Glossary: Bagpipe, Loch Ness, Tartan
Bagpipe
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The Great Highland Bagpipe is a type of bagpipe native to Scotland. It has achieved widespread recognition through its usage in the British military and in pipe bands throughout the world. Links for additional information: |
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Video “The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards perform at Edinburgh Castle.”
Loch Ness
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Loch Ness is a large, deep, freshwater lake in the Scottish Highland. Loch Ness is best known for the sightings of the Loch Ness Monster, also known affectionately as “Nessie”. |
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Video: “Is it real: The Loch ness monster.”
Tartan
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Tartan — is a pattern consisting of criss-crossed horizontal and vertical bands in multiple colours. Tartans originated in wool, but now they are made in many other materials. Tartan is particularly associated with Scotland. Links for additional information: |