Place of interest Archive

Greyfriars Kirkyard – green oasis of death in Edinburgh

The eerily beautiful Greyfriars Kirkyard is located in the centre of Edinburgh. It is surrounded by legends and true stories in equal measure. A visit.

Calton Hill – magnificent view over Edinburgh’s Old Town

When the sun sets in the west of Edinburgh, Calton Hill offers an unrivalled view. But there is much more to discover up there.

Old Calton Burial Ground – where martyrs and freethinkers lie

The Old Calton Burial Ground is located in a prominent position in the centre of Edinburgh. Yet most tourists walk past it. What they miss.

North Harris Eagle Observatory – through the valley of the eagles

A hike between the mountains and along the lakes of Harris leads to a lookout point for eagle watching.

Battlefield of Culloden – the end of the mighty clans

Here it was over: the Highlanders’ dream of a Scottish king sitting on the British throne. Shattered in just one hour. A bloodbath that is still commemorated today by the memorial stones at Culloden

Mushroom Stone – beautiful coastline in the south of Mull

Ein großer Fels liegt auf einem Felssockel und sieht somit aus, wie ein Pilz.

A walk through the beautiful nature on the coast of the Isle of Mull leads to a very special rock: the Mushroom Stone.

The Ringing Stone – a musical rock on Tiree

Ein großer, runder Fels mit einigen halbrunden Vertiefungen.

A hike on the small island of Tiree takes visitors to the Ringing Stone. Find out why it’s called that and what else there is to see here.

Donaldson’s School – enchanting building in the west of Edinburgh

Donaldson’s School in Edinburgh is reminiscent of Hogwarts – playful, ornate, enchanted. But it was much more important socially.

Gruinard Bay – reddish beach against a mountainous backdrop

Eine Bucht mit einem Sandstrand darin und Bergen dahinter.

Gruinard Bay, on the rugged west coast of the Scottish Highlands, shelters pink sandy beaches with turquoise waters rolling in.

Drum Castle – the secret rooms in the tower

This castle is so old that some of its rooms have been forgotten. However, Drum Castle has recently revealed its secrets.