turned the visitor experience into something akin to a theme park, (with a price...
