Visitors to Angus and Dundee will find breathtaking scenery, rugged coastlines, unspoilt highland glens, fishing villages and Scotland’s fourth largest city. It is set on the eastern coast of the country and boasts more than 2,000 years of history and tradition. As is typical for Scotland, Angus is home to plenty of golf courses and castles, while the views and sights are stunning throughout.

It was in coastal town Arbroath that a declaration was penned and posted to the Pope in 1320. The declaration called for Scottish independence and proved a major historic landmark for the country. As well as a historic background and natural environment, the region also offers elements of cosmopolitan vibrancy thanks to the presence of the city of Dundee to the south, just before you reach the Firth of Tay and the road bridge to Fife. Dundee, home to two top Scottish football teams, is a growing cultural centre and has highlights such as the RRS Discovery - the ship which Captain Scott used to explore the South Pole.

A major draw to this part of the country is the beautiful glens which are found in the northern part of the region and spill over into the equally impressive Cairngorms National Park. There are five glens in total – Cova, Lethnot, Prosen, Isla and Esk and they prove popular among hill walkers in particular. The 65 miles of sandy and pebbly beaches on the coast are also ideal for exploration and adventure and, what with the presence of fishing villages, provide a major element of the Angus economy.

As with the rest of the country, golf is a way of life in the Angus and Dundee area. While there are fewer courses than in neighbouring Fife, there are still 16 golf courses, including the famous links at Carnoustie which is used for international tournaments such as the Open Championships. This particular part of the region is in the south-west where there are also hills and of course the sea. In the centre of Angus meanwhile, is the Great Valley which is an agricultural and Angus cattle hotspot.

There are some 11 castles dotted around the region, the most famous of which is the Glamis Castle which is the ancestral home of the late Queen Mother. Other highlights around Angus include the ninth century settlement of Monifieth on the coast, the National Museum of Scotland, the Caledonian Railway at Brechin and the 12th century Arbroath Abbey.