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Facts and figures about Scotland National Symbol and flag Scotland is in north-west Europe and is part of Great Britain, an island country ( See map ) and the United Kingdom (UK) . Scotland is a mountainous country in the north of the island of Great Britain and shares a land border to the south with England and is bounded by the North Sea on the east and the Atlantic Ocean on the west. Its capital city is Edinburgh. Scotland has some 790 islands - 130 inhabited. Its fresh water lochs (lakes) – there are over 600 square miles of them. It is also famous for its clans, kilts, medieval castles, as well as poetry and songs of Robert Burns. Theatre lovers from around the world come to Edinburgh for its famous theatres festival. Famous Scots include: Walter Scott, Robert Louis Stevenson, Arthur Conan Doyle, David Hume and the actor Sean Connery. Famous musicians of Scotland include Annie Lennox, Wet Wet Wet, Travis and Simple Minds. Edinburgh was the first city in the world which had its own fire-brigade. Country Facts Wales

Ireland Island in the North Atlantic Ocean Ireland ( YRE-lənd; Irish: Éire [ˈeːɾʲə] ( Geopolitically, Ireland is divided between the Republic of Ireland (officially named Ireland), an independent state covering five-sixths of the island, and Northern Ireland, which is part of the United Kingdom. As of 2022, the population of the entire island is just over 7 million, with 5.1 million living in the Republic of Ireland and 1.9 million in Northern Ireland, ranking it the second-most populous island in Europe after Great Britain.[5] The geography of Ireland comprises relatively low-lying mountains surrounding a central plain, with several navigable rivers extending inland. Gaelic Ireland had emerged by the 1st century AD. Irish culture has had a significant influence on other cultures, especially in the field of literature. Etymology The names Ireland and Éire derive from Old Irish Ériu, a goddess in Irish mythology first recorded in the ninth century. History Prehistoric Ireland Gaelicisation Partition

Scotland Facts - Geography, Symbols, Traditions & Trivia Whatever reason you have for tracking down facts about Scotland, you're going to be happy you landed on this page :) From the geography and people of Scotland, to Scottish symbols, famous Scots and unique wildlife - the list is as fascinating and diverse as the country itself. Enjoy! Scotland - Geographical Facts There are some very diverse landscapes crammed into this small country! From gently rolling hills, to heavy industrialized cities, to awe-inspiring mountains and rugged and remote islands. Scotland is the northern section of the United KingdomIt covers an area just over 30,000 sq. miles, which is about 1/3 of the total UK landmassScotlands' population only accounts for about 10% of the UK figure. The Highlands & Islands This region covers about 50% of Scotlands' landmass and has the wildest and most dramatic scenery. The most northern group of Scotlands' Islands are the Shetland Isles, and they are culturally closer to Norway than to Scotland. Scottish Symbols Scottish Trivia

Wales Country in northwest Europe, part of the United Kingdom Wales (Welsh: Cymru [ˈkəmri] ( listen)) is a country that is part of the United Kingdom.[10] It is bordered by England to the east, the Irish Sea to the north and west, and the Bristol Channel to the south. It had a population in 2011 of 3,063,456 and has a total area of 20,779 km2 (8,023 sq mi). At the dawn of the Industrial Revolution, development of the mining and metallurgical industries transformed the country from an agricultural society into an industrial nation; the South Wales Coalfield's exploitation caused a rapid expansion of Wales' population. Although Wales closely shares its political and social history with the rest of Great Britain and, while a majority of the population in most areas speaks English as a first language, the country has retained a distinct cultural identity. Etymology History Prehistoric origins Roman era Post-Roman era Medieval Wales Statue of Owain Glyndŵr (c. 1354 or 1359 – c. 1416) at Cardiff City Hall

66 Interesting Facts About Scotland - The Fact File Last updated on November 14th, 2017 Scotland has diverse and dramatic landscape. Scottish people are vibrant and enthusiastic, well educated, motivated and skilled. With these 66 interesting facts about Scotland, let’s learn about its history, culture, people, traditions, economy, inventions, tourism, and some amazing things. Historical facts #1. #2. #3. #4. #5. #6. #7. #8. #9. #10. Scottish culture and tradition #11. #12. #13. #14. #15. #16. #17. #18. 30th November is the National Day of Scotland, the St Andrew’s Day. #19. #20. #21. #22. #23. #24. Flag of Scotland Scotland facts for Kids #25. #26. #28. #29. Map of Scotland #30. Read: Some interesting facts about France #31. #32. #33. #34. Weird and amazing facts #35. #36. #37. #38. Continue reading on the next page…

Amsterdam Capital and most populous city of the Netherlands Capital city and municipality in North Holland, Netherlands Amsterdam ( AM-stər-dam, AM-stər-DAM,[9][10] Dutch: [ˌɑmstərˈdɑm] ( listen), lit. Amsterdam was founded at the Amstel, that was dammed to control flooding; the city's name derives from the Amstel dam.[16] Originating as a small fishing village in the late 12th century, Amsterdam became one of the most important ports in the world during the Dutch Golden Age of the 17th century, and became the leading centre for the finance and trade sectors.[17] In the 19th and 20th centuries, the city expanded and many new neighborhoods and suburbs were planned and built. The Amsterdam Stock Exchange is considered the oldest "modern" securities market stock exchange in the world. A few of Amsterdam's notable residents throughout its history include: painters Rembrandt and Van Gogh, the diarist Anne Frank, and philosopher Baruch Spinoza. History[edit] Prehistory[edit] Etymology and founding[edit]

Scottish referendum: 50 fascinating facts you should know about Scotland 5. The Hamilton Mausoleum in South Lanarkshire has the longest echo of any man-made structure in the world; a whole 15 seconds. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13.Edinburgh was home to Skye terrier Grey Friar’s Bobby, who captured the hearts of the nation by sitting on the grave of his dead owner for 14 years. 14.Scotland is currently the second largest country in the UK, after England. 15. 16.The motto of Scotland is “Nemo me impune lacessit”, or: "No one provokes me with impunity". 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 32. 33. 34. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39. 40. 41. 42. 43. 44. 45. 46. 47. 48. 49. 50.

