Scotland

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Yes, Scotland was known as Caledonia in ancient times. The name Caledonia was used by the Romans to refer to the northern part of Britain, roughly corresponding to modern-day Scotland.

There are over 30,000 lochs in Scotland, and many of them offer fishing opportunities. Some popular lochs for fishing include Loch Lomond, Loch Ness, and Loch Awe. Each loch may have different fishing regulations and permits required, so it's important to check before fishing.

Scotland's population size is influenced by a variety of factors including historical migrations, birth rates, and internal migration patterns. Factors such as economic opportunities, social welfare systems, and quality of life may also play a role in attracting individuals to live in Scotland. Additionally, the country's geographical location and cultural heritage could contribute to its population size.

Scotland became a 'country' in the 9th century. But it's present border with England did not take shape until the early 13th century. Scotland wasn't even known as 'Scotland' until the 11th century. It was known as Alba before that.

Under the Act of Union in 1707, Scotland gave up its independence as a separate sovereign nation by agreeing to merge with England to form the Kingdom of Great Britain. This meant sharing a single Parliament and monarchy with England, as well as accepting English sovereignty.

No, the two banks are separate organisations.

To try and distinguish themselves in recent years Bank of Scotland have started to refer to themselves as Halifax Bank of Scotland and the Royal Bank of Scotland often refer to themselves as simply RBS.

The Bank of Scotland was founded in 1695 and is the oldest surviving bank in the United Kingdom.

The Royal Bank of Scotland was founded in 1721 and is currently the 7th largest bank in the world.

Scotland, Wales, and England are all located on the island of Great Britain, which is part of the British Isles. The British Isles are a group of islands located off the northwest coast of Europe, which include Great Britain (England, Scotland, and Wales) and the island of Ireland. The island of Great Britain is separated from the island of Ireland by the Irish Sea.

in the 1930s i spent all my summers in chance inn at my grandfathers cottage rose cottage half way up the main street on the left. also my great aunt maggie occupied the cottage at the f irst itersection in the village.,with the mailbox in the wall.

at the head of the village tom bruuse ran a small farm , with a few cows and one clysdale horse. the horse and the cows by themselves would go up the dura den road to the old quarry and come back at 4 pm for milking.

across the street lived harry cook a transplanted englishman and across from rose cottage a family called paterson whose daughter was unable to talk but played the large harp, and we would hang out together.my gand father and i would in the mornings go down the main road passed the main intersection and get fresh spring water and on the way back guddle a few trout from the burn, for breakfaat.

i also have the legend of how chance inn got its name .if anyone is interested

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The first known kilts were worn by the Highland Scots in Scotland. The traditional kilt as we know it today originated in the 16th century.

England and Scotland share a border that spans approximately 96 miles (154 km), so the distance between them in meters would be around 154,000 meters.

No, Wolverhampton is a city located in England, not Scotland.

To have a speeding fine quashed in Scotland, you may consider challenging the evidence presented against you or proving that the fine was issued incorrectly. You can seek legal advice and representation to navigate the legal process effectively. It's essential to gather all relevant documents and evidence to support your case in court.

Scotland's first commercial gold mine is Cononish, and it is near Tyndrum.

Whiskey is the brown fiery liquid made in Scotland. It is a type of distilled alcoholic beverage typically made from malted barley and aged in oak barrels.

The cloth that Scottish people wear for their kilts is called tartan. It is a patterned woolen fabric with colorful stripes and checks that is traditionally associated with Scottish culture and kilts.

The capital of Scotland is named Edinburgh.

Bagpipes are usually associated with Scotland. They have a long history in Scottish culture and are often played at events like weddings, funerals, and military ceremonies.

To fly to Scotland, you will typically need a valid passport, visa (if required based on your nationality), and a plane ticket. Make sure to check the specific travel requirements and restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic in place at the time of your trip.

Traditionally, kilts are worn with the pleats at the back. This is important because the apron, or front panel, should be smooth and flat when worn. The pleats at the back provide room for movement and comfort while also adding to the overall style of the garment.

Scottish immigrants faced challenges such as adapting to a new land and way of life, discrimination based on their nationality, struggle to find employment, and maintaining their cultural heritage while assimilating into American society. They also faced language barriers, isolation from family and friends back home, and issues related to religious differences.

Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland and it is the second largest city. The largest city in Scotland is Glasgow.

There is no such wall. It is popular to believe that this was the role of Hadrian's Wall however the reason for its construction is unclear. It was built by Romans and could have been used to control immigration.

The battle of Culloden was in 1746, after the union of the crowns in 1603, so the king was the king of the UK, not just England, and the Jacobites wanted to gain the crown of the UK not just Scotland.

The king at the time was George II.

Scotland is situated on a stable tectonic plate, far from any plate boundaries where volcanic or seismic activity typically occurs. The lack of volcanic activity means there are no active volcanoes in Scotland. While Scotland does experience occasional minor earthquakes, they are usually of low magnitude due to the area's stable geological conditions.