Iona Abbey – Contributing to the Spread of Christianity

The small island of Iona, situated in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland, is well known for its natural beauty and tranquility. The island is regarded as having a significant place in the history of Christianity in Scotland and the fascinating buildings of Iona Abbey stand as testimony to a less than peaceful past.

The Remarkable Burns National Heritage Park

The Burns National Heritage Park is dedicated to Scotland’s best-loved poet, Robert Burns. His work, which has been translated into hundreds of languages, has appeal that transcends cultural, national and language barriers and has stood the test of time.

Scotland’s 4th Glasgow Film Festival

The fourth edition of the Glasgow Film Festival is set to take place between 14 and 24 February 2008 in the beautiful city of Glasgow, Scotland. It has long been recognized that the uniting power of films transcends all race and language barriers as audiences respond to the raw emotions and insight that are encountered in real life drama, or the thrill of high action escapist entertainment. The Glasgow Film Festival aims to present a program that covers films, film stars and film-makers right from the era of silent cinema through to the latest films from renowned studios.

Scottish Snowdrop Festival 2008

The name is quite deceiving to those who are not familiar with Scotland or the Scottish Snowdrop Festival. It is a flower festival, set amidst magical winter scenes and breathtaking snow covered gardens. A Scottish Snowdrop is a tiny white flower that blooms in the beginning of each year and were brought to Scotland by soldiers who fought in the Crimean War and who planted them in their gardens. Today, these petite flowers adorn the forests, the shores along the rivers and immaculately manicured gardens and parks.

A Delightful Day at the Scottish Seabird Centre

In most countries, wildlife reserves and centers are their biggest attractions and in Scotland, the Scottish Seabird Centre is one of those memorable attractions. Located on a beautiful site that has a panoramic view of the restless oceans and beaches below, visitors are able to learn about and see some of the birds of the seas that are not often viewed by the public. The Scottish Seabird Centre is a jewel in regard to seabird conservation and raising awareness of oceans and all their living creatures.

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