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Scottish locations for Instagram photography

Scotland combines varied landscapes and landmarks for Instagram photography. The locations include cliffs, castles, mountains, lakes and historical structures. These sites offer multiple photo opportunities in different lighting conditions and seasons.

Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh, Scotland

The 12th-century fortress stands on volcanic rock and houses the Scottish Crown Jewels and Stone of Destiny.

Loch Ness
Loch Ness

Highland, Scotland

The 23-mile freshwater lake contains more water than all English and Welsh lakes combined.

Glencoe
Glencoe

Argyll and Bute, Scotland

The valley was shaped by glaciers and features steep mountain slopes with waterfalls and alpine vegetation.

Stirling Castle
Stirling Castle

Stirling, Scotland

The 15th-century castle served as residence for Scottish royalty and hosted several coronation ceremonies.

Calton Hill
Calton Hill

Edinburgh, Scotland

The hill with historical monuments offers a 360-degree view of the city and the Firth of Forth.

Isle of Skye
Isle of Skye

Highland, Scotland

The island features rock formations, waterfalls, old castles and traditional villages with thatched houses.

Eilean Donan Castle
Eilean Donan Castle

Highland, Scotland

The 13th-century stone fortress stands on a small island, connected by a stone bridge.

Arthur's Seat
Arthur's Seat

Edinburgh, Scotland

The 251-meter volcanic peak offers hiking trails and views of the city, harbor and sea.

The Kelpies
The Kelpies

Falkirk, Scotland

Two 30-meter steel horse sculptures stand at the Forth and Clyde Canal, representing Scotland's industrial heritage.

Fairy Pools
Fairy Pools

Highland, Scotland

A series of natural water basins with turquoise water, fed by the River Brittle at the foot of the Cuillin Mountains.

Dunnottar Castle
Dunnottar Castle

Aberdeenshire, Scotland

Medieval fortress ruins from the 15th century on an isolated rock formation, 50 meters above the North Sea level.

Royal Mile
Royal Mile

Edinburgh, Scotland

Main street of Edinburgh's Old Town, stretching 1.6 kilometers from Edinburgh Castle to Holyrood Palace.

Glenfinnan Viaduct
Glenfinnan Viaduct

Highland, Scotland

The 380-meter railway bridge from 1901 crosses Glenfinnan Valley and gained international recognition through its appearance in Harry Potter films.

St. Andrews Cathedral
St. Andrews Cathedral

Fife, Scotland

The medieval cathedral was built in the 12th century and was once Scotland's largest church. Its stone walls remain standing today.

Kilchurn Castle
Kilchurn Castle

Argyll and Bute, Scotland

The 15th-century castle sits on a rocky peninsula at the northern end of Loch Awe, reflecting in the water.

Neist Point Lighthouse
Neist Point Lighthouse

Highland, Scotland

The lighthouse built in 1909 stands on a cliff on the western coast of Isle of Skye and offers views of the Atlantic.

Dean Village
Dean Village

Edinburgh, Scotland

Historic district from the 12th century with water mills along the Water of Leith river and medieval architecture.

Cairngorms National Park
Cairngorms National Park

Highland, Scotland

Largest national park in Great Britain with mountain peaks, forests, lakes and hiking trails for different difficulty levels.

Finnich Glen
Finnich Glen

Stirlingshire, Scotland

Red sandstone gorge with 70-foot deep walls, green moss and a narrow stone path at the bottom.

Smoo Cave
Smoo Cave

Highland, Scotland

Limestone cave with three chambers, a 20-meter high entrance and an underground waterfall mixing fresh and sea water.

Luskentyre Beach
Luskentyre Beach

Harris, Outer Hebrides, Scotland

A beach with white sand and light blue water, surrounded by green hills of the Hebrides.

Culross
Culross

Fife, Scotland

A 17th century village with cobblestone streets, stone houses and an old market cross in the center.

Sandwood Bay
Sandwood Bay

Sutherland, Highland, Scotland

A beach with sand dunes and a 60-meter tall rock in the sea, accessible only via a 6 km hiking trail.

Bow Fiddle Rock
Bow Fiddle Rock

Portknockie, Moray, Scotland

A natural quartzite rock formation known for its shape resembling a fiddle bow rising from the sea.

Clava Cairns
Clava Cairns

Inverness, Highland, Scotland

Bronze Age burial site with circular stone arrangements and three large cairns dating from around 2000 BCE.

Tantallon Castle
Tantallon Castle

East Lothian, Scotland

Stone fortress from the 14th century with red sandstone walls rising above the sea.

Buachaille Etive Mor
Buachaille Etive Mor

Highland, Scotland

Mountain reaching 1022 meters, marked by a pyramidal silhouette against the sky.

Tron Kirk Market
Tron Kirk Market

Edinburgh, Scotland

Former 17th-century church building now housing local vendors and craft makers.

Hailes Castle
Hailes Castle

East Lothian, Scotland

The 13th century fortification stands on the banks of River Tyne. The stone walls and defensive towers display medieval architecture.

Ben A'an
Ben A'an

Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, Scotland

The 454-meter summit provides views of lakes and mountains. The ascent passes through pine forest and rock formations.

The Hermitage
The Hermitage

Dunkeld, Perthshire, Scotland

A forest area with Black Linn waterfall and Ossian's Hall viewing point. The path leads through old Douglas fir trees.

Pittenweem
Pittenweem

Fife, Scotland

A fishing harbor with daily fresh catch. 17th century stone buildings line the waterfront with traditional fishermen's cottages.

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