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Scotland
Questions related to the country of Scotland, which is located at the northern end of the island of Great Britain. The island lies close to the Atlantic coast of Europe. Scotland together with Northern Ireland, England and Wales comprises the nation called The United Kingdom
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Scotland is part of the United Kingdom and is led by the First Minister, who is currently Nicola Sturgeon. The UK Parliament in London retains certain powers over Scotland, while the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh has devolved powers on matters such as education, health, and justice.
What is scotlands patron saint?
Scotland's patron saint is Saint Andrew. He is celebrated on November 30th in Scotland.
Name all of the states in Scotland?
There are no states in Scotland. Scotland, like the rest of the United Kingdom is divided into counties. For more information see the related link and the related question under Question tools to the left.
How far Scotland to Birmingham UK?
It depends on where in Scotland you are travelling from. From Glasgow or Edinburgh it's about 300 miles.
How many people does the eurotunnel carry?
Eurotunnel Shuttles carry vehicles and their passengers and not foot passengers so it depends on the number and type of vehicle on each train. There is no definitive answer to this question.
Where do thistles grow in Scotland?
Thistles can be found growing throughout Scotland, particularly in grasslands, meadows, and on the edges of woodlands. They are a common sight in the Scottish countryside and are also often seen in gardens and urban areas.
Ronnie Corbett is his home in Scotland?
Ronnie Corbett was born and brought up in Edinburgh and would sometimes refer to Arbroath when he was on television. However, as far as I am aware, he has lived in the London area throughout his professional career.
In what year was Scotland founded by England?
Scotland was not founded by England!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Scotland was a country in itself, it still is a country. Only now it is in a "union" with England, meaning they are supposedly equal partners (this now includes Wales and Northern Ireland). However, England did obviously try to take over Scotland many times and eventually forced through the Act of Union in 1707.
But Scotland is a country and has been for many many hundreds of years, a long time before England and Scotland joined and made Britain. Scotland is a country. On its own. Just as much as England is a country, or France is a country, or Italy is a country, to name some random examples. Scotland was NOT founded by England!!
At what sport did Scotland become world champions in 2005?
Elephant Polo.
In December 2005 The Duke of Argyll captained his team, Chivas Regal Scotland, to win the World Elephant Polo Championships for the second year running.
Scotland was not "discovered" in the same way as uncharted lands; rather, it has been inhabited for thousands of years. The area now known as Scotland has a long history of human settlement, with evidence of human activity dating back to the Paleolithic era around 12,000 years ago. The origins of the Scottish people are complex and involve various waves of migration and settlement over the centuries.
What year did Scotland get its own Parliament?
The legislation for Scotland to hold its own parliament was included in the 1998 Scotland Act and the first meeting of the Scottish Parliament took place on 12 May 1999.
No, Scotland is not considered a Less Economically Developed Country (LEDC). Scotland is a part of the United Kingdom and is classified as a Developed Country. It has a relatively high standard of living and a diversified economy.
What is the most commonly spoken language in Scotland?
The official language of Scotland is English. Scottish Gaelic is spoken by some people in the Western Isles and Scots has now been recognised as a language, although in reality it is a dialect of English.
When was the Scottish highland dance first used?
Scottish Highland dance has been a part of Scottish culture for centuries. Its origins can be traced back to the Scottish Highlands where it was used to celebrate occasions like weddings, victories in battle, and other important events in Scottish history. The dance dates back to at least the 11th century.
What country is closest to Scotland?
Scotland has a land border with just one other country, which is England. The Province of Northern Ireland is a short distance across the Irish sea. A little further away are the Republic of Ireland and Wales, further away still, to the north and north east are Iceland and Norway. To the east of Scotland lie the Benelux countries, and Denmark.
No, Lassie is not Irish. Lassie is a fictional character in a television series and movies, known for being a heroic and loyal Collie dog.
Who declares Scotland free and Malcolm king?
Macbeth kills Duncan, the King of Scotland, to take the throne. Malcolm, Duncan's son, eventually defeats Macbeth and becomes the rightful king, declaring Scotland free from Macbeth's tyrannical rule.
The Falkirk Wheel was opened in 2000 so in 2009 it was nine years old.
What is the caoital of Scotland?
The capital of Scotland is Edinburgh. It is known for its historic architecture, including Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile.
What is a grandfather called in Scotland?
I have lived in Scotland for many years and in my opinion the most common word for grandmother is "granny".
no, at least i don't think so because the north of Scotland was never conquered by the Romans and whenever the English tried to conquer Scotland we definitely would rebel and sometimes take it back. as i said i don't really know this is just something i have an idea about.
When did Edinbourogh become the capital of Scotland?
Edinburgh has been the capital of Scotland since the year 1437 AD.
