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Scotland is an insufficiently explored country for a large number of tourists. This is due to the island’s position on the geographical map, the relatively harsh climate and other features of the British Isles in general. True lovers of Flemish culture and architecture come here. But recently the flow of tourists has been steadily increasing. Hot countries have become fairly boring and a true traveller prefers to go to places that are interesting from a historical point of view. This can be done by watching an online tour of Scotland in a convenient format or by visiting as part of a tourist tour.
City of Perth
The ancient city of Perth lies on the banks of the River Tay in the centre of Scotland. Approximately 45,000 people have been living here since 2012. The city has rail and road connections to centres such as Glasgow and Edinburgh and from Crieff to Oban and Dundee to Aberdeen.
There is also an airport in the immediate vicinity of Perth with commercial aviation mainly developed here.
Historical facts about Perth
The ancient settlement of the Picts served as the site for the founding of the city. The name is also derived from the Pictish word for forest or grove. This suggests a vast green area surrounding it.
The monastery of Scone where the coronations of Scottish rulers took place for a long period of time is nearby.
The most important events of the Middle Ages took place here – the redistribution of the territory of Scotland and the transition to its jurisdiction of the Hebrides as well as the Isle of Man.
The area was captured by the English in the 14th century. In general, the history of Perth is very rich. The Scottish Reformation began here and it is where battles with the Jacobites took place. The beginning of the 15th century saw Perth become the capital city.
Historical places in Perth
It is impossible to imagine interesting travels around Scotland without visiting Perth. Ancient Scotland is visible in many of its surviving buildings. These include the Church of St. John the Baptist founded in the early 12th century. Of particular interest to the traveller is a complex of buildings preserved under the auspices of the Scottish Geographical Society.
The following buildings can be classified as buildings in the spirit of classicism:
- King James VI hospital (18th century). It is now a residential complex.
- Old School or Perth Academy.
- A hotel building called Salutation (early 19th century). However the decor of the building contains elements from earlier times.
- Buildings for judicial proceedings and serving sentences (court and prison) made in the spirit of mediaeval architecture are especially striking in their gloomy monumentality.
When travelling around Scotland and, in particular Perth, you should definitely visit the Marshall Museum and the waterworks of the early 19th century which now house the interesting Fergusson Gallery.
An important architect of most of the city’s outstanding buildings was Reed. It is also worth noting the contribution to the development of urban architecture by architects such as Smeaton, Morison and Anderson.
The terrace houses in the New Town as well as buildings in the neo-Gothic style for religious services are interesting to see. Examples include the former Church of St. Paul (a religious building in a “non-perpendicular” design) and the Cathedral of St. Ninians.
Those travelling around Scotland will certainly remember the Flemish Gothic style of the station hotel. This building exudes antiquity and true Scottish character – stern and friendly.
The palace for receiving kings on the Scone estate underwent a grandiose reconstruction in the neo-Gothic style. Tourists will also be interested in seeing the Black Watch Museum, Elcho Castle buildings and Huntingtower.
You can also list a college belonging to the university complex of the Highlands and Islands, an art gallery, a drama theatre and a concert hall.
Interesting online tours showing Scotland
The economic component of Perth lies in the sphere of tourism, business and services. Of course, here an undeniable advantage should be given to the insurance business, transport companies, healthcare institutions, education and trade. For a small town there is a fairly rich economic life here.
The office of an English company specialising in alternative energy issues is located in Perth. The insurance company Aviva has a representative office.
The city is famous for its ecotourism which is facilitated by its location on the river bank and the surrounding natural landscape with its original flora and fauna.
Sights of Scottish Perth
The area of Perthshire with its capital in Perth became known far beyond Scotland after one significant cultural event took place. In the 9th century, the most valuable artefact, the Stone of Destiny, was delivered to Scone. Automatically, this area became a centre of attraction for many pilgrims and subsequently acquired the status of capital of Scotland.
The good development of crafts and trade allowed the settlement to receive urban status in the mid-12th century.
Fate has made this area famous more than once. It was here that the so-called Scottish Reformation of the mid-16th century was proclaimed, the essence of which was the extermination of idolatry. The fight against paganism was led by preacher John Knox who read the corresponding sermon publicly in the Church of John the Baptist.
Approximately a hundred years later the Academy was founded within the city limits which led to an even greater increase in the economic and political importance of Perth.
Manufacturers and industrialists appreciated the convenient geographical location. Today, with an area of 18 sq km the administrative centre is officially called “city”.
Weather and climatic conditions
This area has a climate which is typical of central Scotland. The moderately humid air is saturated with sea fumes and remains quite cool on summer days. But in general the climatic conditions are mild without serious frosts or extreme heat. Winter average annual temperatures hover around -15 degrees Celsius, in summer they remain steady at +20 degrees Celsius and rarely rise 3 to 5 degrees higher on the thermometer.
There aren’t many sunny days in Perth. It is a city with moderate temperatures, sea air and partly cloudy skies. The spring months are of greatest importance to tourists.
