Inverness is the central hub of the Scottish Highlands and is not far from the famous Loch Ness. From its early history, it was an ancient Pictish stronghold known as Fidach and the prefix commonly found in areas of the north and northeast of Inver- and Aber- are actually of a Pictish origin and mean confluence of waters. Inverness being found on the River Ness and Aberdeen is a coastal city. More recently the city was near the battleground of Culloden which is the last battle fought on British soil, the scene where many Scots fought on both sides in sheer brutality. It is famous for being featured in the Shakespeare play of Macbeth. The city's inhabitants are usually proud highlanders, but there are also many migrants in the city including Polish.
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