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Palace, Dean Castle, Kilmarnock, Scotland Residents of Kilmarnock respect and honor their historical traditions, which have been formed for hundreds of years. They love their traditional music, traditional costumes, as well as culinary customs, sharing them willingly with all foreign visitors to the country. For many years, inhabitants of Kilmarnock and other Scottish cities were considered quite private and secretive. Such character traits were formed during difficult historical periods for the city.
Guide to Kilmarnock sightseeing - things to see and to visit
Kilmarnock is a small town with a population of just about fifty thousand people lying on the banks of the Irwin River in the Scottish county council of East Ayrshire. This place is well … Open
Over hundreds of years, the city had experienced a lot of conquests and military clashes, which became the reason for quite a hostile attitude of citizens towards foreigners. Today, nothing reminds tourists of the difficult fate of the city, its people are very kind and open, treating travelers with some interest and respect. All one needs to fully experience such a welcoming atmosphere is to visit the city during one of the national holidays.
On festive days, solemn processions always take place on the streets, you can see locals dressed in traditional tweed clothing. A compulsory part of any public holiday is musical performances, in which bagpipers occupy a central place. The most famous Scottish musical instrument is one of the most complex in the world. Now in some museums and at thematic festivals tourists are offered to try to play it on their own. However, to fully master this unique instrument, you will need several years of hard training. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Family holidays with kids in Kilmarnock. How to entertain your child, things to show to children.
The Scottish town of Kilmarnock, or Killy (as locals call it affectionately), is a good place for a family holiday. Leisure here is represented mainly by golf and walking in the park, while … Open
Some interesting locals holidays began to be celebrated in the times of ancient Celts. A great example is St. John's Day, which is celebrated on the day of the summer solstice. After hundreds of years, the beautiful holiday has lost quite many original features, but some traditions have remained unchanged for more than 600 years. On a holiday, it is customary to kindle bright fires - it is believed that they help scare away evil spirits and contribute to the active growth of planted crops.
Kilmarnock Once animal husbandry and farming were among the main sources of livelihood for inhabitants of the city, so this kind of rituals was of great importance. In the present-day conditions of urban life, they are nothing more than a tribute to historical customs, however, the kindling of bonfires on the shortest night of the year still remains popular entertainment for locals.
Cuisine of Kilmarnock for gourmet with top restaurants and cafe
Traditional Kilmarnock cuisine is original and simple, using products of regional production. An important component of local cooking is all kinds of cereals, while oat is especially common. … Open
Many interesting traditions are regularly observed on New Year's Eve. It is customary to celebrate one of the main holidays of the year in a family circle. After the New Year comes, locals go to visit their friends and relatives. By tradition, the first guest in the house in the new year must be a dark-haired man who brings happiness and prosperity for the new year. The door to this man should necessarily be opened by a girl or a woman who should be kissed in turn. The inhabitants of Kilmarnock are distinguished by a good sense of humor, so on New Year's Eve, they often send their grandmothers to open the door.
Kilmarnock Open Day 318258 & 156436 11-09-1988 Local wedding traditions are equally interesting. Before proposing to the woman, the man in love should give her not a ring, as is customary in many European countries, but a Luckenbooth brooch. Another common gift for a lady before the wedding is a silver spoon, which is considered to be a symbol of well-being and prosperity.
Excursion over cultural sights of Kilmarnock - 'must visit' points of interest
Kilmarnock is a relatively small city. Nevertheless, within its territory and in the immediate vicinity there are a lot of attractions to organize an interesting tour. Among the main … Open
Traditional wedding clothing is quite unusual as well. If the bride goes to the altar in a regular white dress, the groom is dressed in a real historic costume on the wedding day. The upper part is a classic white shirt and a jacket, and the bottom is a traditional kilt. The groom's mandatory decoration is a bag made of natural deer fur. In today's modern city, such traditions may seem quite unusual. Nevertheless, they have long become an integral part of the local culture.
