スコットランドで訪れるべき最高の場所 - 旅行ビデオ
スコットランドで訪れるべき最高の場所 - 旅行ビデオ
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00:00At first glance, the Scottish landscape is harsh, foreboding fortresses atop hills and
00:21cliffs, the desolate moors.
00:24But spend some time here and you'll quickly realize Scotland has its own unique beauty.
00:30Breathtaking highlands just made for hiking and strolling, craggy coastlines, monuments
00:36that are proud reminders of long-ago battles, and blue lakes just made for fishing.
00:42Scotland is a land of legends and romance, from Robert the Bruce and Macbeth, to lake
00:49monsters and the tragic Mary, Queen of Scots.
00:52Here's a look at the best places to visit in Scotland.
01:05Number 10.
01:07Orkney.
01:09Seventy islands, including 20 that are inhabited, make up the Orkney Islands, an archipelago
01:17off the north coast of Scotland.
01:19It has some of the best-preserved and oldest Neolithic sites in Europe.
01:24The prehistoric Ring of Brodgar, a circle of stone formations used in rituals, is a
01:30must-see.
01:31The islands are a good place to see seals and puffins, as well as a variety of local
01:37art in galleries and museums.
01:39The capital Kirkwall is the largest town in the islands.
01:49Number 9.
02:17Glasgow.
02:21Now the largest city in Scotland, Glasgow dates back to prehistoric times.
02:26The largest seaport in Britain, it was once an important hub for shipbuilding and trade
02:32with North America.
02:33You'll find historic medieval buildings, such as the Glasgow Cathedral and the Old
02:38Antonin Wall, a shopaholic's paradise with more than 1,500 stores to tempt your pocketbook,
02:45and a variety of sporting events.
02:48The city also offers excellent parks and museums, and easy access to the Scottish Highlands
03:55Number 8.
03:56Eilean Donan.
03:59Located at the point where three locks meet, Eilean Donan in Scotland is truly blessed
04:04when it comes to its spectacular setting.
04:06While the original castle is thought to have been built on the small island sometime in
04:10the 13th century, the current romanticized and reimagined reincarnation only dates to
04:16the 20th century.
04:18Although its crumbling grey walls and undistinguished features may not look quite as impressive
04:22as many other castles, it is its gorgeous surroundings that really set it apart.
04:28Having featured in countless films and television shows over the decades, Eilean Donan is certainly
04:33one of the most famous and recognizable castles in the whole of Europe.
04:52Number 7.
05:20St. Andrews.
05:24Although St. Andrews is most well-known for being the location of the third-oldest university
05:29in the English-speaking world, the town is an attraction in itself, with historic sites
05:35dotted throughout its streets.
05:37On the coast, there's the spectacular clifftop ruins of 13th-century St. Andrews Castle,
05:43complete with dungeons and secret passageways.
05:46Elsewhere, there's the now-ruined 12th-century cathedral, the largest church ever built in
05:52Scotland.
06:46Number 6.
07:00Loch Lomond and the Trossachs.
07:04Whether it is the tranquil waters of Loch Lomond or the forest-filled realms of the
07:09Trossachs, this national park is a magical experience just waiting to be discovered.
07:15The lake contains more than 30 islands, including the largest freshwater island in the British
07:20Isles.
07:21In 2002, it was combined with Trossachs, a small woodland glen, to make the Loch Lomond
07:28and Trossachs National Park.
07:30Outdoor activities abound, beginning with fishing, golf, and easy walks and ending with
07:36camping, bicycling, and climbing.
08:06Number 5.
08:08Stirling.
08:12With an impregnable position atop a mighty crag, Stirling's beautifully-preserved medieval
08:17town is a treasure trove of historic buildings and cobbled streets, winding up to the ramparts
08:24of its impressive castle, which offer views for miles around.
08:28Clearly visible is the brooding Wallace Monument, a strange Victorian Gothic creation honoring
08:35the legendary freedom fighter of Braveheart fame.
08:38Nearby is Benwickburn, scene of Robert the Bruce's pivotal triumph over the English in
08:441314.
09:06Number 4.
09:09Glencoe.
09:12One of Scotland's best-known glens, or valleys, Glencoe is stunningly beautiful in its sometimes
09:19harshness.
09:21Located 16 miles south of Fort William, Glencoe is nestled between velvety green hills and
09:26mountains, their tops often wreathed in clouds.
09:30As you travel through this U-shaped valley, be on the lookout for the monument commemorating
09:35the 1692 massacre when government forces ambushed the McDonald's.
09:41Beyond the small village of Glencoe at the western end of the valley, the glen itself
09:46is virtually uninhabited and provides outstanding climbing and walking.
10:01Number 3.
10:12Skye.
10:16Undoubtedly the most renowned of Scotland's innumerable islands, the irresistible Isle
10:21of Skye boasts lots of spectacular scenery, with majestic mountains and phenomenal views
10:27wherever you look.
10:29The largest and most northerly of the Inner Hebrides, it lies just off the west coast
10:34of Scotland and is actually connected to the mainland by a bridge.
10:38As it is often shrouded in mist, its dramatic landscapes look all the more mystical, with
10:43fabulous photos to be had of its craggy peaks, rock formations, and sea stacks.
11:29Number 2.
11:49Edinburgh.
11:59Set in a scenic spot overlooking the sea, Edinburgh is one of the United Kingdom's
12:06most beautiful cities.
12:08Moody and magical in equal measures, its grand Georgian buildings, Gothic churches, and,
12:14of course, Edinburgh Castle sprawl dramatically atop of rocky hills and craggy cliffs.
12:21It is this epic landscape that makes it so fascinating to explore, with the lively Royal
12:26Mile attracting lots of visitors due to its many cafes, shops, and restaurants.
12:33Edinburgh is a city famous for its many festivals, including the Fringe, the world's largest
12:38international arts festival, and the Military Tattoo.
13:28Number 1.
13:51Loch Ness.
13:55Most travelers visit Loch Ness with one thing in mind – they want to see Nessie, the legendary
14:01Lady of the Lake.
14:03You probably won't see the Loch Ness monster, but a cruise on the lake is a fun way to search.
14:09Loch Ness is quite deep, more than 750 feet in some places, offering plenty of hiding
14:16places for Nessie.
14:18It's huge too, holding more fresh water than all the lakes in England and Wales combined.
14:24Take a stroll along the lake or visit the ruins of Urquhart Castle on the western shore.
14:54Number 2.