Scotland boasts more than 30,000 lochs, each with their own unique charm. However, there is one body of water in the country that stands out from the rest.
This is mainly because it is in fact not a loch at all.The term 'loch' is derived from Scottish Gaelic and is used to describe a lake.
Despite English being the primary language in Scotland, we've held onto the Gaelic term for our bodies of water — with one notable exception.As reported by the Scottish Daily Express, you will find Scotland's only 'lake' nestled deep within Stirlingshire.
The Lake of Menteith is one of the country's most picturesque bodies of water, and is well worth a visit.The reason behind its unique name remains unclear, but there are several theories.
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