Highland (disambiguation) facts for kids

A Highland is a general term for a high, often mountainous, area of land. It's like a big, elevated plateau or a region with many mountains. The words Highland, Highlands, or The Highlands can also refer to many different places and things around the world.

Places Called Highland or Highlands

Many places around the world are named Highland or Highlands because of their geography. These names often describe areas that are high up, hilly, or mountainous.

Highlands in Different Countries

Armenia

• The Armenian Highlands are a large mountain region in Western Asia. They are known for their ancient history and beautiful landscapes.

Australia

• In Australia, you can find the Southern Highlands (New South Wales) and Northern Highlands, which are mostly high tablelands. There are also the Central Highlands (Victoria) and Central Highlands (Tasmania), which are important natural areas.

Brazil

• The Brazilian Highlands form a huge plateau in the heart of Brazil. This area is very important for the country's geography and climate.

Canada

• Canada has several places named Highlands. For example, Highlands, British Columbia is a municipality on Vancouver Island, known for its natural beauty. Highlands, Edmonton is a residential area in Alberta.

Iceland

• The Highlands of Iceland cover most of the country's interior. This area is a cold, volcanic desert, mostly uninhabited, with stunning glaciers and hot springs.

Africa

• The Ethiopian Highlands are a rugged mass of mountains in Ethiopia and Eritrea. They are sometimes called the "Roof of Africa" because of their height.
• The Bamenda Highlands in Cameroon are also known as the Western High Plateau. This region is known for its cool climate and fertile land.

Papua New Guinea

• Papua New Guinea has several provinces named after their highland geography, such as Eastern Highlands Province, Southern Highlands Province, and Western Highlands Province. These areas are home to diverse cultures and lush rainforests.

Thailand

• The Thai highlands are a mountain range in northern Thailand. They are famous for their cool weather and beautiful scenery.

United Kingdom

• The Scottish Highlands are a historic and mountainous region in Scotland. They are famous for their dramatic landscapes, lochs (lakes), and unique culture. The Highland (council area) is also an administrative region in Scotland.

Highlands in the United States

The United States has many towns, neighborhoods, and natural areas named Highland or Highlands.

Places Named Highland

• Highland, California is a city in San Bernardino County.
• Highland, Illinois is a city in Madison County.
• Highland, Kansas is a city in Doniphan County.
• Highland, Utah is a city in Utah County.
• Highland, Wisconsin is a village in Iowa County.
• Highland in Virginia was once the home of U.S. President James Monroe.

Places Named Highlands

• Highlands, New Jersey is a borough located on a peninsula.
• Highlands, New York is a town that includes the famous West Point military academy.
• The New York–New Jersey Highlands are a mountain range stretching across parts of New Jersey and New York.
• Highlands, North Carolina is a small town in the mountains, known for its cool summers.
• Highlands, Texas is a census-designated place near Houston.
• The Highlands (Seattle) is a historic gated community in Washington state.

Other Meanings of Highland or Highlands

The terms Highland or Highlands can also refer to other things, from music to animals.

Highland

• Music: "Highland" is a 1992 album by the group One More Time. Highland (band) is also a German music group.
• Animals: The Highland cattle are a famous breed of cattle from Scotland, known for their long horns and shaggy coats. The Highland pony is a strong horse breed also from Scotland.
• Fictional Place: Highland is the name of the fictional town where the cartoon characters Beavis and Butt-Head live.

Highlands

• Music: "Highlands" is a long song by the famous American singer-songwriter Bob Dylan, released in 1997.
• Television: "Highlands" is a Scottish television series.
• Skiing: Aspen Highlands is one of the popular ski areas near Aspen, Colorado, in the United States.

See also

In Spanish: Highland (desambiguación) para niños