The brooding and majestic mountains of the central Highlands of Scotland are every bit as rich in history as they are in beauty. From the summit of Ben Nevis, Britain’s highest mountain, to the grandeur of Glen Coe, this region offers some of the finest mountain landscapes of the British Isles.
With a rich Gaelic culture and tradition, there is more to the central Highlands than big hills. Click on the links to find out more about the area and the people who call it home.
This programme was broadcast on BBC 1, Sunday 12th August.

Ben Nevis
Glen Coe
Shinty
Caledonian Canal
Ardverikie
Huskies in the Cairngorms