DK Travel : Scotland

Scotland has an overwhelming abundance of natural beauty, hundreds of castles stand proud from its long and turbulent past, and an innate flair for enterprise and travel has endowed the nation with artistic treasures from around the world. The culture remains vibrant today, and there’s much to celebrate. Here’s a distillation of Scotland’s best.

Hugh MacDiarmid (1892–1978)

A Drunk Man Looks at the Thistle is considered the finest poem by the “pioneer of the Scottish Renaissance”.
Hunterian Art Gallery

Another great gallery, best known for its Rembrandts, its virtual monopoly on the 19th-century genius of Whistler and the Mackintosh House.
Hydroponicum

A totally revolutionary place, the “garden of the future” has no soil but uses water to carry nutrients to the plants. Within this immense greenhouse they grow everything from tropical flowers to bananas (see Hydroponicum, Achiltibuie) .
Hydroponicum, Achiltibuie

A Garden of Eden without the dirt. You’ll be amazed at what’s grown in this glasshouse using a soil-free irrigation system to keep the plants fed (see Hydroponicum) .
Iain Banks (1954–)

Hugely popular author of The Crow Road , science fiction and psychological thrillers.
Iain Mellis

His cheeses are celebrated all around Scotland, and feature on many an Edinburgh menu, but the Victoria Street branch goes beyond matters dairy to embrace a panoply of culinary delicacies. Stock your hamper here.
Ibis Hotel

Smart, neat, clean, functional hotel that makes up for in prime location (just off the Royal Mile) what it lacks in generosity of space in the tiny bedrooms and bathrooms.
Ichiban

This informal Japanese restaurant is in the heart of glasgow. Long tables and a no booking policy are part of what makes the relaxed atmosphere as well as great service and quality food.

A varied menu includes everything from sushi to tempura, curries and the speciality noodle dishes. Reasonably priced you must also try the plum wine or japanese beers on offer.

Ichiban also has another restaurant in the West End of Glasgow.
Illuminati

This gift shop located in Princes Square in the city centre specialises in cards for all occasions and some unusual gifts.
Indigo Yard

More intent on creating a vibe than simply serving drinks and food, Indigo Yard is good for lazy afternoons and carousing evenings.

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