Located in the northern isles of Scotland, this archipelago is the largest island in the area and is also known as "The Mainland". It has a vivid historical value and encapsulates the history of the Old Irish and many other cultures during the festivities celebrated such as the St Magnus International Arts Festival, it also promotes future development with festivals such as Orkney International Science Festival.  Orkney has a large amount of literature and folklore that has been the source of curiosity for many authors.