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Aberfeldy

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First made famous by Robert Burns, Scotland's national poet, today Aberfeldy is Scotland's first Fairtrade town and retailers and attractions throughout the area do their best to promote Fairtrade, organic and environmentally friendly products. Just six miles west of the town, Loch Tay is the largest loch in Perthshire, framed by majestic mountains and hillside farms and cottages. As well as being the popular playground of sailors and watersports enthusiasts, the loch is home to 18 ancient dwellings called crannogs. Nearby to the north, Glen Lyon is often described as the longest, loneliest, and loveliest glen in Scotland, and has a wonderfully mystical atmosphere.

Auchterarder

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The Royal Burgh of Auchterarder is a situated with the Ochil Hills and Gleneagles to the south and Strathearn to the north. The town is laid out with a long main street giving it the nickname of the Lang Toon. To the south-west of Auchterarder lies the world famous Gleneagles Hotel and Golf Courses. The town is a centre for golfing holidays with many hotels and guest houses offering packages.

Blairgowrie

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The red stone towns of Blairgowrie and it's sister Rattray lie on either side of the River Ericht where it emerges from spectacular gorges in Strathmore. The town became a burgh in 1634. The military road north to Braemar was opened in 1724. By the end of the 18thC the Blairgowrie area was a huge centre for the growing of flax. Initially the linen weaving industry was home based but the first industrial mill was erected in 1798. Others followed throughout the 19thC. In 1855 the railway arrived as a branch line from Coupar Angus. Recently the area has become the focus of Perthshire's soft fruit growing, specially raspberries.

Comrie

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Comrie is in the heart of the scenic West Strathearn area of Perthshire, situated at the meeting of Glens Lednock and Artney, with the Scottish Highlands rising to the north. The village has a wide range of local businesses, places to eat, places to stay, visitor attractions and dozens of active organisations.

Crieff

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Ideally situated within spectacular scenery with an abundance of facilities on the doorstep Crieff and Statherarn offers the perfect place to explore and relax. There are world famous attractions, a varied choice of accommodation, award winning restaurants, exclusive boutiques and exciting outdoor adventure all situated in Strathearn, Scotland's heartland. The town of Crieff long known as a holiday town derives its name from the Gaelic word 'craobh' meaning trees and the name Strathearn meaning the valley of the River Earn.

Dunkeld

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Dunkeld and Birnam: an area of outstanding natural beauty on the southern edge of Highland Perthshire, which also boasts an amazing historical and cultural heritage. Dunkeld has traditionally been seen as the gateway to the Highlands of Scotland - we hope this website will prove to be your gateway to a wonderful visit to our area.

Perth

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Perth is the perfect place for a special day out or stay. Excellent shopping, eating out, entertainment, culture and heritage, leisure and sport are all within close proximity in the city centre. When you visit Perth, walking around the city is a pleasure. Perth is a consistent Beautiful Britain award winner, showing a strong commitment to the environment and the city's streets and public gardens are filled with colour from Easter to autumn.

Pitlochry

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In the heart of Scotland with real hospitality, clear sparkling air, beautiful scenery, rich clan history, fine food, plenty of space and lots to see and do. Pitlochry is primarily a holiday destination, which caters for the holiday maker year round in its own special way. The people are knowledgeable, friendly and helpful as it has been a tourist destination for well over 150 years, counting Queen Victoria amongst its earlier visitors.