Inverness is THE Highlands destination you won t want to
miss. Expect a warm, friendly welcome
from locals who can t get enough craic Gaelic for chat and light-hearted
conversation. A great place to
experience culture inverness (the city s Gaelic heritage) you will feel you ve
stepped into another realm. Find
yourself observing and taking part in whirling reels and jigs at pub ceilidhs
(informal gatherings for music, song and dance), Feisan (cultural and
linguistic festivals), Highland games and Hogmanay. You ll find yourself caught up in the
poibaireachd (Scottish bagpipe music) and will enjoy theatre, drama and dance,
both traditional and contemporary. Don t
forget to bring a pencil and paper so you can jot down some of the new colorful
terms and language you ll be hearing.
After a night at the pub or maybe before is better take a stroll
along the Ceilidh Trail and visit Loch Ness.
Home to about 65,000 people the town has a history that goes back to
565AD. It is rich in legend, lore and
history. Nine churches located right
along the river provide architectural and historic interest and a beautiful
trek through a beautiful landscape. Many
old houses in the city date back to the 16th and 17th
century and some, now used as offices and government spaces are open for
viewing.
For those who love sports, the area has several notable teams,
water sports, paintball, skiing, cycling, horse riding and three golf courses
for your entertainment, including the Loch Ness Course. Dining options range from traditional, local
cuisine, to global restaurants, to large chain shops recognizable from anywhere
in the world. Come and enjoy the culture
that is Inverness, Scotland.