Highland

Highland encompasses 25,653 square kilometers of land, featuring mountain ranges, deep valleys, numerous lochs, and extensive coastlines along both the Atlantic and North Sea.

The region underwent significant changes during the 19th century when many residents left their traditional crofting lands due to the Highland Clearances.

The area maintains strong connections to Gaelic language with approximately 12,000 speakers and traditional practices including crofting, fishing, and whisky production.

Inverness serves as the administrative center for Highland Council, managing services across the largest local government territory in the United Kingdom.

The region contains Ben Nevis, measuring 1,343 meters in height, which stands as the highest mountain peak in the British Isles.

Location: Scotland

Inception: 1975

Capital city: Inverness

Website: https://highland.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 57.50000,-5.00000

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:14