Scotland's Highlands & Islands - Understand Scotland's Highlands & Islands and Survival Guide (PDF Chapter)
This chapter contains the Scotland’s Highlands & Islands Today, History, Highland Culture, Landscapes & Wildlife, Food & Drink, Directory A-Z, Transport, Glossary, and Behind the Scenes chapters from Lonely Planet’s Scotland’s Highlands & Islands guidebook.
All the info you need on everything from history, culture and landscapes to flights, public transport, climate, money, the internet... you name it. Get tips for women travellers, gay and les-bian travellers, travellers with disabilities, and travellers with kids. And get the most out of your conversations with a handy language guide and glossary.
- a rundown on literature, music, sport, dance and all Highland culture
- info on the region’s stunning scenery and spectacular wildlife
- full coverage of Romans, Vikings, Robert the Bruce and all the region’s history
- details on the Highlands & Islands’ famed fresh produce and fine whiskies
Coverage includes: Scotland’s Highlands & Islands Today, History, Highland Culture, Landscapes & Wildlife, Food & Drink, Directory A-Z, Transport and Glossa-ry.
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