Scottish Borders, A region in Scotland.
The Scottish Borders is a council area bordering England, characterized by hilly scenery and historic buildings.
It remains an important region steeped in history from the ancient Romans to the Scottish Independence wars.
Known for the Common Ridings, which recall history from the 13th and 14th centuries, where townspeople would ride the boundaries of their common land.
The region is well serviced by transport links with several railway tracks and major roads traversing it.
It is known for Melrose Abbey, one of the most historically significant architectural structures in Scotland.
Location: Scotland
Inception: 1975
Capital city: Newtown St Boswells
Population: 115510
Website: scotborders.gov.uk
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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