Dumfries - Dumfries And Galloway Are Lands Of Imagination
Peter Pan's father came from Dumfries - Dumfries and Galloway
Burns died in Dumfries, July 21, 1796, after a lifetime of ill health caused by childhood malnutrition and poverty. His work, however, left a lasting legacy that led to the founding of the Burns Howff Club in 1889. Established at the Globe Inn, Burns' favorite "howff" ("house"), the club includes a program of events developed to encourage Robert Burns enthusiasm among children. The club also works to promote Robert Burns, Dumfries and the historic value of the contribution of Robert Burns to Scotland's national heritage.
In fact, during Scotland's "Homecoming" in 2009, Dumfries celebrated the 250th birthday of Robert Burns on January 25, 2009, with "Burns Light." The event involved lantern processions through Dumfries that met at the Whitesands for live entertainment. The program featured a spectacular fire show centered on a wicker sculpture of Tam O'Shanter, the central figure of Burns' epic poem of the same name that was considered his finest work.
Its connections with Scotland's famed bard are merely a few of the historic events and landmarks around Dumfries and Galloway that make it such an inspiring destination for visitors and residents alike.
For starters, there's the land itself. With a population density of only 60 people per square mile, compared with Scotland's average of 168 per square mile, the region offers plenty of breathing space for those who need a break from urban congestion. What's more, Dumfries and Galloway have some striking natural features. Its coastline stretches for more than 200 miles, yet it's also a mountainous are with many peaks higher than 2,000 feet. Among these are "The Merrick" in the West at 2,764 feet and "White Coomb" in the East at 2,696 feet. The region also boasts Scotland's highest village, Wanlockhead at 1,409 feet, and its most southerly point, The Mull of Galloway. On a clear day, visitors and residents alike can see Ireland, The Isle of Man and Cumbria from Galloway shores.
With agriculture as a mainstay of the local economy, it's no surprise that Dumfries and Galloway also is home to world's most highly valued ram, sold at Newton Stewart and to a world-record price of 22,000 guineas for a Galloway bull sold in February 1989.
The natural heights of Dumfries and Galloway are matched by its manmade achievements. For instance, the city includes Scotland's shortest street, Chapel Street Moffat, and its narrowest street, Syme Street Moffat. It also boasts Britain's narrowest hotel, The Star Hotel, Moffat its highest Post Office at the aforementioned Wanlockhead. Dating from 1792, The Theatre Royal, Dumfries, is Scotland's oldest theater still in service.
These highlights and more combine to make Dumfries and Galloway a fascinating area for a holiday trip.
Burns died in Dumfries, July 21, 1796, after a lifetime of ill health caused by childhood malnutrition and poverty. His work, however, left a lasting legacy that led to the founding of the Burns Howff Club in 1889. Established at the Globe Inn, Burns' favorite "howff" ("house"), the club includes a program of events developed to encourage Robert Burns enthusiasm among children. The club also works to promote Robert Burns, Dumfries and the historic value of the contribution of Robert Burns to Scotland's national heritage.
In fact, during Scotland's "Homecoming" in 2009, Dumfries celebrated the 250th birthday of Robert Burns on January 25, 2009, with "Burns Light." The event involved lantern processions through Dumfries that met at the Whitesands for live entertainment. The program featured a spectacular fire show centered on a wicker sculpture of Tam O'Shanter, the central figure of Burns' epic poem of the same name that was considered his finest work.
Its connections with Scotland's famed bard are merely a few of the historic events and landmarks around Dumfries and Galloway that make it such an inspiring destination for visitors and residents alike.
For starters, there's the land itself. With a population density of only 60 people per square mile, compared with Scotland's average of 168 per square mile, the region offers plenty of breathing space for those who need a break from urban congestion. What's more, Dumfries and Galloway have some striking natural features. Its coastline stretches for more than 200 miles, yet it's also a mountainous are with many peaks higher than 2,000 feet. Among these are "The Merrick" in the West at 2,764 feet and "White Coomb" in the East at 2,696 feet. The region also boasts Scotland's highest village, Wanlockhead at 1,409 feet, and its most southerly point, The Mull of Galloway. On a clear day, visitors and residents alike can see Ireland, The Isle of Man and Cumbria from Galloway shores.
With agriculture as a mainstay of the local economy, it's no surprise that Dumfries and Galloway also is home to world's most highly valued ram, sold at Newton Stewart and to a world-record price of 22,000 guineas for a Galloway bull sold in February 1989.
The natural heights of Dumfries and Galloway are matched by its manmade achievements. For instance, the city includes Scotland's shortest street, Chapel Street Moffat, and its narrowest street, Syme Street Moffat. It also boasts Britain's narrowest hotel, The Star Hotel, Moffat its highest Post Office at the aforementioned Wanlockhead. Dating from 1792, The Theatre Royal, Dumfries, is Scotland's oldest theater still in service.
These highlights and more combine to make Dumfries and Galloway a fascinating area for a holiday trip.
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