Scotland voted world's most beautiful country
It was announced yesterday that Scotland has been voted the most beautiful country in the world by readers of Rough Guides.
The guide states, "Who can deny that these wild beaches, deep lochs and craggy castles are some of the most wonderful and beautiful sights in the world?"
Where have you been in Scotland, what were the most spectacular sights you visited and where did you stay? Do you have any places you would recommend people visit? It would be great to hear your recommendations and share any photos you may have.
The picture below is of Brora Beach submitted by Margaret Nelson in our 'Inspire' photograph competition earlier in the year (currently our Facebook cover photo).
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I also have to put New Zealand as number 1, from North island to South island it encompasses rolling hills, volcanoes, desert, rain forests and fiords. We were in awe at the country so returned for a second time.
Scotland is certainly in my book as the No1 UK spot and Slovenia rates No1 in my limited travels of Europe.
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Beauty is subjective and my opinion won't have any bearing on these results, although I happen to agree with them. New Zealand is also superb and perhaps that's why so many Scots emigrated there.
One observation is that beauty is not diminished by midges or rain (perhaps it's even enhanced by the latter!). Scotland has some of the most beautiful landscapes on earth from the tranquility and perfection of many isolated beaches to the grandeur of its peaks.
if a collection of Rough Guiders think it's the most beautiful country, who am I to naysay them?
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Certainly deserves the title, we moved here 35 years ago for a maximum stay of 18 months and just forgot to go back down south.
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I'm delighted that many of you lot prefer New Zealand & other foreign places over Scotland. That should give me more "people free" places to photograph 'oop north' -- not next year tho 'cos I'm taking a break and heading down South West ! I did promise somebody on here I'd go & eddificate them for a change !.
As for Scotland, Rowena -- I must have already mentioned watching the moon rise over the ben, and the reflection of that moon in a very still Loch Naver whilst enjoying a ( very ) late night coffee at Altnahara CaMC site.
Brian A B M
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I'm getting fed up with the club keep promoting Scotland, first the big article on the NC500 and now this....
Can't they mention the atrocious weather, the midges and narrow roads and leave those of us who like that sort of thing in peace.....
Folks, it's much better "over there", cheap sites, cheap diesel, aires, no brits, arrive when you like, leave when you like, don't need to book etc....
Repeat, "over there" is far far better than Scotland.......head south folks....
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The Scottish highlands are beautiful and can stand alongside many a destination. To say the most beautiful is a tad over the top. What with The Canadian Rockies along with NewZealand's Southern Alps and Spain's Picos they too must rate up there for me. But as stated, it's all subjective and high mountains do it for me.
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I spent two weeks walking to Scotland once via the Pennine Way ...and then quickly caught a train south the next day!
Seriously though, there is some stunning scenery but I can't believe it came first in the category of 'Most Beautiful Country In The World.'
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The results are purely subjective - Yes Scotland has stunning scenery and friendly people, combined with Scottish history makes Scotland IMO something really special..
But remember that there is also fantastic scenery in Wales, Ulster and the North of England.
Those who don't like Scotland should stay away and leave the Nation of Scotland to be enjoyed by those of us who appreciate the wonderful outdoor life among gorgeous land and seascapes that touring Scotland makes possible.
K
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"So you actually like that sort of thing undecided make up your mind, you either like it or you don't."
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"That's fine, please continue with your travels south"
Ahh, I can see leaving the
out made it too subtle for some...At least David got it.....
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Well it obviously was not from a poll of CTers!
Even if some of you are underwhelmed by this news story there are plenty of others who are voting with their wallets and coming here to Scotland.
For me there is beauty in every country I have ever visited.
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It always amuses me the reaction to this sort of thing. It is after all only a snapshot and we don't know what question people had to respond to. Having said that I can well understand why the conclusion was reached as Scotland is pretty outstanding and coupled with its history which most other places mentioned lack why are people surprised? But not to worry I am sure somewhere completely different will emerge the next time. Lets face it if Lidl can surpass Waitrose as supermarket of the year anything is possible
David
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I'm not qualified to vote on the whole world and I doubt many people are, BM, but Scotland gets my vote based on my limited experience.
People are, perhaps, thinking only of the Scottish mainland and, while that is truly spectacular, the islands add a whole new dimension to the beauty of the country.
My fear is that Scotland itself may spoil the very things that make it attractive by encouraging so many visitors to the beautiful and peaceful remote areas.
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We do ensure a visit to Scotland each year after our 'overthere' trip. Knowing when and where to visit is half the battle regarding the midges, the other half is guesswork regarding the weather. It is my favourite place in the UK and even more so if it's dry
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make up your mind, you either like it or you don't.
