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Stephen, Head of Learning & Programmes
National Museums Scotland
"This was the most memorable meal I've ever had, coming after a 10 hour walk with a group of mates up the stunning 'Beinn Àilleagan' in Torridon on the hottest day of the year. Coming off the mountain we sped to a seaside pub in Sheildaig where the much needed carbohydrates were washed down with ice cold lager."
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Ali, Learning & Programmes Officer
National Museums Scotland
"Scotland has so much to offer in terms of great fresh local food - seafood, meat, fruit, veg...and cheese! We should support local farmers, patronise restaurants that use Scottish produce and make the most of what is around us. I especially love smooshing up fresh raspberries to have in my morning porridge! ."
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Ross, Library & Information Assistant
National Museums Scotland
"Bennachie‘s range of hills evokes a real sentimental attachment for me. I have climbed up to the top of the Mither tap peak on bright sunny days and snowy winter ones from a very young age. I always look out for the familiar friend when around the Donside area of Aberdeenshire."
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Ines, Assistat Librarian
National Museums Scotland
"Scottish nature is a wonderful provider of beauty for the eyes and the soul. I love walking in nature and Scotland offers amazing opportunities to do so nearly anywhere you are (unfortunately, not at all times)."
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Jenni, Visitor Studies Officer
National Museums Scotland
"As a keen photographer, all the beautiful landscapes in Scotland, both in the countryside and within the city, offer endless inspirational opportunities. I walk past the Meadows against the backdrop of Arthur’s Seat every day on my way to work, and have photographed it in all kinds of weather and seasons.”
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Sarah, Assistant Librarian
National Museums Scotland
"The East Neuk - part of the 'fringe of gold' - the beaches, the pan-tiled, crow-stepped fishing villages, the wide open skies, the Isle of May, the poppies, the light, the peace."
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Fiona, Learning & Programmes Administrator
National Museums Scotland
"Tartan has been present in my wardrobe since I was very young. As a Highland Dancer, I adorned my kilt on a regular basis heading out to competitions, where the varying colours of tartans you can see are amazing. I like new, brightly coloured tartans just as much as the old traditional tartans, and love to see people wearing tartan with pride, whether they are Scottish or from elsewhere. When I got married, we bought my English husband a kilt in the Ancient Ferguson tartan, so that he can wear my family tartan, while I took his name. There is nothing I like more than seeing a crowd of people wearing kilts (particularly when the skirl of the bagpipes can be heard!)"
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Elaine, Digital Media Content Manager
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''Scotland is mysterious and pagan and raw and beautiful and weatherbeaten and cold and old – and so are the Stones of Stenness in Orkney. The day we went there, it was pouring with rain and the wind was so fierce it nearly blew the car door off, but the sun came out to take this picture. It was an awesome and inspiring visit, so I’m submitting this picture as an example of what inspires me about Scotland. '
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The mountains of Scotland will inspire anyone with a heart and soul. The Cobbler is one of the most famous mountains and has thousands of visitors each year - and it's not difficult to see why.
If I can climb it so can you... probably. Give it a go, you won't regret it.
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Sally, Director of Public Programmes
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"Glen Coe takes my breath away."
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"I have spent two summers and four winters working on the Isle of Iona in the Inner Hebrides, and I find everything about it inspiring - the dramatic skies and gorgeous sunsets, its history and spirituality, swimming in the sea in summer and walking bent against the gale force winds in winter, the people I have met working there from all over the world... It truly is a very special place."
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A natural rock formation in the Galloway hills. Wild Scotland at it's very best.
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Since moving back to Scotland in July 09, Portobello beach has become a special place. Come rain or shine it's always a pleasure to take a walk along and the combination of amusements, fish and chips, bustling pubs and a very cool cafe give it both a retro and contemporary feel.
This photo from the end of the summer captures a perfect evening for a dog walk.
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This is the new wing of the museum on Chamber street, that I came to as a child to see the exhibits, the fish and to watch films. I met Moira Shearer here, a hero of mine at the time (The Red Shoes ballerina). I was inspired by my parents' friend, Ian Bunyan (who worked at the museum until he died in the 90's) who showed my brother and I films that he made from his travels before tourism was invited. I remember seeing films of Komodo dragons in Indonesia. I learnt to take and develop calotype photographs at a workshop run from the basement and used an ancient camera from the collection, and exposed my prints on the front steps. I used the museum for inspiration throughout my college years and was so proud when they bought my hatpin that received a special commendation in the Platinum awards. They later bought my first hat made in 1989 and even later I donated my first shoes in memory of Ian Bunyan. And now as a mother, it is the place that I take my kids when I come home. So when I saw this opportunity to show what inspires me about Scotland, the museum is my choice.
Thank you for this opportunity to express my ties with this place. I love the exhibition, by the way.
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The start of the Salmon season. The tranquil days, and the beauty of a place I have spent so many years. Spectacular anytime of year!
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Emma, Learning & Programmes Manager
National Museums Scotland
"This train journey always lifts the spirits - the last lap before Edinburgh – north of Berwick a glimpse of the grey north sea parallel to the train, then turning inland across rolling countryside through East Lothian – Ayton castle, the breakers and beach at Dunbar, the white Bass Rock, tankers in the Firth of Forth and then Arthur’s Seat - landmarks all the way - love it! "
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Just like it says in the description.
Edit: The description says "Just when you think you've seen it all - another combination of light and colour presents itself."
