The 25 Countries To Visit Before You Die

8. Scotland

8. Scotland
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Scotland is absolutely fantastic. Edinburgh is a fantasy land of Gothic architecture, warm people, and the earliest origins of the Harry Potter series. Glasgow is gritty — yet features loads of live music venues. If one’s in the mood for something more tranquil, a trip up to the famed Highlands awaits. From a scenery standpoint, Scotland is about as green as anywhere in the world (including Ireland).