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Top 3 Haunted Spots in Scotland
The top three haunted places of Scotland Places with rich history are also places that have a dark and haunted past. Through the halls of history have walked many souls who left their imprints forever. It is, therefore, unsurprising that Scotland has some famous haunted spaces. These spaces have garnered the reputation of being home […]
History of the Scottish Bagpipes
Scotland’s national instrument, the Bagpipe or in Gaelic “piob-Mhor” (the great pipe) the instrument that has its origin in and has diffused from Scotland. The bagpipe is an instrument of great antiquity, an instrument which has its origin in the Middle East and traveled through and evolved in Europe. The “Oxford History of Music” makes […]
History of the Scottish Highland Games Athletics
Highland games are held in spring and summer in Scotland to celebrate the Scottish and Celtic cultures. The name denotes the athletic competitions in the world that are usually conducted under the auspices of local Caledonian society and believed in traditional customs. The highland games originated from impromptu competition at clan assemblies by hunting, military […]
origin of Scottish highland dancing
Modern Highland dancing emerged in the 19th and 20th centuries, created by Gaelic folk dance repertoire, formalised with the conventions of ballet. It seems that forms of sword dancing were performed by warriors in many parts of Europe in the ancient period, attested in the late medieval. Ritualistic and combative dances that replicated epic deeds […]
Brief History on the Origin of Scottish sheepdogs
The history of Scottish Sheepdogs involves the foundation for the history of Scottish Collie. The old English sheepdog breed descended from Europe. There is a handful of dogs such as Scotch bearded collie and French Brainard, that play a role in the sheepdog’s ancestry. This modern sheepdog breed first emerged in England in the 1800s, […]
5 Interesting Facts about Scottish Highland Games!
Today we are going to take a look at how the Highland Games have evolved in Scotlandand where they are today. First up, here are 5 fun facts you may not know about theHighland Games in Scotland….Many of the competitions state that anyone except a novice must wear a Kilt whencompeting. You aren’t eligible for […]
What is The Declaration of Arbroath?
Declaration of Arbroath The Declaration of Arbroath is a letter dated 6th April 1320, written by Barons and Freeholders of the Kingdom of Scotland to Pope John XXII. The Declaration of Arbroath was signed by eight earls and 40 barons. These signatories supported Robert Bruce’s claim to the throne. Letters in the 14th century were […]
Haunted Scottish Castles
Scotland is full of myths and folklore, but it is also filled with architectural gems dating back to the Middle Ages. Nestled in a valley or on a riverbank, we will tell you all about the different haunted castles of Scotland. ABERGELDIE CASTLE Albergeldie Castle has a dark history that still haunts it today. A […]
An Intro to Scots Gaelic
The Scots Gaelic language, or simply Scottish Gaelic, is a member of the Goidelic group of the Celtic Languages. These languages are spoken along the Northwest coast of Scotland and the Hebrides Island, you will also find many Gaelic speaking communities in Australia, United States, and Canada. Gaelic was introduced into Scotland around 500 AD, […]
5 of Scotland’s Famous Castles
Glamis Castle, which can be found nestled close by the village of Glamis in Angus, Scotland is open to the public. It is known to be the home in which Elizabeth Bowes-Lyon, the Queen Mother spent her childhood. It is also said to be the birthplace of her second daughter, Princess Margaret. Glamis castle is […]
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