The ex-first minister of Scotland Jack McConnell tried to brand Scotland the 'Best Small Country in the World'. Although this rather patronising slogan has since been shelved, the truth is that McConnell was not far off the mark - Scotland is a fantasic place to visit. It offers something for everyone - here are some our favourite reasons to visit Scotland.
Located in north-western Europe, Scotland is a beautiful country that makes one of the best places to visit for tourists. It has more than 700 islands, most in groups to the west and north. Edinburgh is the capital while Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland.