Hampden had been completely re-developed in recent years and the predominantly old terraced ground had been transformed into a modern all seated stadium. Although not particularly large for a national stadium, it still retains its charm and individual character, enhanced by its completely enclosed oval shape. Three sides are single tiered, but the South Stand on one side has a small second tier, which slightly overhangs the lower one. Normally this creates an unbalanced look, but it has integrated well with the oval stadium roof rising gently towards this stand.

Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in Britain and so enormously popular. It lies immediately behind Fort William which is situated on Loch Linnhe, a sea loch although a long way from the open ocean. Since the climb starts from sea level it is quite arduous but just a steady plod if the pony track is used. The north-east face on the other hand has impressive cliffs and gives a variety of rock climbing routes to the top. In winter these become ice climbs and it is for these that Ben Nevis is best known amongst the climbing fraternity.

A majestic landmark which dominates the capital city's skyline just as it has dominated Scotland's long and colourful history. Edinburgh Castle is the best known and most visited of Scottish historic buildings. Perched on an extinct volcano and offering stunning views, this instantly recognisable fortress is a powerful national symbol, and part of Edinburgh's World Heritage Site.

Dryburgh Abbey, on the banks of the River Tweed, Scotland, was founded in 1152 by Premonstratensian monks, on a site perhaps made sacred by Saint Modan around the year 600. It was founded by monks from Alnwick on land owned by Hugh de Morville, Lord of Lauderdale. It was burned by English troops in 1322, after which it was restored and patronised by Robert I of Scotland. It was again burned in 1385, but it flourished in the fifteenth century. It was finally destroyed in 1544, briefly to survive until the Scottish Reformation, when it was given to the Earl of Mar by James VI of Scotland. The 12th Earl of Buchan bought the land in 1786. Sir Walter Scott and Douglas Haig are buried in its grounds.