Attending highland games

For many years, Scottish culture has been celebrated through a series of highland games held annually around the country (and elsewhere in the world). These events are held in famous mountains and the participants wear traditional clothes. This is one of the most popular and fun things to do in Scotland these days. Participating in traditional upland games is a great cultural experience. They are usually held in the spring and summer, and these events are open to everyone.

The Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides is one of Scotland's most fascinating regions. This magnificent island farming town of Carloway is host to the Carloway Show and Highland Games The goal of the game is pretty simple - it's a respectable test of strength. Both strength and balance are tested as players press the soles of their feet against their opponents. The goal is to lift the other person off the ground with a stick in hand. The cheers and heat of each match will make you feel like you are participating in a festival.

A larger game venue is Dunoon Town in Argyl. It hosts the biggest Highland games in the whole of Scotland. Each time can attract 15,000 - 20,000 attendees. Competitors even come from countries as diverse as Canada, USA, South Africa, New Zealand, and Australia. The world's greatest Central Highlands dancers are also drawn to Dunoon to Highland Fling to immerse themselves in the vibrant and fiery atmosphere.