In pictures: 9 of Scotland's most beautiful bridges

Arguably the most iconic bridge in Scotland, the Forth Rail Bridge stands as one of the greatest engineering feats of Victorian Britain.

The world’s longest cantilever bridge, it recently became a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is rightly considered as iconic to the capital as its eponymous castle or Arthur's Seat.

Designed by English engineers Sir John Fowler and Sir Benjamin Baker, construction of the bridge began in 1882, before being officially opened by the Prince of Wales, the future Edward VII, in 1890.

The old packhorse bridge, which gives the village of Carrbridge its name, was built in 1717 under commission by Brigadier-General Alexander Grant of Grant, and is considered to be the oldest stone bridge in the Highlands.

Known locally as the 'coffin bridge', it was built to allow funeral processions to access Duthil Church.

Sadly damaged during an incident known as the 'muckle spate' - a great flood which devastated much of Strathspey in 1829 - it is now considered unstable.

It now serves only as a pretty reminder of the past, when it was a key part of community life and when adventurous locals would jump from it into the cool waters of the river Dulnain below.

One of the most famous bridges in Scotland, Brig o' Doon is even referenced by Rabbie Burns in his poem Tam o' Shanter as the bridge Tam and his trusty mare Meg cross to escape the witch.

The beautiful single arch bridge's origins are disputed due to the fact it was said to be built sometime in the 15th century and records for the era are unclear on who actually designed or built it, though many credit one James Kennedy, the bishop of Dunkeld.

It has now become synonymous with weddings due its romantic setting and Brig o’ Doon House sees up to a hundred couples married off every year.

The bridge that could have its own IMDB, Glenfinnan Viaduct is most recognisable for appearing in several feature films including the Harry Potter series.

Built by rail and road engineer Sir Robert McAlpine, the railway viaduct on the West Highland Line in Glenfinnan, Lochaber, is situated at the head of Loch Shiel, and attracts thousands of visitors each year due to its beautiful setting and famous steam trains.

At 380 metres it is the longest concrete railway bridge in Scotland and crosses the River Finnan at a height of 100 feet.

Perhaps more accurately described as hauntingly beautiful, the bridge at Overtoun is famous not for its Gothic architecture or its archaic aesthetic, but the urban myth that surrounds it.

Built in 1895 after it was designed by the civil engineer H. E. Milner, the bridge spans the Overtoun burn, connecting Overtoun House to a part of the estate.

Its wonderful looking castellated bastions or its rich history, however, are not the subject of much of the discussion surrounding it.

In fact, the bridge has become famous due to the supposed number of dogs who have been known to leap from it to their deaths for no apparent reason.

Described by many as one of the most beautiful bridges in the world, Kylesku Bridge was built In 1984 to replace a previously unreliable ferry service in the West of Sutherland.

Its distinct curved concrete design was aimed at complimenting and being sympathetic to the stunning scenery in which it is set, the bridge - which has won several awards - was opened by the Queen.

Crossing the Loch a’Chairn Bhain, the bridge has helped local's lives be less dictated by weather and helped to improve transport links.

Perhaps the strangest looking bridge on this list, this wonderfully unique 18th century multi-arched bridge in Moray is also one of the hardest to find as the area around it is so overgrown.

The eerie-bridge is considered by many to be one of Scotland's most-neglected architectural treasures.

Looking like it has been transplanted from some alien landscape, the Craigmin Bridge, which sits on private land at the Letterfourie Estate, is considered 'at risk' by the Buildings at Risk Register for Scotland.

Curiously, on the northwest corner of the bridge, a doorway opens which leads on to a small room. Its origins are still a mystery though it is believed it is actually two bridges in one, with the top section being built to accommodate horse-drawn vehicles.

Whisky fans across the globe will know this bridge from one of their many visits to one of Scotland's most famous whisky-producing regions.

This wonderful looking cast iron arch bridge merges traditional masonry mock-medieval towers with a single arch iron span, and crosses the River Spey at Craigellachie, near to the village of Aberlour in Moray.

Designed by renowned civil engineer Thomas Telford, the bridge was built around 1812 and was considered ahead of its time.

The 'Gateway to the Isle of Skye' this magnificent bridge was designed to replace the ferry from Kyle of Lochalsh to Kyleakin on the Isle of Skye.

Originally tolled, the fees to cross the bridge - which were some of the highest in Europe - caused much anger among locals and tourists alike, leading to protesters pushing for them to be abolished - this duly happened in 2004.

Opened in 1995, the curving bridge is quite rightly described as one of Scotland's most beautiful bridges.