There are endless fascinating things to do in Glasgow – from world-class museums to buzzing nightlife, medieval cathedral to quirky street murals, and so on. This city has always been a cultural leader. It was crowned the cultural capital of Europe in 1990, one of the first European cities to have received this honour. So, one of the many things […]
Opened in 1901, this museum holds an extraordinary collection of eight thousand objects from Scottish history to European paintings. Look out for Salvador Dali’s famous painting, Christ of Saint John of the Cross. Also, admire the works of Monet, Gauguin and Renoir, as well as, Scottish Colourists and the Glasgow Boys. Another notable display at
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After discovering the turbulent past of the mighty Edinburgh Castle and admiring a breathtaking view from Calton Hill, make your way to one of the most vibrant and cool neighbourhoods in Edinburgh. Located just a few minutes away from the bustling city centre, Stockbridge is packed with trendy cocktail bars, gastro eateries, cultural delights, independent
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When you think about all the things to do in Glasgow, you probably think of the city’s illustrious industrial heritage, an overwhelming number of innovative museums, diverse architecture and vibrant nightlife. What you may not expect, however, is finding colourful street murals adorning the otherwise neglected walls, narrow alleyways, and empty gable ends around the Glasgow city
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With its towering Gothic buildings, conspicuous spires and turrets, dingy wynds and medieval alleyways, and the riveting past, Edinburgh transports you to the magical world of Hogwarts. Discovering the places that might have inspired the creation of the world’s most beloved wizard, Harry Potter, is one of the best things to do in Edinburgh. It’s
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Located on the coast of the North Sea in Fife, St Andrews is one of the most charming towns in Scotland. This historic town is around 30 miles northeast of Edinburgh, making it a perfect place for a day trip from Edinburgh. St Andrews is famous for its golf heritage, remarkable medieval historic sites, sprawling
Hadrian’s Wall is a UNESCO World Heritage site – a must-visit place while you are in northern England. In AD 122, during the reign of Roman Emperor – Hadrian, the construction started to build this 73-mile long Roman fortification. This coast-to-coast frontier stretched from Wallsend (about 4 miles east of Newcastle) to Bowness-on-Solway, west of
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Haworth, a hidden gem in West Yorkshire, England is most famous for its connection with the Bronte Sisters – three literary genius – Emily, Charlotte and Anne. They spent most of their lives in this village in the 19th century and created timeless classics like Wuthering Heights, Jane Eyre and The Tenant of Wildfell Hall.
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Keswick is a charming market town located in Lake District, northwest of England. Nestled on the north shore of Derwentwater and surrounded by lovely mountains, It is truly a gem of the Lake District – a UNESCO World Heritage site. This lakeside town was a firm favourite with romantic poets, Coleridge and Southey. Keswick offers
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Durham is most famous for its historic cathedral, which is the final resting place of St Cuthbert – the patron saint of North England. In fact, this cathedral city was built when the monks of Lindisfarne and their successors found this place in Dun Holm (means Hill island) in 995 AD, after 200 years of
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