Scotland - Kelpies, Unicorns and Hairy Cows (Part 3 of My Retirement Trip)


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December 19th 2022
Published: December 20th 2022
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INTRODUCTION: Scotland has a multi-layered history based in a turbulent past. There are hundreds of castles, fine whiskey, kilts, bagpipes and it is the birthplace of golf. The official animal is the unicorn. The unicorn has a reputation for nobility & purity and most importantly, it is the mortal enemy of the lion, the figurehead of England. Scotland has always had a troubled history with the En... Read Full Entry



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Torridon, Applecross & Eileen Donan Castle Day Trip
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the deer has learned to come to the parking lot for food
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Pass of the Cattle
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a beautiful photo
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the skies change quickly



21st December 2022

What an amazing retirement trip you've had!
I was also in Scotland the end of Aug and early Sep for two weeks. I only had time to visit 30 castles of my ancestors. I appreciate your sharing that history, as did I.

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