Abbotsford House: Abbotsford is the house built and lived in by Sir Walter Scott, the 19th century novelist, and author of timeless classics such as Waverley, Rob Roy, Ivanhoe and The Lady of the Lake. Sir Walter Scott purchased Cartleyhole farmhouse on the banks of the River Tweed in 1812. Together with his family and servants, he moved into the farm which he renamed Abbotsford.

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Crathes Castle: 16th-century tower house on an estate granted to the Burnett family in 1323 by King Robert the Bruce, who presented them with the ancient Horn of Leys, which you can see in the Great Hall. Watch out for the ‘trip’ step, intended to disconcert attackers climbing the staircase. Imagine being a member of court walking the extravagant long gallery, or picture Lady Katherine and her friends playing music, sewing and chatting in the Muses Room. Feel a slight chill? It may be the Green Lady, Crathes’ own ghost who is said to have first appeared in the mid-18th century.

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Drum Castle:A visit to Drum Castle is a little like striding across the centuries. Its chameleon-like character has evolved with the additions made to the building over the years. Here you’ll find a medieval tower, a Jacobean mansion house and several ‘modern’ additions by Victorian lairds. This was the work of 21 generations of the Irvine family who lived here for over 650 years.

Dunrobin Castle:

Dynamic Earth:

Edinburgh Crystal Visitor Centre: Visit our Heritage Centre to marvel at exquisite pieces of Edinburgh Crystal produced over the last 137 years. Chat to master craftsmen as they transform plain crystal into pieces of art. Shop in the world's largest Edinburgh Crystal first quality and seconds outlet and relax in our scrumptious restaurant.

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Lauriston Castle: Lauriston Castle was left in trust to the nation by its last private owners, Mr and Mrs William Robert Reid, who lived there from 1902 to 1926. Originally a 1590s tower house, the castle was built for Sir Archibald Napier, and extended during the 1820s by the architect William Burn for its then owner, Thomas Allan. Each year, Lauriston hosts a programme of outdoor and indoor events, from spring to Christmas. Its superb croquet lawns are home to the Edinburgh Croquet Club.

Leith Hall, Garden & Estate: A charming family home, built over three centuries and home to the Leith-Hay family until the mid-C20th, when the house, furnishings and paintings were left to the Trust. Walking through the elegant rooms you get a feeling for how they lived. Now a picturesque and tranquil place, but the last two lairds died within months of each other in 1939, and in 1763 John Leith was murdered in Aberdeen, his ghost reputedly still walking here, recently featured on TV's ' Most Haunted'.

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National Gallery of Scotland: Home to Scotland's greatest collection of European paintings and sculpture from the Renaissance to Post-Impressionism. Highlights include works by Gauguin, Velázquez, El Greco, Botticelli and Antonio Canova. The Gallery also houses the largest collection of Scottish paintings in the world, including works by Ramsay, Raeburn, Wilkie and McTaggart.

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Nevis Range Mountain Experience:

Perthshire Gardens: The fertile soil and gentle climate of Perthshire have long inspired botanists, gardeners and horticulturists. That’s why you’ll find some of Britain’s most colourful gardens here – from small, privately-owned and lovingly-tended gardens full of specialist plants and flowers, to sumptuous, formal gardens in the grounds of stately homes.

Perthshire Gardens Collection: Nine of Perthshire's finest gardens, open to visitors.

Perthshire Information: Situated in the very heart of Scotland, Perthshire represents the perfect place to find all that you expect of a great Scottish holiday.

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St Andrews Bay Golf Resort & Spa: St Andrews Bay Golf Resort & Spa sits proudly amidst 520 acres of breathtaking landscape, while commanding spectacular views of the bay’s golden beaches and the medieval town of St Andrews. A luxurious five star hotel with 209 guest rooms, a rejuvenating spa, two magnificent golf courses, with an array of dining alternatives and a purpose built conference centre.

St Giles Cathedral - The High Kirk of Scotland: St Giles' Cathedral is the historic City Church of Edinburgh with its famed crown spire on the Royal Mile between Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Also known as the High Kirk of Edinburgh, it is Presbyterianism's Mother Church and contains the Chapel of the Order of the Thistle (Scotland's chivalric company of knights headed by the Queen).

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Thirlestane Castle: Nestling in the gentle Border Hills, with its rose pink sandstone and
fairytale turrets, Thirlestane Castle holds a uniquely important place in Scottish history. It is one of the oldest and finest castles in the land. The ancient seat of the Earls & Duke of Lauderdale, Thirlestane Castle has exquisite 17th century ceilings; Victorian kitchens; historic toys & Country Life Exhibition, Gift shop; Adventure Playground; Woodland Walk & Picnic Tables. Lunches & teas served in "The Old Servants Hall".

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