Aberdeen is a majestic city in the north of Scotland. The name Aberdeen means ‘between the Don and the Dee, the two rivers surrounding this beautiful and breathtaking place. Aberdeen believed to have been settled for approximately 8,000 years features granite stone homes and buildings.

Before starting your trip to a few of the many points of interest, one might establish temporary residence at one of many Aberdeen serviced apartments. These upscale suites feature maid service, private phones, secure entry, private parking, and a very inviting heated indoor pool.

One of the most fascinating attractions is Storybook Glen, a theme park opened in 1980 as the 28 acre home of over 100 storybook characters. Children can climb through the Old Woman’s shoe or visit live animals on Old McDonald’s Farm. For those who are brave of heart, there is Troll land including a classic storybook bridge.

As you might expect, Aberdeen is home to many castles. Perhaps one of the more outstanding ones is Dunnottar Castle which served as a medieval fortress standing guard above the sea from around the 15th century. Another beautiful castle is Crather with its beautifully landscaped gardens situated on land given to the Burnett of Leys family by King Robert the Bruce in the 1300s.

Gordon Highlanders Museum houses exhibits spanning regimental military service from 1881 to 1994. Visitors get the chance to see uniforms, weapons along with a special collection of battle awards. Museum staff offer research aid to comb through records of men who served and burial locations.

For art lovers, the Art Gallery in Aberdeen, built in 1885, houses works from the period of post-impressionism together with examples of Scottish colonial arts and crafts. A memorable feature located in the main entrance is Komichiwa, that is a extremely tall sculpture of a Japanese girl. Another very special piece located in the gallery is a grandfather clock made by John Gartly, a local Aberdeen clock artisan.

Along with all of the castles {and otheras well as other} points of interest, one unique area never to be missed is Whisky Trail which affords visitors views of the countryside while visiting many of the finest and oldest distilleries along a trail which is part of the only malt whisky trail worldwide.

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