Aberdeen and the Northeast: Places to Explore

Braemar

Synonymous with the British monarchy, due to its closeness to Balmoral, and with the famous Highland games, this village is popular year round as a base for walkers and climbers enjoying the Grampian Mountains. There isn't really much else going on in Braemar, although the castle is well worth a couple of hours.

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