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Strathmore (Scottish Gaelic:An Srath Mòr) is a broad valley orstrath in east-centralScotland, lying between theGrampian mountains and theSidlaws.It is approximately 50 mi (80 km) long and 10 mi (16 km) wide. Strathmore is underlain byOld Red Sandstone but this is largely obscured byglacial till, sands and gravels deposited during theice age.[1][2] Its northeast to southwest alignment is influenced by the underlying geological structure of the area which reflects the dominantCaledonian trend of both the central lowlands and the Highlands of Scotland; its northern margin reflects the presence of theHighland Boundary Fault. Strathmore is fertile and has some of Scotland's best arable farmland, producing soft fruits and cereals.
The Romans established a series ofmarching camps in Strathmore as they moved northwards through the valley. Other antiquities includePictish stones such as theEassie Stone.[3][4]
TheEarl of Strathmore takes his title from the valley, and his seat,Glamis Castle, lies within its bounds.
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