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River Dee

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8 story sections12 min 59 s in all
History & cultureBY TELLBY

Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation1:55

    Welcome to the River Dee, arguably Scotland's most iconic and spectacular river. Flowing for 145 kilometers from its source high in the heart of the Cairngorm Mountains to the harbor of Aberdeen, the Dee is a river of dramatic…

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  2. 2The Upper Reaches — The Granite Heart1:41

    We begin in the high uplands of the Cairngorms, where the River Dee is born. This is a semi-arctic environment, one of the most challenging in Britain. …

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  3. 3Braemar and the Sporting Estates1:38

    As we move into the middle reaches, the river enters the area around Braemar, where the landscape opens up into magnificent sporting estates. These lands have been actively managed for centuries for grouse and deer. …

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  4. 4The River Dee Damsels — A Tradition of Fishing1:29

    The River Dee is legendary in the world of fly fishing, boasting 47 different fishing beats, each with its own unique character and scenery. Among the many who cherish these waters are the 'River Dee Damsels,' an informal group…

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  5. 5Park Bridge and the Middle Catchment1:37

    Continuing our easterly journey, we reach Park Bridge, a significant crossing point in the middle catchment. Here, the river is wide and powerful, especially following heavy rains in the mountains. …

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  6. 6The Lower Reaches — Competition and Innovation1:36

    As the River Dee nears the city of Aberdeen, the competition for land intensifies. In the lower reaches, you see a mix of residential developments, commercial premises, and intensive agriculture. …

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  7. 7Aberdeen Harbour — Where the River Meets the Sea1:32

    Our journey concludes at Aberdeen Harbour, where the River Dee finally meets the North Sea. The harbor is a bustling hub of activity, a testament to the river's role in the economic life of the region. …

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  8. 8Closing1:31

    As we conclude our exploration of the River Dee, I hope you have gained a deeper understanding of this spectacular waterway. We have followed its course from the semi-arctic heights of the Cairngorms, through the royal estates of…

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What is River Dee?

River Dee is a place in 귀네드 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
Location귀네드
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Total length12 min 59 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates53.3539, -3.2258
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