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Dunblane has been an ecclesiastical centre since Celtic times. The diocese created around 1150 by David I was proud of its cathedral, a fine example of 13C Gothic architecture. It was reworked in the 15C, neglected (but not pillaged) after the Reform..

South-west of Crieff, these terraced gardens stretch out from the foot of a tower set high on a rocky eminence. These formal gardens are in the form of St Andrew's Cross, the emblem of Scotland. Visitors can stroll around the lawns, gravel areas, box..

The site is spectacular: perched on a spur overlooking crevasses with rushing burns. Originally known as Castle Gloom, it stands out against the Ochil hills, dominating the valley and town. The estate came to the Campbell family via marriage; the c..

Ardoch Roman Fort, north of the village of Braco, was built during the very short period of Roman occupation, between AD 81 and 90. It was linked by road to another fort located north of Perth. The earthworks on two sides are impressive. Nearby are t..

You can visit two craft workshops and watch pots being made, with hand-painted thistles, heather and Canterbury bells (Buchan's Thistle Pottery) and also see how millefiori glass is made (Perthshire paperweights).

A visit to the crystal factory will give you an insight into the various stages in the production of handmade crystal glassware.

Situated on the banks of the River Turret since 1775, Scotland's oldest distillery still uses traditional methods to produce its famous brew.

This imposing building is now a mixed boarding school. Its construction was financed by a legacy from John McNabb (1732-1802), a local man who made a fortune as a London shipowner. In 1818, William Playfair drew the plans for this Grecian style build..

This 16C castle (turned into apartments) houses a heraldry exhibition in the remembrance room (public library), so named to remind us that Nova Scotia was originally a Scottish colony. Menstrie was the birthplace of the founder of the colony, Sir W..

Sma' Glen is a narrow valley with scree-covered slopes. There is easy access to the banks of the River Almond from the road. At the northern end of the glen is a huge boulder known as Ossian's Stone , said to have marked the grave of an ancient bard..

The peaceful aspect of the garden has been preserved. The Dean's House (1624) contains a museum devoted to the cathedral and the city. Note the exhibits relating to Bishop Leighton, the three Chisholm bishops and a fine collection of communion toke..

Initially known as the Castle of Ruthven, this was where the family of the same name would meet to hunt. In 1582, the Raid of Ruthven , an episode in the struggle between certain noblemen and royalty. The castle was confiscated in the 17C and handed..