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True-colour satellite image of southeast Scotland
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True-colour satellite image of southeast Scotland
Scottish Borders. True-colour satellite image of the Scottish Border region, featuring southeast Scotland (at upper left) and Northumberland in England (at lower right). North is at top. Scotlands capital city, Edinburgh, is at top left. The Scottish borders are largely hilly, with the Southern Uplands (from lower left to upper right) and the Cheviot Hills (at lower right) seen here. Holy Island is at right, just to the south- east of the mouth of the River Tweed. The lower reaches of the Tweed form part of the border between Scotland and England. Image taken by a Landsat-5 satellite
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This true-colour satellite image showcases the breathtaking beauty of southeast Scotland and Northumberland in England. The print captures the Scottish Border region, with Edinburgh, Scotland's capital city, proudly positioned at the top left corner. As we explore this stunning landscape from a bird's-eye view, we are greeted by rolling hills that dominate the Scottish borders. The Southern Uplands stretch diagonally across the frame from lower left to upper right, while the Cheviot Hills gracefully adorn the lower right section. Our eyes are drawn to Holy Island, located just southeast of the mouth of River Tweed on the right side of this mesmerizing photograph. It is fascinating to note that these lower reaches of Tweed form a significant part of Scotland-England border. Taken by a Landsat-5 satellite operated by Earth Science experts, this image allows us to appreciate not only nature's wonders but also scientific achievements in capturing such detailed imagery from space. This remarkable visual representation emphasizes both Britain's geographical diversity and its rich cultural heritage. As an awe-inspiring addition to any collection or display, this print offers viewers an opportunity to immerse themselves in one of Great Britain's most picturesque regions – a testament to our planet's natural splendor and undeniable charm.
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