EDINBURGH CASTLE (Edinburgh) - Situated in the heart of this historic city, Edinburgh Castle has been an important part of Scotland's history for centuries. James VI of Scotland (and I of England), son of Mary, Queen of Scots, was born here. Also houses the Scottish crown jewels.
 

HOLYROOD HOUSE (Edinburgh) - This great house was once a home to Mary, Queen of Scots. Her secretary, David Rizzio, was murdered here.
 

JOHN KNOX HOUSE (Edinburgh) - Home of the devoted Protestant John Knox.
 

LAURISTON CASTLE (Edinburgh) - A Scottish tower house builtin the 1590's.
 

LENNOXLOVE HOUSE (Hoddington) - It dates fromthe 14th century.
 

TRAQUAIR HOUSE (Innerleithen, Peeblesshire) - It is Scotland's oldest inhabited house, over a 100 years old.
 

GLAMIS CASTLE (Glamis, Angus) - Royal residence since 1372.
 

CALLENDAR HOUSE (Falkirk) - Over 900 years old.
 

DUNVEGAN CASTLE (Isle of Skye) - A picturesque castle that dates back 800 years.
 

INVERARAY CASTLE (Inveraray, Argyll) - Since the 15th century it has been the headquarters of the Clan Campbell.