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While
your in the area to play golf you should not miss the opportunity
to sample some of the reasons that make Scotland so unique
as a tourist destination. We have highlighted some of the
major visitor attractions within reach of the hotels and golf
courses and some of these will be offering exclusive discounts
and offers to Scottish Golf Classics players.
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on Visitor Attraction headings to view more information
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Dirleton
Castle & Gardens
A
romantic castle at the forefront of Scottish history since
the 12th century.The
renowned gardens, added in the 16th century, include arts
and crafts, herbaceous border and Victorian garden.
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Museum
Of Flight
Scotland's
national museum of aviation houses a huge collection of aeroplanes
and rockets in the hangars of a World War II airfield. Come
and learn about the history of flight, from early pioneers
to space explorers.
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Our
Dynamic Earth
Our
Dynamic Earth is one of Edinburgh's "must see" attractions.
It's a fantastic journey of discovery, using dramatic special
effects, stunning imagery and state-of-the-art interactives,
that takes you from the very beginning of time to our unknown
future.
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National
Library of Scotland
One
of Britain's four largest libraries, with an unrivalled collection
on Scottish culture and history. Open to researchers. Various
exhibitions on Scottish themes open to the public.
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Edinburgh
Castle
This
magnificent Castle is Edinburgh's top tourist attraction known
throughout the world. The Castle rock has been inhabited since
800 BC and the great Castle which grew upon it has become
a symbol of Scotland's nationhood.
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Peoples
Story Museum
Situated
in the historic Canongate Tolbooth, this museum tells the
story of the life and work of Edinburgh's people from the
late 18th century to the present day.
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Edinburgh
Dungeon
Indoor
visitor attraction depicting darkest chapters of Scottish
history. Heavy emphasis on interaction, via actors, ride and
tableaux. The attraction blends horror and humour to represent
Scotland's bloody past
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Royal
Botanic Garden
Scotland's
National Botanic Garden displays plant treasures from around
the globe in its seventy exquisitely landscaped acres.
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Palace
Of Holyroodhouse
Her
Majesty the Queen's official residence in Scotland. Holyrood
Abbey, historic apartments, state rooms and Mary Queen of
Scots chambers. Palace gardens open during summer months.
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Scottish
National Gallery Of Modern Art
This
impressive neo-classical building is set in beautiful leafy
grounds, and houses Scotland's finest collection of 20th Century
painting, sculpture and graphic art.
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Kirk
Of Calder
Pre-reformation
church in a rural setting. The fine stained glass windows
have been lovingly restored. The church won an award in 1992
for its restoration. A warm welcome guaranteed.
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Scottish
National Portrait Gallery
Unique
visual history of Scotland, told through the portraits of
those who shaped it, from Mary Queen of Scots and Robert Burns,
through to Sean Connery and Irvine Welsh. Regular exhibitions
and changing displays of photography, from the national collection.
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Lauriston
Castle
16th
Century tower house with 19th century extensions, standing
in tranquil grounds overlooking the Firth of Forth. Rich collections
of furniture and decorative art give a glimpse of Edwardian
life in a Scottish country house.
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Scottish
Parliament Visitor Centre
16th
Century tower house with 19th century extensions, standing
in tranquil grounds overlooking the Firth of Forth. Rich
collections of furniture and decorative art give a glimpse
of Edwardian life in a Scottish country house.
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Lennoxlove
House And Gardens
A
house of great historic interest dating back to before the
14th century. Containing treasures from the Hamilton Palace
collection of portraits,furniture and porcelain.
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Linlithgow
Palace
A
favourite residence of the Stuart Kings, it was the birth
place of Mary Queen of Scots and later housed Cromwell, Bonnie
Prince Charlie and the Duke of Cumberland.
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Writers'
Museum
17th
Century Lady Stair's House is home to the Writers Museum
which tells the story of Edinburgh's famous literary connections;
notably Burns, Scott and Stevenson.
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