From sci-fi worlds and dystopian times to historical and Bond films, Scotland has been a backdrop for several kinds of films over the years and is only gaining popularity amongst location scouts. Here are 10 iconic locations which have been featured in films.
5. Isle of Harris
Stanley Kubrick's 1968 film, 2001: A Space Odyssey, was meant to be set on Jupiter, but the Isle of Harris was used to depict the lunar-like landscape with its diverse landscapes Photo: Contributed
6. Ardverikie Estate
In Netflix series, The Crown, Ardverikie Estate in the Scottish Highlands was used as young Queen Elizabeth's holiday estate as Balmoral Castle was not available to shoot at. Photo: Picasa
7. Princes Street
In the instantly recognisable opening scene of Trainspotting, several Edinburgh landmarks can be seen as Ewan McGregor darts down Princes Street. The street was also seen in T2 which was also set around the Capital. Photo: Contributed
8. Glasgow City Centre
In recent years, films have used Glasgow City Centre to film scenes including some in World War Z, Fast & Furious 6, Under the Skin and Cloud Atlas. Photo: Contributed