Stirling is steeped in history - from the castle which dominates the town, to the National Wallace Monument just outside it, which tells the tale of Braveheart himself - William Wallace.
The Mel Gibson film re-ignited an interest in the history of the area and there's even a statue of Wallace who looks uncannily like the Australian filmstar!
The Wallace monument afford stunning views of the surrounding countryside but be prepared for a steep climb.
Stirling is an ideal stop on the way from Glasgow or Edinburgh up to Fife and beyond.
And for shopping fanatics it's a pleasant alternative to Glasgow and Edinburgh.
