In early 1700's Scotland surrenders its independence in an act of parliamentary union with the England and Wales. But the most important fact about Scotland is that the church, legal and educational system and local government remains scottish till date.
People's are always confused of the fact about Scotland's relation with Great Britain. It is important to note that the Scotland, England and Wales are all countries in their own right, they all are combined to constitute the island nation of Great Nation. Speaking culturally, Scotland can boast on folk art, literature and festivals. The culmination of the combination of all these cultural facets is the annual Edinburgh International Festival-one of the leading art event of the world. This is the largest festival in Britain and if you want to see theater, music and poetry being performed to audience from al over the world then this is your place.
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