Okra, or Gumbo, from Africa. 0kra (Hibiscus esculentus) is also called gumbo in this country, although the latter term is more often applied to soups or other dishes which contain okra. Both of these names are of African origin.
Great Houses, Abbeys and Castles in the Borders. The Scottish Borders have some of the most beautiful ruined abbeys in the UK, you can find them in Melrose, Jedburgh, Dryburgh and in the town of Kelso. On our Border Abbeys Page you can read all about their fascinating past and present.
The renowned city of Edinburgh buzzes day and night, while Newhaven is a quiet fishing village where you can simply relax. Other destinations worth visiting include Leith, Dunbar, Stenton, Pencaitland and Cramond. Fife is one of the historical regions of Scotland and was originally a Pictish Kingdom.It is still called the Kingdom of Fife and is situated between the Firth of Tay and the Firth of Forth. This popular tourist region encompasses towns such as Anstruther, Glenrothes, St. Andrews, Leven and Falkland.here are a number of attractions in cities such as Dumfries and Kirkcudbright, as well as many fun activities. Edinburgh & the Lothians is a bustling region filled with history, attractions and activities.