People Of Scotland. 

The people of Scottish Highlands were originally of Celtic descent, and a small number still speak Gaelic. In the southern part of the nation, the people are descended from anciet Scots with Nordic influences and a bit of Anglo-Saxon.

The Scots have been stereotyped as thrifty, cautious and careful of detail. Most church-going Scots belong to the national Church of Scotland, which is Presbyterian. They have great respect for learning, and their history is full of people of humble birth who acquired university educations.

In the early days, the ruggedness of the land led to the separation of the Highlanders into small groups called clans. The traditional garment of the Highland clansmen is the kilt(short, pleated skirt) which is suitable for climbing the rough hills. Each clan had its own colorful pattern- called a tartan- for weaving cloth. Today, the kilt is now a national costume.