Published in Scotland Magazine Issue 29 on 25/10/2006.

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Colin & Justin

The first of a new series in which Christopher Fisher will interview a different Scottish celebrity. This issue, he talks to television design duo Colin McAllister & Justin Ryan

Tell us about your five favourite places in Scotland. Colin: “My favourite place was located in St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art, but has recently relocated to Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum in Glasgow.

“I love the fact that I actually own, in a roundabout way, the Salvador Dali painting Christ of St John of The Cross. The City of Glasgow owns it and as a tax payer I own that painting as well. I love that painting, I go and visit it a lot. Wherever that painting is, that’s where you will find me.” Justin: “One of my favourite places is the hotel Glasgow Malmaison. It’s just around the corner from our house meaning we can take our friends there whenever we like. It was one of the first Malmaisons, which started off as a Scottish chain, and has gone on to dominate this end of the hospitality trade.” Colin: “I really like Glencoe. You drive through this big valley and it feels like you’re alive, there’s electricity that comes off the earth and you can actually feel like a creation has taken place. It’s so powerful and beautiful you feel humbled by the magnitude of it. It’s best to go after the winter as there are fantastic glacial waterfalls. You can taste the clarity in the water – an incredible place.” Justin: “Another favourite place of mine is the top of Ben Nevis as I was born in the Highlands of Scotland and raised in Fort William. Whenever I want some piece and quiet, I’ll jump in the car, drive to Fort William and climb up to admire the view.

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By Christopher Fisher

Section : Celebrity Scotland

Page number : 28