The Romans built a fort at the confluence of the rivers Tay and Almond, where Perth now stands, and the town’s name is believed to derive from an old Celtic word for “wood” or “copse”.
It is often said Perth was the ancient capital of Scotland. This may or may not have been the case but it has always been a major centre of political and commercial influence, not least because its harbour allowed for significant overseas trade.

Perth is always bathed in colour, with two expansive parks in the heart of the city – the North and South Inches – and many gardens. The city is a regular winner in Britain in Bloom competitions.
Auchterarder
Auchterarder is known locally as The Lang Toon - a name derived from its extended High Street. The town dates largely from the 18th Century and is now famous for the quality of its shops.

The narrow fields and woodlands of the area lead into narrow Glen Eagles, a name derived from the Gaelic 'eaglais' meaning church. The panoramic views of the area were the inspiration for the location of the world famous Gleneagles Hotel, host of the 2005 Summit.