Introducing Braemar & Around
Braemar, surrounded by mountains, has long been a visitors' favourite and a base for walking or skiing at nearby Glenshee. Although it gets busy with coach parties, it still makes a good stop; it's at its best in the evenings when, breathing the fresh mountain air, urbanites tend to wonder why they live in a city.
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The tourist office (741600; The Mews, Mar Rd; daily) has lots of useful information on walks in the area.
Last updated: Oct 17, 2008
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RE: First Trip to Scotland
by tungurahua 17 August 2011
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RE: Three days roundtrip from Aberdeen?
by pedro555 29 April 2011
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