Scotland is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. It is one of four parts of the United Kingdom. It’s capital and cultural center is Edinburgh. The financial and industrial center of country is
Слайд 2 Scotland is one of the most beautiful countries
in the world. It is one of four parts
of the United Kingdom. It’s capital and cultural center is Edinburgh. The financial and industrial center of country is Glasgow. The country is divided into Highlands and Lowlands
Scotland is a very small country. It’s about 78 000 km2. The population: 5 million people. The currency: - British Pounds (£)
Слайд 4 Scotland was an independent kingdom until the 17th
century when it was united with England and Wales
by King James I (son of Mary, Queen of Scots).
Every inch of land in Scotland is connected with a historical or cultural event, and the Scots are very proud of their rich history.
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This country has given the world many talented
writers, painters, musicians and other famous people like: Charles
Mackintosh, Sean Connery, Walter Scott, Arthur Conan Doyle and of course Robert Burns . He was the first person to write songs about the Scottish Highlands and their breathtaking views.
Слайд 6 The highest mountain of the British Isles, Ben