Are you thinking of Scotland as your next travel destination? There are great places to see here. And most of those who have toured the country know that it is a very beautiful place with many picturesque locations, and magnificent structures. It is also known for invigorating the creation of popular books, movies, and even TV shows.

If you have Scotland in your future travel plan, here are some places to explore when you visit Scotland.

St Andrews. There are must-see places in St Andrews. A visit to the University of St Andrews, which is the third oldest in the English-speaking world, or visitors can enjoy a game of golf or relax at the coastal resort town. If you want to learn more about history, a visit to St Andrew’s Castle will do the trick. Also, St Andrews Cathedral is a must-see for visitors.

Stirling. This is definitely worth seeing. According to local legend, a wolf howled when the Vikings were about to invade, which alerted the villagers thus saving their homes in the process. This is why the wolf is an honoured animal in the city of Stirling. Another interesting spot is the medieval Scottish town, with an imposing fort. The 12th-century castle and church was the place when King James VI was crowned in 1557.

The Orkney Islands. An archipelago off the north coast of Scotland which has seventy islands, including 20 inhabited ones, the residents of the place dates back to the Romans by several thousands of years and once even part of Norway. It is also home to the oldest Neolithic sites in Europe, the pre-historic Ring of Brodgar, which is a circular stone formation commonly practised in rituals. You may find this familiar if you have seen the movie Outlander. This place was mostly used as a time-travelling stone where Clare and her daughter pass through.