Sightseeing in Aberdeen - what to see. Complete travel guide
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The main shopping street of Aberdeen is Union Street. Its length is about 1000 meters. On this street you can find clothing stores of popular European brands. You can visit a big Zara store, …
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Aberdeen is a great place for those who like to spend time outdoors and prefer active entertainment. A huge selection of parks and entertainment centers interesting for family visits as well …
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Meat dishes make up the basis of the menu of local restaurants devoted to the national cuisine. Many dishes here are cooked on an open fire. Scottish cuisine is reminiscent of the …
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Aberdeen and surroundings
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Shopping streets in Aberdeen
♥ Shopping area ' Union Street' Aberdeen, 1.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Shopping area ' Union Street' Aberdeen, 1.4 km from the center. On the map
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Survived castles around Aberdeen
♥ Castle 'Drum Castle' , 15 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Fetteresso Castle' , 20.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Muchalls Castle Kincardine' , 21.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Crathes Castle' , 22 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle Fraser' , 23.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Drum Castle' , 15 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Fetteresso Castle' , 20.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Muchalls Castle Kincardine' , 21.7 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Crathes Castle' , 22 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle Fraser' , 23.1 km from the center. On the map
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Sights around Aberdeen from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Glenbuchat Castle
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Distance from Aberdeen center - 57.5 km.
Today the castle is quite popular among tourists. From this place opens a wonderful panorama view of the endless fields and mountains. The castle is surrounded with a great park that is under control of Deeside Field Club. Together with the Historic Environment Scotland, the staff members of this organization look after the safety of this castle and nearby landscapes. …
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Huntly Castle
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Distance from Aberdeen center - 54.5 km.
Not far from the castle has saved an old wooden bridge across the river. Tourists prefer this place for walks. The main building that has saved from the large architectural ensemble is a huge tower that was built in the 15th century. On the walls, you can see some interesting heraldic ornament that is one of the most complex and unusual in Scotland. Compared to other castles, Huntly Castle is open for tourists during the whole year. Nevertheless, the best time for visiting is spring and summer. The great part of the excursion is placed in a forest. …
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Kildrummy Castle
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Distance from Aberdeen center - 49.9 km.
Since 1951 the castle has been owned by Historic Scotland. Now it is open for tourists and the excursion includes a walk in the neighbourhood of the castle where you can see a lot of outstanding things. Not so far from the castle has saved an old quarry. It was used in the 9th century for building works of the first fortress. A walk in the glen can become something unforgettable. There you can see a water garden with a great number of beautiful plants. Every summer the garden is decorated with wonderful flowerbeds and unusual landscape style. Near the castle, you can find an old villa that belonged to Agsten. Today there is a famous Kildrummy Castle Hotel. …
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Thailand Relaxes Its COVID-19 Policy
New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide.
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New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide.
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27.07.2024
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