Step Back in Time at Barkerville, British Columbia
Stepping Back in Time at Barkerville, British Columbia
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Canoeing Big Salmon River: Yukon’s Most Beautiful Tributary
canoeing the Big Salmon River
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Clach na h-Airm: The Hidden Gathering Stone of Strathnairn
Quick Facts Our Hunt for Clach na h-Airm: A Hidden Stone in the Forest On a quiet evening in Strathnairn, my brother, Campbell and I set off on what turned out to be our hardest standing stone hunt yet. We’d parked near the Mains of Gask after visiting the nearby stone circle, thinking Clach na …
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Burghead Well in Scotland: Mystery of the Ancient Underground Pool
Hidden beneath Burghead’s ancient Pictish fort lies a mysterious underground chamber. Known as Burghead Well, this rock-cut pool has puzzled historians for centuries. Was it a ritual site, a Christian baptistry, or simply a water source? Explore the facts behind one of Scotland’s most intriguing ancient structures.
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Our Visit to St Vigeans Museum and the ‘Nessie Stone’ Surprise!
Discover St Vigeans Museum near Arbroath, home to 38 elaborate Pictish stones, rare ogham inscriptions, and Scotland’s first ‘Flintstone-style’ carving of the Loch Ness Monster – the mysterious Nessie Stone.
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Where to See Dolphins in Scotland: Your Complete Guide to Chanonry Point
Discover where to see wild dolphins up close in Scotland with our complete guide to Chanonry Point. Learn the best times to visit, what to expect, and why this Black Isle location offers some of the closest shore-based dolphin encounters in the UK.
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Scotland’s Forgotten Centre Stone and Its Strange Legends
Part of the Cairngorms Story
The Centre of Scotland Stone sits within the Cairngorms National Park — the largest national park in the UK, known for its wild landscapes, ancient woodlands, and rich cultural heritage. Badenoch, the southern gateway to the park, is a place where stories live in the land. From the mountains and moorlands to monuments like this, the area invites visitors to explore far beyond the tourist trail. Finding the stone isn’t just about ticking off a point on the map — it’s about experiencing a quieter, deeper Scotland.
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The Hidden Tryzub: Ukraine’s Forgotten Roadside Memorial in the Highlands
Tucked behind trees near a Highland layby on the Brahan Estate, a weathered Ukrainian trident stands in quiet memory. Built by displaced Ukrainians in 1949, this forgotten monument tells a powerful story of exile, identity, and Scotland’s unexpected links with Ukraine.
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Why You’ll Love the Forres Highland Games (and What to Expect)
A fun-filled Highland day out in friendly Forres, with flying cabers, massed pipes, dancing, and over 50 local stalls. Click here to find out what to expect from the Forres Highland Games!
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Don’t Miss This Cool Hidden Gem in Findhorn
I’ve walked past the Findhorn Ice House so many times and never stepped inside – until now. What I found was bigger, colder, and far more fascinating than expected. Don’t miss this cool hidden gem in Findhorn!