IntlMOVE will ship your household goods and personal effects to Scotland when you are ready to make an international move.

IntlMOVE has helped many people move to Scotland and other areas of the United Kingdom.

There are a lot of interesting facts about Scotland that make the country unique.

IntlMOVE has put together a list of tips for international moves to Scotland.

 Scotland borders England and many bodies of water, including the North Sea, the Atlantic Ocean, the North Channel and the Irish Sea.

It is one of four countries that make up the United Kingdom and Scotland is best known for its beauty and culture.

There are about 5 million people who currently reside in the British country.

Things to See

There are ancient castles and many more historical monuments that are located in this British country.

Every year thousands of people visit Scotland, and specifically Edinburgh, for the annual arts festivals.

There are many museums, parks, amphitheatres and other beautiful buildings that attract many tourists from around the world.

If you are interested in education, there are several famous universities that are located in Scotland.

The University of St. Andrews, Glasgow University and Edinburgh University are three of the largest and most famous universities in Britain.

 Geography

In addition to the landmass that makes up Scotland, the country also consists of about 790 islands.

However, only about 130 of these islands are inhabited.

Scotland is made up of many mountain peaks, rolling hills, beautiful lakes and beaches.

The Tay River is the longest river in Scotland, which is about 121 km long.

There are over 600 square miles of freshwater lakes in this country.

Loch Lomond is the largest lake in Scotland that is 60 square kilometers.

The most famous lake in Scotland is Loch Ness, which is very famous for the Loch Ness Monster!

The Loch Ness Monster is a fictional character that is said to resemble a dinosaur and reside in the famous lake.

 Fun Facts

The capital of Scotland is Edinburgh, which is also the country’s second largest city.

Edinburgh is one of the biggest financial centers in Europe, which is why this city is an appealing place to live.

Edinburgh is also famous because it was the world’s first city with its own fire brigade.

Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland that is filled with great shopping, dining and entertainment.

If you are a fan of whisky, you have come to the right place!

Scotch whisky is a famous beverage that Scotland is famous for.

The unicorn is the official animal of Scotland.

The thistle is the floral emblem for the British country.

 History

Scotland was once an independent state until May 1, 1707 when the United Kingdom of Great Britain was established.

Te legal system of Scotland is separate from England, Wales and Northern Ireland even though it is part of the United Kingdom.

The Scottish parliament was elected for the first time in 1999 and governs education, health, social work and local government.

Scottish Inventions

If you enjoy sitting down at night enjoying your favorite TV shows, you can thank Scotland because the country is the birthplace of the television.

The telephone was invented by Alexander Graham Bell in Scotland, which makes it possible for you to communicate with your friends and family back home.

The police can help keep your new country safe with fingerprinting, which is another Scottish invention.

Penicillin was created in Scotland, so you and your family can stay healthy thanks to its inventor, Alexander Fleming.

 When you move to Scotland with IntlMOVE, you will enjoy spending time exploring all there is to see and do in the British country.

IntlMOVE will handle the international moving details so you can enjoy your new life and new home in Scotland.