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General
Area:
78,133 sq km (48,442 sq miles).
Population:
5,114,600 (official estimate 2000).
Population Density:
65.5 per sq km.
Capital:
Edinburgh. Population: 453,400 (official estimate 2000).
GEOGRAPHY:
The country consists of the southern Lowland area, a region of moorland and pastoral scenery – where most of the population is concentrated – and the northern Highlands, dominated by the Grampian Mountains and Ben Nevis (1344m/4140ft), the highest peak in the British Isles. The whole of the exceedingly beautiful coastline is indented with lochs (particularly in the north and west). Off the west coast there are many islands, the largest of which are Skye and Lewis, the latter being part of the Outer Hebrides. The Orkney and Shetland Islands lie to the northeast of the Scottish mainland, across the Pentland Firth from John O’Groats.
Government:
Following elections in May 1999, Scotland was granted its first parliament in 300 years. The new Scottish Parliament has a considerable degree of autonomy, as demonstrated by its tax-raising powers. The UK government maintains control over issues such as defence and foreign policy. Head of State: HM Queen Elizabeth II. Head of Parliament: First Minister Jack McConnell since 2002.
Language:
English. Gaelic is still spoken by some, mostly in the West and Highlands.
Note:
For information on religion, time, electricity and communications, see the main United Kingdom section.
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Climate
Scotland is generally colder than the rest of the UK, especially in the more northerly regions. The west tends to be wetter and warmer than the cool dry east. In upland areas, snow is common in winter, and fog and mist may occur at any time of year.
Required clothing:
Similar to the rest of the UK, according to season. Waterproofing advised throughout the year and warm clothing for the Highlands.
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