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Perthshire, Scotland
Perthshire, situated in Central
Scotland this ancient
county of Perth straddles both the Scottish
Highlands and the Lowlands. Glens and lochs, mountains
and open spaces, rich farmland all make up the stunning
Perthshire countryside. Situated in the geographical
centre of Scotland the area has played an important
part in this nation's long and turbulent history and
many of the well known historical figures have associations
with the county - Macbeth, William Wallace, Robert
Bruce, Mary Queen of Scots, John Knox, Montrose, Rob
Roy Macgregor, Bonnie Prince Charlie and Robert Burns.
Perfect Scottish Holiday
Situated in the very heart of Scotland, Perthshire represents
the perfect place to find all that you expect of a great
Scottish holiday. Most of Perthshire is little more than one
hour by road or rail from Glasgow or Edinburgh, but a world
apart.
Towns and places to visit in Perthshire include Atholl &
Balquhidder, Aberfeldy, Loch Tay and Glen Lyon, Auchterarder,
Gleneagles and the Ochils, Blairgowrie, Dunkeld, Birnam,
Loch Leven, Perth, Pitlochry and all in easy reach of some
of the most scenic Scottish glens.
The Heart of Scotland
Perthshire maybe situated at the heart of Scotland, but it
is close enough to the major cities to enjoy fast travel
connections by motorway and rail, but you will be forgiven
for thinking you will feel a million miles away from the
hustle and bustles of the cities. Its central location also
makes it an ideal centre for touring around the most beautiful
areas in the Scottish Highlands and Lowlands.
Make use of the excellent public transport network will help
ensure that you relax and make the most of your holiday. Even
the most rural villages have public transport services.
Whether you are meandering through the byways of the county by
bus or car, traversing a Highland glen by train or walking
along an ancient bridle path by a gentle river, getting around
in Perthshire is easy and pleasurable.
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