Perth and the Silvery Tay

The Ultimate River Tay Public Art Trail Walk in Perth

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he River Tay Public Art Trail is one of the best free ways to explore Perth, combining riverside walks, parks, sculpture, poetry and hidden corners of the city. This self-guided route takes around two to four hours, or as long as you want if you enjoy wandering, looking closely and discovering places you might otherwise miss. It is an easy, rewarding way to see Perth through art, landscape and story.

Breaking the fire

The Burning of the Clavie: Fiery New Year Tradition Steeped in Mystery

by mandyerushA Useful Guide, All you need to know, Fire Festival, Scotland, Scottish Highlands, Scottish Traditions, The ClaviePosted on No Comments

The Burning of the Clavie: Fiery New Year Tradition Steeped in Mystery Every year, on the 11th of January, the small village of Burghead on the Moray Firth coast becomes the center of one of Scotland’s most unique and ancient celebrations: The Burning of the Clavie: Fiery New Year Tradition Steeped in Mystery. This remarkable …

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