SCOTLAND IN ZOOM
What do you picture in your mind when you hear the word «Scotland»?
Map of Scotland Area Area: sq. km. Population Population: 5.1 mln. Nationality Nationality: Scots Capital Capital: Edinburgh Islands Islands: about 800 Status Status: a part of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Languages Languages: English (official) and Gaelic
Scottish Flag The national flag of Scotland appeared in 832 A.D. It’s a white cross on the blue ground.It’s associated with St. Andrew, Scottish patron.
Scottish Emblem /Thistle/ The thistle has been the national emblem since it was adopted by King James III, the 15 th century
Clan Clan -a group of some families with the same surname (Mac Donald, Mac Gregory, Mac Duncan) Mac Duncan-a son of Duncan Tartan Every clan has its own Tartan for their costumes Back/Назад
National Instrument Perhaps,it was brought by The Romans.It was a favorite musical instrument of King James I in 16 th century. Bagpipe Back/ Назад
National Instrument Kilt Tweed jacket Sporran Long stockings National Costume Tam-o’-shanter Back/Назад
Nessie Back/Назад
W elcome to the Capital of Scotland. W elcome to the Capital of Scotland. Edinburgh Edinburgh
Balmoral is the royal family’s official residence now
Holyrood Palace.
legends and ancient castles. Edinburgh Castle
The Stone of Destiny It was used when Scottish and later British kings and queens were crowned It is a big grey stone. It is about 700 years old. It’s a symbol of union Scots
Honours of Scotland The Jewels of the Scottish Crown are the most ancient ones in Great Britain, dated XV-XVI. They are the crown, the sword, the scepter.
A unique monument to a dog. A unique monument to a dog This is a statue of a small terrier, Bobby, that stayed at the grave of his master every day for 14 years.
Glasgow
Glasgow. Cathedral of St. Mungo. Xll – XVl centuries.
Glasgow. Central Square.
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