Kilmarnock Over the past 200 years, Johnnie Walker whiskey, which first began to be produced at local Diageo factory, became one of the main symbols of the city and the real pride of its residents. Now this whiskey is one of the most famous and prestigious in the world, its recipe was invented in Kilmarnock at the beginning of the 19th century.
Your active city break in Kilmarnock. Attractions, recreation and entertainment - best places to spend your day and night here
Kilmarnock is ready to please fans of outdoor activities with several magnificent parks located within the city and outside it. In the heart of the city is Kay Park - a favorite leisure spot … Open
A few years ago, the government decided to move the historic factory to Glasgow, which was a real shock for citizens. To defend their unique national symbol, more than 20,000 people, almost half of the population of Kilmarnock, took to the city streets. Reverent and non-indifferent attitude towards history and traditions is one of the main personality traits of local people.
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Map of all churches
Cathedrals and basilicas near Kilmarnock
♥   Cathedral of St. Margaret of Scotland, Ayr, 19.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   St. Mirin’s Cathedral, Paisley, 24.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   St. Andrew’s Metropolitan Cathedral, Glasgow, 30.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   St. Mungo’s Cathedral, Glasgow, 31.7 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Our Lady of Good Aid Cathedral, Motherwell, 38.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   National Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes, Motherwell, 41 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Cathedral Church of St Blaan and St Laurence, Dunblane, 71.3 km from the center. On the map   Photo
Map of all castles
Survived castles around Kilmarnock
♥   Castle 'Rowallan Castle' Strathclyde, 3.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Dean Castle' Strathclyde, 3.6 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'StaneCastle' , 7.1 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Dundonald Castle' Strathclyde, 7.5 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Montgreenan Castle' , 7.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Auchans Castle' , 7.9 km from the center. On the map   Photo
♥   Castle 'Eglinton Castle' Strathclyde, 8.4 km from the center. On the map   Photo
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Traditions and festivals in cities around Kilmarnock

Glasgow
Whiskey is a no less peculiar and well-known symbol of Glasgow. The national drink is also very popular among foreign tourists. Experienced collectors can spend days studying showcases of local shops and choosing excellent drinks for their cellars. There are even several museums dedicated to the national drink in the city. In Glasgow, as well as in other cities of Scotland, ... Open »
Motherwell
The citizens of Motherwell are very friendly. They are proud of their national identity. They highlight their dissimilarity from English people in all possible ways. These differences are reflected in all spheres of regional culture. Unusual food traditions, love of national costumes and traditional music, beautiful historic festivals and holidays dedicated to important events ... Open »
Edinburgh
Residents of Edinburgh are quite friendly and sociable, even though they may seem to be a bit closed at first glance. Finding an explanation to this fact is not really complicated - the fact is according to the local etiquette rules people should stay calm during the acquaintance or at the first meeting. Locals usually greet each other with the phrase «How do you do?» and a ... Open »
Belfast
Without a doubt, the Belfast Maritime Festival is one of Belfast's most exciting events. You can get to it on the second weekend of July. Events start at 10:00 and end at 22:00 on Saturday. The festival also starts at 10:00 on Sunday. But it ends at 16:00. The first Belfast Maritime Festival was held back in 1973. About five dozen sailboats from all over the world take part in ... Open »
Isle Of Man
A lot of interesting legends are associated with wildlife of the island; one of them has created a furor in the early 20th century. Farmers of Dorlish Cashen, which was around Dalby, said that they have seen a mongoose. The animal hasn’t differed from others besides of speaking pure Manx. It has willingly talked to owners of the farm and disturbed them much; the news about ... Open »
Newcastle
In the past, Newcastle was a major industrial city, but its industrial lifestyle was replaced by a new one full of interesting traditions and festivals. One of the main features of the local culture is the "Geordie" dialect, which is spoken by all citizens. It is so different from classical English that even people from neighboring cities can hardly understand the local accent. ... Open »
Cityguide on traditions, mentality and lifestyle of people in Kilmarnock. Learn the best periods to visit Kilmarnock to discover its soul - authentic festivals, events and celebrations. We will also reveal the interesting habits, attitude towards the world and to tourists in Kilmarnock.
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