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CNN has named Scotland as the number one destination for tourists to visit this year.

The country's "dramatic countryside" such as the West Highland Way and Rob Roy Way walking routes were listed among the attractions.

The US news channel's website lists highlights including events planned around the Year of Natural Scotland, such as Dumfries and Galloway Wildlife Festival, Heb Celt music festival and Scottish Food and Drink Fortnight.

Mike Cantlay, chairman of VisitScotland, said: "The global success of Brave and the awe-inspiring images of Scotland in Skyfall will have whetted the appetite of many potential visitors from home and around the world."

Scotland came ahead of Rabat in Morocco, Colombia and Amsterdam.