The Scottish heritage (Part I)

Since arriving here in Scotland, plenty of places have been discovered through my 5 senses. So far, Glasgow, Stirling, Edinburgh, Loch Ness, Loch Lochy, Glencoe and Loch Lomond have been explored with traveling mileage reaching 600km conquering part of the east, north and centre Scotland. Although Scotland's weather has been extreme and unpredictable, we thank God that during our planned trips, the weather seems to be friendly to us. Since I'm a nature and historical enthusiast, my main focus is on the nostalgic, historical and nature theme.

The National William Wallace Monument is still standing strongly, reminds me of the Battle of Stirling in which the mighty English cavaliers, footmen, spearmen and archers were humiliated by Wallace and the hungry Scottish seeking for the freedom of Scotland.

Wallace sword

National William Wallace Monument

The Falkirk Wheel is another magnificent masterpiece of modern engineering that connects two ancient canals built on different level, which used to serve Scottish in ancient days.

Falkirk Wheel in Stirling

The ancient buildings along Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle bring my imagination further back to medieval time, where citizens chanted on the name of the ruler as he passed by the Royal Mile.

along Royal Mile

in front of Edinburgh Castle

Scotland is blessed with the large lakes known as Loch surrounded by beautiful view of mountain ranges and pine forests.

part of Loch Ness, where the myth of Nessie stays until today

Urquhart Castle overseeing Loch Ness

Loch Lochy

Loch Lomond

even the geese also were relaxing like us

Of course, not forgetting the first experience showered by snow flakes, and playing with snowballs. Its amazing and awesome.