Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland, and the third largest city in the United Kingdom by population. Its location on the River Clyde has historically aided the city in becoming a major port city and economy in Scotland and the UK.
This is even more pronounced in modern Glasgow which has become a major business hub. The city’s International Financial Services District (IFSD) is a key player in Scotland’s “Silicon Glen” which takes its name from the USA’s equivalent, Silicon Valley.
As one of the four constituent countries of the United Kingdom, Scotland is a land of heritage and culture. From the rolling lowlands of the border territories to the historic capital of Edinburgh and sprawling metropolis of Glasgow, Scotland goes on into the stunning and breathtaking northern highlands, reaching far into the north where the UK’s mainland ends at John O’Groats.
Scotland Tourism
Visitors to Scotland usually start their journey in the country’s historic capital Edinburgh where they undoubtedly travel up the Royal Mile to visit Edinburgh Castle and get a glimpse of the Scottish Crown Jewels. If history’s not their thing, they might be in town for the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, of course. Scotland’s largest city of Glasgow offers a wealth of museums, restaurants, bars and fun night life for locals and visitors alike to enjoy.
To gain a glimpse of the real Scotland, however, one can’t miss a visit to the highlands and the islands, as well as their many single malt whisky distilleries, or just some peace and quiet on one of the many beautiful islands in the Inner and Outer Hebrides.