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Teema: Šotimaa Autor: Ene Juhkam. SLAIDIPROGRAMM Abimaterjal õpikule “I Love English 5”. TOWNS and COUNTRYSIDE. SCOTLAND . Scotland is a part of the UK. Scotland in facts. 5,000,000. Population. Capital city. Edinburgh. National flower. thistle. Flag. white cross
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Teema: Šotimaa Autor: Ene Juhkam SLAIDIPROGRAMMAbimaterjal õpikule “I Love English 5”
TOWNS and COUNTRYSIDE SCOTLAND
Scotland in facts • 5,000,000 • Population • Capital city • Edinburgh • Nationalflower • thistle • Flag • white cross on the blue background
It is the capital of Scotland. • The population is 1,400,000. • It is the most beautiful city in the UK.
Edinburgh Castle has fascinating history spanning 3000 years and was the residence of many Scottish Kings and Queens. • The ancient Honours of Scotland - the Crown, the Sceptre and the Sword of State – are on view in the Crown Room in Edinburgh Castle. • Edinburgh Castle is also the home of the One O'Clock Gun.
Thistle • Thorny floweris a national emblem.
Glencoe is one of Scotland's most historic and scenic glens. • The ruggedness of the mountains, with spectacular spires, cliffs and gullies is inspiring.
Loch Ness is located in the North of Scotland. • The lake is over 750 feetdeep and 23 miles long. • Many years it has been supposed that there is a large dinosaur-like "monster" resident inLoch Ness.
Stirling is one of Scotland's oldest towns. • The town was granted a Royal Charter in the 12th century and became one of the most important towns of medieval Scotland.
Culzean Castle and Country Park
Culzean is a romantic 18th century castle and one of the most impressive stately homes in Scotland. • One bedroom is said to be haunted by a lady in green. • There is a country park of over 500 acres with wooded walks, walled gardens and a swan pond.