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Scotland is filled with standing stones that date back hundreds or thousands of years. This is not one of them.

A sculpture commemorating the "world's best mouser" in what is likely Scotland's longest-running distillery

This painting of a beloved dog will be on display at the Scottish National Gallery at long as the museum exists.

This small memorial honors a ferocious feline and local hero.

More than a century old, this cast iron bridge on the Balmoral Estate leads to nowhere.

This tin chapel was built by POW's during World War II and is painted to look like something much more grand.

The sign marks one of the endpoints to mainland Britain's longest overland travel route.

A baffling beast so absurd a town councilman called it "intellectual vomit in technicolor."

One of Edinburgh's most popular works of street art is located well off the beaten path.

This brilliant display of whirling fireballs celebrates Hogmanay.

Across the islands, baked goods, sauces, and much more are for sale 24/7.

This bronze statue was erected to honor a small Scottish town's beloved stray cat.

The colorful stairs are made with marble from the world's major quarries.

This huge concrete map of Scotland was built as a thank you gift from a Polish soldier.

The strange behavior of a tween led to allegations of witchcraft and a curse being placed on anybody within earshot.

The farthest northwesterly point of the British mainland is one of the most remote places in the Scottish Highlands.

Neon artworks light up this dark Edinburgh tunnel.

This extinct volcano rises above Edinburgh and is special for its panoramic views over the city.

The ornate structure is part of a building boasting more marble than the Vatican.

An eccentric aristocrat brought these Australian natives to their current Scottish home.

One man spent 10 years building a spectacular section of road because no one else would.

A giant pineapple, a symbol of hospitality, and an amazing vacation rental option.

This king penguin is a knighted brigadier of the Norwegian Army.

This picturesque view of the Scottish Borders was beloved by Sir Walter Scott.