SCOTLAND

He who has not seen Scotland does not really know Great Britain.

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Scotland

Its symbol is a thistle.

Scotland is divided into Highlands and Lowlands

EDINBURGH

It’s the capital of the country.It’s known as Athens of the North.

THE CASTLE

The Edinburgh military tattoo

It takes place every August and September in front of the Castle.

THE ROYAL MILE

It’s a line of streets, which runs from the Castle to Holyrood House.

HOLYROOD HOUSE

It’s a big royal palace which is the residence of the Queen in Edinburgh.

THE CANNONGATE

It’s the most picturesque part of the Royal Mile.

PRINCES STREET

It’s the most beautiful street of the New Town.

THE SCOTT MONUMENT

It’s in Princes Street.It’s 200 feet high.Inside it there is a marble statue of Sir

Walter Scott.