Cheap Family Holidays In Glasgow, Scotland

You can easily find yourself a budget hotel in the city of Glasgow or a small cottage in the outlying countryside in which to base your holiday operations. You'll be dazzled by the scenery, impressed with the many attractions and enjoy a the traditional Scottish food. Make sure you bring your camera so you can capture the castles, attractions and landscape that makes Scotland a prime holiday destination.

History
Hundreds of castles were constructed throughout Scotland in the 11th and 12th centuries. These castles focused on the protection of the higher and ruling classes of the day. This was the beginning of what is know as the artillery style of architecture. As the protection function became less and less important through the ages, the artillery architecture became more a design style than a functional requirement. There are many tours of these landmarks you can join or simply set off on your own to take pictures that will be forever treasured.

Landscape
Due to its climate and northern location, Scotland boasts trees and foliage quite unique in comparison with other parts of the world. The native Ash and Scottish Pine trees have traditionally been harvested and used as Christmas trees. Those trees that don't fall to the woodsman's axe usually produce their leaves toward the end of spring and look their best throughout the relatively short summer period. You can't help but be amazed at their majesty and fine smell.

Walking
A walking tour is a great way to explore Glasgow and see many of the city's attractions. Your first stop could be Pollok Park. The Burrel Collection is stored and exhibited in Pollok House. This landmark is located at the centre of parkland covering over 1,000 acres. The collection consists of about 8,000 objets d'art that belonged to shipping magnate and millionaire Sir William Burrell at the end of the 19th century and in the first half of the 20th century. Upon his death in 1951, these objects became the property of the city of Glasgow.

Sculptures
The extraordinary display of Kinematics; or kinetic sculptures, should be next on your agenda. Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre houses this most frequently visited attractions in Glasgow. The small carved figures combined with old scrap move provocatively to music that haunts and lighting that makes the machinery come alive with its shadows.

Science Centre
The flagship attraction of your walking tour is the 75-million Glasgow Science Centre. Located on the shores of the River Clyde, the centre contains attractions that occupy four floors. Scotland's very first IMAX theatre, the Glasgow Tower and a series of interactive exhibits make the Glasgow Science Centre a 'must see' on your walking tour of Glasgow.

As you complete your day's walking tour, there is sure to be a warm pub nearby. Here, you will make friends and have a mug of the finest ale you have ever had. Most of the pubs you will find in Scotland will also prepare a hearty meal for you and your family. Between the energy expended on your walk and the meal at the local pub you will be quite ready to rest your weary bones. You will absolutely have to in order to be ready for your tomorrow's memorable experience.

Anna Phillips represents Jigsaw Holidays, UK holiday organisers who specialise in supplyingCotswold Cottages and accommodation in the surrounding areas.