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The beaches in Gullane in East Lothian are amongst the cleanest beaches in the UK and have wonderfull rock formations and lovely sand.
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The immense engineering projects throughout the country, the Bridge in particular; Immense in size, but also intimate in the attention to detail of the structure.
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Spiritual blue, white and cyan, waves from 3 directions, eternal rocks: an inspiring history of prayer and struggle set in perspective by the fierce beauty around us.
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The rich history.
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The land and the sky.
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The history in the landscape.
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I love the Islands of Scotland with its culture, language and music. A place where you can get great company, superb views and peace away from the rest of the world.
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We took the ski-lift up the Pentlands with the kids, walked a short while and sat on the hills eating our chocolate rations. A lovely clear November day, took in the familiar but never tiresome Edinburgh vista, and were lucky enough to see these paragliders. Tooks a few pictures, which now make an excellent screen-saver and inspires me to get out on the hills even more.
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Claire, Learning & Programmes Officer
National Museums Scotland
“There are lots of inspiring places in Scotland, but it’s who I’m with that matters most. I’ve made loads of friends since moving to Scotland, many Scots of course, but also plenty of ‘incomers’ like me – from England to South Africa!”
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RACKWICK
Let no tongue idly whisper here
Between those strong red cliffs,
Under that great mild sky
Lies Orkney's last enchantment,
The hidden valley of light
Sweetness from the clouds pouring
Songs from the surging sea
Fenceless fields,
Fishermen with ploughs and old heroes
Endlessly sleeping
in Rackwick's compassionate hills.
(a poem by George Mackay Brown)
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What inspires me about Scotland is how people make a living from the land and at the same time enhance the tourist experience.
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The great breadth and depth of Scottish History, Culture, Architecture and Geology. A people of warmth and humour. The changeable weather; the scudding of clouds quickly over the blue skies. (If the sky is not blue it will be soon...maybe tomorrow.) Wide open fields a stone's throw from the cities; of stunning and dramatic scenery. The ability to find peace and sweet fresh air...and that perfect moment.
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Alastair, Electronic Services Development Officer
National Museums Scotland
"I enjoy visiting Scottish isles because of the community spirit, and the sense of peacefulness, away from the hustle and bustle of city life. And I like boats :-)"
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Susie & Evie
Edinburgh
"We chose skiing at Hillend with my daughter's Primary School as we think it is a marvellous opportunity to learn a great sport that Scots people love."
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Esther, Facilitator
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"Fantastic artwork & open artists studios."
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Anita, Digital Media Content Creator
National Museums Scotland
"It's the water of life."
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Ewa, Jamie &Neil
Carnoustie
"Sea shells, beach, sun, ice-cream."
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Christopher
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"Well, up north is peaceful+calm! Mainly the landscape."
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Aryan
Edinburgh
"Steps of Style (SOS) on the 13th of December. It is a breakdancing competition for the young dancers, at Stewart Melville College."
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Cora
Edinburgh
"Plenty of great outdoor places to visit."
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Marianne & Lotte
Edinburgh & Denmark
"Too much to choose from!"
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Ossian
Edinburgh
"Because of the monster."
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Athol, Ross & Owen
Newcraighall
"Good place for hide and seek."
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Jeffrey
Newcraighall
"Ancient forests, breathtaking scenery, tranquility."
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Gareth
Buckhaven
"Tis one of the few places in the world you get four seasons in the one day.Winter (dress for summer), Summer (expect rain). Truly auspicious. A true Scotsperson is very weather tolerant. Truly inspirational. We are all, after all, waterproof."
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Helen, Sandy, Angelina-Louise & Zara-Leigh
Edinburgh
"All the things that we enjoy and also part of history."
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Claudia, Stephanie & Lisa
University of York (Exchange students from Germany)
"Because it looks cute :)"
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Margaret
Edinburgh
"It stirs my soul."
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Godwin
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"Scotland is a nation with a rich cultural heritage. A lovely people blessed with a naturally beautiful landscape and scenes."
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John & Eleanor
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"Cause I'm a Douglas." (John)
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Joe
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"The Scottish music inspires me to do great things."
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Rebecca
Dunfermline
"It's pretty - makes Scotland and without it Scotland wouldn't be Scotland."
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Susan, Grace, Katie & Helen
Girlguiding Norfolk
"Good food goes with good fun + friends! Shortbread is sweet and indulgent + leaves you wanting more!! Just like Scotland - och aye the noo! :)"
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John, Visitor Services Assistant
National Museums Scotland
"Known for its art and oral history throughout the world."
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John
Fife
"Because people are all that matter."
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Cassie
Perth, Western Australia
"In Australia all of the buildings are so new they have no story, no history. I love that in Scotland you can visit a place and learn of its stories and the people that have visited/ seen the same things as you hundreds of years ago."
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Isobel, Ronald & Kath
Stewarton, Ayrshire
"Love of the hills and hillwalking. Sense of involvement with natural environment."
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Janet
Durham
"Because it is buttery and delicious, it comforts you and is traditional."
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Omar
University of Durham
"Reminds me that the world is big and I am small."
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Elizabeth
University of Baltimore
"No matter where you go around the world, you will always be able to try something unique and delicious!"
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Kat
Heineken
"Because it does not matter where you are, it is with whom you are so local people is major factor in liking the country."
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Lizzy, Museum Intern
National Museums Scotland
"Reminds me of the city and where I live. It is very individual & I haven't encountered it elsewhere."
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