Features

Our features section has a whole host of articles all about Scotland and our connections with the world. Full of fascinating facts and interesting information, our features provide an in-depth account of all things Scotland. Pick from some of our most popular topics below, or dive into 'all features' to explore everything we have to offer!

Alexander Graham Bell: One of the World’s Greatest Inventors

Alexander Graham Bell: One of the World’s Greatest Inventors

Alexander Graham Bell is generally regarded as one of the greatest inventors of the 19th and 20th century and is best remembered for inventing the telephone.

Ultimate Scottish quiz

Ultimate Scottish quiz

So, you think you know Scotland?

From Castles to Celebrities put your knowledge to the test! Grab a pencil and paper (find the answers further down the page).

Five Things to Think About if You Want to Work in Scotland

Five Things to Think About if You Want to Work in Scotland

Are you thinking about working in Scotland? Smart choice, Scotland is a great place to grow your career!

Invisible Edinburgh Tours

Invisible Edinburgh Tours

An Edinburgh social enterprise is helping homeless people turn their lives around by giving them the opportunity to become city tour guides.

Alexander MacKenzie: Canada’s Greatest Explorer

Alexander MacKenzie: Canada’s Greatest Explorer

Moving into March, the better weather is (hopefully) starting to arrive and it’s the perfect time of year to get out there and explore the great outdoors

Scotland third in the world for female political empowerment

Scotland third in the world for female political empowerment

Scotland has ranked third in the world for political empowerment for women, and is significantly ahead of the rest of the UK.

Muriel Spark: 100 Years of One of Scotland’s Greatest Writers

Muriel Spark: 100 Years of One of Scotland’s Greatest Writers

In 2018, an exciting programme of events will takeplace across Scotland to mark the 100th anniversary of Muriel Spark’s birth.

Weird and Wonderful Whisky Concoctions

Weird and Wonderful Whisky Concoctions

Whisky is one of Scotland’s best-known and best-loved products, so it makes sense that it should get its own day of celebration!

Nellie McClung & Agnes MacPhail: The Vanguards of Canadian Politics

Nellie McClung & Agnes MacPhail: The Vanguards of Canadian Politics

At the heart of the suffragist movement in Canada were two strong-willed Scottish-Canadians called Nellie McClung and Agnes MacPhail.

In the words of the Bard | Robert Burns quotes

In the words of the Bard | Robert Burns quotes

Scotland's national poet Robert Burns is celebrated throughout the world. The universal and timeless appeal of his words has spoken to people across the globe down through the years. Here are a few well-known quotations by the Bard.

Year of Young People 2018: Shining a Light on the Future

Year of Young People 2018: Shining a Light on the Future

In 2018, Scotland will come together to celebrate the Year of Young People (YOYP).

Vlogger Lindsey Hughes embarks on her #ScotStory

Vlogger Lindsey Hughes embarks on her #ScotStory

Lifestyle vlogger Lindsay Hughes shares her #ScotStory.

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