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SCOTLAND
He who has not seen Scotland does not really know Great Britain.
©Cherstvova N.V. 634 2010
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.
