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Kilts and ScotlandThese two words fit so well together that kilts and Scotland have almost become synonymous. In fact Scotland is a country almost unequalled in it's natural beauty, and its culture has been spread around the world. Since the early seventeen hundreds Scotsmen have been setting sail for far distant shores, taking with them their language, culture and of course their kilts. It was at this point in Scottish history that the clans were facing great hardship, at the hands of the English. The wearing of tartan and kilts had been banned, and their way of life was under threat. So they set sail to create new lives for themselves and their families, many thousands of them settling in America and Canada. And that cultural influence is very evident today in both America and Canada, and its for that very reason that both countries now celebrate Tartan Day which has become a national holiday. Its an event that is growing in popularity since its inception in America in 1998, and one that is often attended by Sir Sean Connery, who as a patriotic Scotsman loves to promote his homeland. The history of the kilt is of great interest to countless people around the world (one reason why I built this web site) and the number of different tartans is enormous, with more being added every year. Believe it or not there is no official register of tartans in Scotland, something that the Scottish Tartans Authority is working hard to establish. Kilts and Scotland though are not exclusive, they are in fact also worn in other parts of the United Kingdom, which is further evidence of the Celtic influence across the British Isles. and of course it is worn in many other countries around the world. For those of you who are lucky enough to holiday in Scotland, the opportunities to see the kilt being worn are plentiful. The Edinburgh Military Tattoo is also a spectacular Scottish event, that is awash with kilts and one that I highly recommend you visit if you're in Edinburgh during August. Hogmanay (New Years Eve) is also a big celebration in Scotland, with the kilt being worn by many revellers looking to take in the New Year, in traditional Scottish style. As you can see you don't have to look very hard to find kilts being worn in Scotland, the garment is in fact growing in popularity every year. And so long as people just like you continue to show interest in your Celtic roots, the future of the kilt is assured. You can learn more about Scotland by visiting Discover Scotland, if planning a trip to Scotland, this site will provide you with all the information you need. Find out about travel, what's on, where to go, what to see, our culture, our history and all things Scottish. Return from Kilts and Scotland to Home Page
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