AMASS with immaculate beaches, magnificent castles, cultural attractions, and captivating ancient heritage - Scotland has countless world class sights within its borders.
Though we can't go more than five miles from our local area due to the latest government imposed restrictions, Visit Scotland has provided a portal into some of the most striking and scenic Scottish destinations.
Making travel plans for the future alleviates the wanderlust.
Who wishes they were here right now?! 🙋♀️💙 #YCW2021 📍 #Luskentyre Beach, Isle of Harris @OuterHebs 📷 IG/johnspate
— VisitScotland (@VisitScotland) February 13, 2021
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Scotland is a progressive nation established on dynamism, creativity, and the warmth of the Scottish people.
It is a country with a strong national identity and sense of inclusiveness which ensures that new cultures and new people are embraced.
This is reflected in the 170 languages which are spoken here, including Punjabi, Polish, and Cantonese.
Scotland is also a leading country for LGBT+ equality legislation, and in normal circumstances hosts an array of annual events which celebrate the community.
#Scotland in the snow, isn't it beautiful!? 😍❄️ Share YOUR snowy shots with us! #VisitWestLothian 📍 Almond Park, Livingston 📷 IG/paul_watt_photography
— VisitScotland (@VisitScotland) February 8, 2021
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Sit back, relax and enjoy the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond from your home! 😍🙌 #YCW2021 📍 @lomondtrossachs 🎥 IG/photo_asc_2
— VisitScotland (@VisitScotland) February 5, 2021#Scotland certainly has no shortage of stunning #castles! 🏰✨📍 Castle Campbell, Dollar 📷 IG/munrodrifter
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— VisitScotland (@VisitScotland) February 1, 2021
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Scotland is a rich and diverse country which is home to an array of different cultures from across the world, living together in harmony.
Yet Scotland's traditional culture, which can be traced back almost 1000 years, is still very much alive and vibrant today.
From the ancient clans of the 12th century, each new generation has moulded the culture is a new and different way, which has created a unique and vibrant country.
One of the @edinburgh's finest hidden gems, The Writer's Museum!💎📚 #OnlyinScotland 📍 Old Town 📷 IG/iainmuirhead_photography
— VisitScotland (@VisitScotland) February 1, 2021
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Another day, another stunning #ScottishCastle! 🏰 Can YOU name this one? 💡😁 #YCW2021 📍 Appin, @wildaboutargyll 📷 IG/justin_laidlaw96
— VisitScotland (@VisitScotland) January 28, 2021
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Glas-allt-shiel on the edge of Loch Muick looking like a wintery dream! 😍❄️ 📍 @VisitCairngrms National Park 📷 IG/martinbenniephotography
— VisitScotland (@VisitScotland) January 27, 2021
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"Picture perfect. Filter free. Nature at its best." 🌊🙌 #YCW2021 📍 #Shetland 📷 IG/shetland_islands_with_leah
— VisitScotland (@VisitScotland) January 27, 2021
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Another day, another stunning #Scottish view! 😍💙 #YCW20201📍 Loch Eriboll, #Highlands 📷 IG/traveltwo_
— VisitScotland (@VisitScotland) January 15, 2021
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Scotland is home to internationally acclaimed artists and musicians, a wealth of museums and galleries, world renowned literature, interesting and varied architecture, an impressive fashion industry, and an array of inventors who have revolutionised the world.
Miss exploring #Scotland? 🙋 We'll bring it to you!😍
— VisitScotland (@VisitScotland) January 10, 2021
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Who's been lucky enough to spot the Northern Lights in #Scotland?! 🙋💜#StaySafe 📍 @lomondtrossachs 📷 IG/vinnykeenanphotography pic.twitter.com/iir8sp7mnQ
— VisitScotland (@VisitScotland) December 19, 2020
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