Rick Steves' Travel Blog National symbols of Scotland The national symbols of Scotland are flags, icons or cultural expressions that are emblematic, representative or otherwise characteristic of Scotland or Scottish culture. As a rule, these national symbols are cultural icons that have emerged from Scottish folklore and tradition, meaning few have any official status. However, most if not all maintain recognition at a national or international level, and some, such as the Royal Arms of Scotland, have been codified in heraldry, and are established, official and recognised symbols of Scotland. Flags[edit] Heraldry[edit] Anthems[edit] Cultural[edit] Flora and fauna[edit] Food and drink[edit] People[edit] See also the 16 people in the Hall of Heroes at the Wallace Monument in Stirling. See also[edit] References[edit]

Valencia Municipality in Spain Municipality in Valencian Community, Spain Valencia (Spanish: [baˈlenθja]), officially València (Valencian: [vaˈlensia]),[5] is the capital of the autonomous community of Valencia and the third-largest city in Spain after Madrid and Barcelona, surpassing 800,000 inhabitants in the municipality. The wider urban area also comprising the neighbouring municipalities has a population of around 1.6 million.[3][6] Valencia is Spain's third-largest metropolitan area, with a population ranging from 1.7 to 2.5 million[2] depending on how the metropolitan area is defined. The Port of Valencia is the 5th-busiest container port in Europe and the busiest container port on the Mediterranean Sea. Name[edit] Roman cornucopia, symbol of Valentia, found on the floor of a Roman building excavated in the Plaça de la Mare de Déu Geography[edit] Location[edit] Valencia and surroundings as seen by the ESA's Sentinel-2 satellite Climate[edit] History[edit] Roman colony[edit] Middle ages[edit] Falles

Geography of Scotland The geography of Scotland is varied, from rural lowlands to unspoilt uplands, and from large cities to sparsely inhabited islands. Located in Northern Europe, Scotland comprises the northern one third of the island of Great Britain as well as 790 surrounding islands encompassing the major archipelagoes of the Shetland Islands, Orkney Islands and the Inner and Outer Hebrides.[1] Scotland contains the majority of mountainous terrain in the UK. The topography of Scotland is distinguished by the Highland Boundary Fault – a geological rock fracture – which traverses the Scottish mainland from Helensburgh to Stonehaven.[5] The faultline separates two distinctively different physiographic regions; namely the Highlands to the north and west and the Lowlands to the south and east.[6] The more rugged Highland region contains the majority of Scotland's mountainous terrain, including the highest peak, Ben Nevis. Geology and geomorphology[edit] Physical geography[edit] Extreme points[edit] Islands[edit]

Seville Municipality in Andalusia, Spain Seville (; Spanish: Sevilla [seˈβiʎa] ( listen)) is the capital and largest city of the Spanish autonomous community of Andalusia and the province of Seville. It is situated on the lower reaches of the River Guadalquivir, in the southwest of the Iberian Peninsula. Seville has a municipal population of about 690,000 as of 2016[update], and a metropolitan population of about 1.5 million, making it the largest city in Andalusia, the fourth-largest city in Spain and the 30th most populous municipality in the European Union. The 20th century in Seville saw the tribulations of the Spanish Civil War, decisive cultural milestones such as the Ibero-American Exposition of 1929 and Expo '92, and the city's election as the capital of the Autonomous Community of Andalusia. Name[edit] Etymology[edit] Hisbaal is the oldest name for Seville. The city is sometimes referred to as the "Pearl of Andalusia". Motto[edit] History[edit] Seville is approximately 2,200 years old.

Barcelona City in Catalonia, Spain City and municipality in Catalonia, Spain Founded as a Roman city, in the Middle Ages Barcelona became the capital of the County of Barcelona. After joining with the Kingdom of Aragon to form the confederation of the Crown of Aragon, Barcelona, which continued to be the capital of the Principality of Catalonia, became the most important city in the Crown of Aragon and the main economic and administrative centre of the Crown, only to be overtaken by Valencia, wrested from Arab domination by the Catalans, shortly before the dynastic union between the Crown of Castile and the Crown of Aragon in 1492. Barcelona has a rich cultural heritage and is today an important cultural centre and a major tourist destination. Particularly renowned are the architectural works of Antoni Gaudí and Lluís Domènech i Montaner, which have been designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Names History Pre-history Roman Barcelona Medieval Barcelona Barcelona under the Spanish monarchy Geography Tram

Zaragoza Place in Aragon, Spain On 1 January 2019 the population of the city of Zaragoza was 706,904,[5] within its administrative limits on a land area of 1,062.64 square kilometres (410.29 square miles), ranking fifth in Spain. It is the 32nd most populous municipality in the European Union. The population of the metropolitan area was estimated in 2006 at 783,763 inhabitants. The municipality is home to more than 50 percent of the Aragonese population. The city lies at an elevation of 199 metres (653 feet) above sea level. Zaragoza hosted Expo 2008 in the summer of 2008, a world's fair on water and sustainable development. The city is famous for its folklore, local gastronomy, and landmarks such as the Basílica del Pilar, La Seo Cathedral and the Aljafería Palace. Etymology[edit] The Romans called the ancient city Caesaraugusta, from which the present name derives. History[edit] Roman Caesaraugusta[edit] Taifa of Zaragoza[edit] Aragonese era[edit] Modern history[edit] Demographics[edit] Climate[edit]