The Dark Ages is one of the most evocative times in history, where historical sources are few and fragmented. It was a time when a king's reputation depended on success in battle, with an obligation ...

The Scotland's History online debates are now closed. We would like to thank everyone who contributed over the two years that they ran and made the debates lively, informative and engaging. Debate: ...

The “Twentyshilling Hill fieldwork” yielded a circular monument in a remote location, featuring a central pit containing eight closely packed urns. Further north, teams also excavated a cluster of ...

One of the finest examples of Renaissance architecture in Scotland, Falkland Palace was adored by Mary, Queen of Scots. It’s the result of the vision of James IV and his son James V who, in the early ...

The early history of all countries is obscure; but the mist which envelops the early history of Scotland is unique, both in density and duration. It was both thickened and prolonged by national pride ...

(Reuters) - Scotland will vote on breaking away from the rest of the United Kingdom in a referendum set for September 18. In the biggest test of national unity since most of Ireland broke away from ...

Scotland remains one of the world’s top travel destinations. The staggering landscape of Scotland is a heady mix of imposing mountains, wild forests and unspoilt beaches. Meanwhile, Scottish history’s ...

In Scotland, New Year's Eve is known as Hogmanay and involves several fun traditions. The holiday dates back to the 1600s, when Christmas was made illegal throughout the country. In Scotland, it's ...