The Scottish Borders, in southeastern Scotland, encompasses historic counties of Berwickshire, Peeblesshire, Roxburghshire, and Selkirkshire. Key settlements include Hawick, known for textiles, Galashiels for knitwear, and historic towns like Melrose, Peebles, and Jedburgh. Notable landmarks include Floors Castle, the ruins of Melrose, Jedburgh, and Dryburgh abbeys, and the scenic Eildon Hills. The region, steeped in history and folklore, features haunted sites like Hermitage Castle and the Yarrow Stone, adding a layer of mystery to its captivating charm.
