Scotland is a part of the United Kingdom. The national symbol of the country is a thistle. The population of Scotland is 4,996,000. The money used is called the pound sterling. Scotland is known for bagpipes and kilts . The capital of Scotland is Edinburgh. Glasgow is the biggest city in Scotland. Scotland is a land of many famous people. It is the land of hills and valleys . It is the land of lakes called locks. The best known lake is Loch Ness. Scotland is a fascinating country.