Perth and Kinross

Perth and Kinross is a council area in central Scotland that spans from fertile lowlands to the Grampian Mountains. The region features rivers, lochs, and peaks rising over 3,900 feet (1,200 meters), creating a varied landscape.

The area was created by combining two historical shires: Perthshire and Kinross-shire, which had operated as separate county councils. The two merged into one administrative region in 1930.

The region splits into two distinct worlds: the lowlands of the south with farming communities and the highlands of the north with mountain settlements, each with its own traditions and way of life. This natural division has shaped how people live and work in completely different ways on either side.

Visitors should expect different conditions depending on which part of the region they explore, as the flat south requires different preparation than the mountainous north. Roads and access vary considerably between these two very different landscapes.

The Tummel-Garry Hydro scheme harnesses the mountain rivers to generate electricity across a wide area. This engineering project shows how water power from the peaks was harnessed for modern use.

Location: Scotland

Inception: April 1, 1996

Capital city: Perth

Part of: North East Scotland

Website: https://pkc.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 56.41667,-3.48333

Latest update: December 14, 2025 19:00