Escape to the ‘Fair City’ this year and stay in Perth’s best hotels, found in old country houses to Scottish palaces Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discounts Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Get Simon Calder’s Travel email Email * SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy notice Perth used to be the capital of Scotland and it still retains a swathe of regal grandeur, with elegant