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Great Britain

Great Britain. I would like to tell you about my favorite country. It’s Great Britain. It’s an English-speaking country and I would like to go to Britain. I would like to visit many beautiful and interesting places. And I would like to tell you about these places now.

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Great Britain

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  1. Great Britain

  2. I would like to tell you about my favorite country. It’s Great Britain. It’s an English-speaking country and I would like to go to Britain.

  3. I would like to visit many beautiful and interesting places. And I would like to tell you about these places now.

  4. The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland V.S.

  5. Great Britain Scotland Wales England V.S.

  6. Scotland • Great Britain is a very beautiful country, but best of all I like Scotland A thistle is a symbol of Scotland

  7. Introducing Scotland • As an old Scots saying has it, ‘guid gear comes in sma’ bouk’ (good things come in small packages). And despite its small size, Scotland certainly has many treasures crammed into its compact territory. There’s something for all tastes. For the history buff, few cities compare with Edinburgh and Glasgow; for the hungry, try haggis if you must but don’t miss the Aberdeen Angus beef or smoked salmon from Dumfries & Galloway or, for the thirsty, the peerless malt whiskies of the Isle of Islay or Oban await. There is wild mountain scenery of the Highlands & Northern Islands and cold, sparkling seas washing against the Outer Hebrides. Wildlife watchers will find otters, eagles, whales and dolphins, while hill walkers have almost 300 Munros to bag.

  8. Fast Facts about Scotland • First Minister Alex Salmond (Scottish National Party) • GDP (per head) GDP (per head) : £16, 332 (2004) • Value of haggis sold for Burns Night £1.2 million • Unemployment 4.8% (2007) • Amount of whisky exported annually 1 billion bottles • Number of seats in Scottish parliament 129 • Area 78, 722 sq km • Inflation 2.5% (2007) • Population 5.1 million • Number of times Scotland has won the football World Cup 0

  9. Welcome to Edinburgh • Welcome to Edinburgh, where the buzz of Scotland's capital city sits in perfect contrast to the peaceful tranquility of the surrounding Lothians region. • Edinburgh has one of the most beautiful cityscapes in the world, making it the ideal city break destination. With Scotland's most famous castle dominating the city skyline, there is plenty to see and do with the perfect balance between all things traditional and contemporary. • Discover world-class museums and galleries, take a tour on an open-top bus or even visit the city's own zoo. From the world famous Festivals to top-class restaurants and bars, not to mention fabulous shopping, you'll be spoilt for choice.

  10. Edinburgh

  11. Balloch Castle • The original Balloch Castle was the historic home of the Earls of Lennox during the early medieval period. These "Lands of Lennox" are now known as Dumbarton district. • Situated nearer the water than the present day castle, it was abandoned around 1390 in favour of stronghold on the island of Inchmurrin which was considered to be more secure against both the spread of disease and attack by hostile forces. • The present Balloch Castle, replacing one that dated from 1238 was designed by English architect, Robert Lugar and constructed in 1808 for John Buchanan of Ardoch, who was a ship banker. Built in the "castle-gothic" style, this listed building was designed firstly as a status symbol and residency and turrets and 'slitted' windows are purely decorative.

  12. Linlithgow • Linlithgow is a Royal Burgh located in the central lowlands of Scotland - about 20 miles from Edinburgh and under an hour from Glasgow by train or car. • It is the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots and the preserved ruins of the Royal Palace can be visited in a picturesque setting next to Linlithgow Loch. • The town has many other attractions and facilities for visitors. • Linlithgow is also a great base from which to explore central Scotland, with excellent road and rail links.

  13. Alnwick Castle • To many people, their first sight of this glorious medieval castle can seem foreboding, and certainly its history lacks nothing in drama and intrigue. Some of you may recognise us as a film location, for everything from Harry Potter to Elizabeth to Becket to Blackadder. • Today Alnwick Castle is very much a living castle, at the heart of thriving estates and businesses; and is still a family home, as it has been for nearly seven hundred years. • There is so much to see and do - history, art, landscape, fun for the children, dining, shopping, exploring - and I hope these pages give you a taste of our 'Windsor of the North'. Do enjoy this virtual visit and we hope you can soon join us in person.

  14. Welcome to Scotland

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