Scotland, an amazing place full of spectacular land forms, unique Bird life, and an ancient and intriguing culture. Scotland is a great place to visit for a view into the past, with its castles and the famous highlands, you can see the breathtaking beauty of it. In this speech we will learn about 1.scotlands past and culture, the 2.colleges in Scotland, and the many 3.sites to see there.
PT 1. According to travel with “iexplore 1999-2013” this all began in Scotland’s medieval period. The kingdom of picts, a tribe who came over seas from England, were the first to colonize in the 6th century. They were ruled by king David the first. From his rule the southern areas of Scotland were learning and retaining the English language, but in the northern part of Scotland many only spoke their native language of Gaelic. He also led the people into a 200 year golden age. Sadly at the end of the 13th century the golden age was at an end, as was king David’s rule, and was to be replaced by the first of many wars with England. The first wars of Scottish independence began in 1296 under the command of William Wallace and Andrew moray, they led the rising in northern Scotland in the summer of 1297 Against occupation by king Edward the first of England, they were successful in regaining control of the area for king john ballio. Many wars have plagued the Scottish people, but they always come back, this is due to their strong cultural beliefs.
The cultural aspects of the Scottish people mostly reside in the highlands, the heart of Scotland. This is the historic home of the clans who fought in the last failed battle for Scottish independence. Each clan has its own tartan, and claimed his decent from a common ancestor. Today only 500 clans are registered. As the Scottish people of old did, many people still wear the kilt, in honor of their nation’s history. The kilt is a national dress for Scotland; it is worn with pride at festivals and special