Perth is a city in central Scotland situated on the banks of the River Tay. It serves as the administrative centre of Perth and Kinross council area and is the historic county town of Perthshire. The city had a population of approximately 47,350 as of 2020.
As a major settlement in central Scotland, Perth holds both contemporary administrative importance and historical significance within the region. Its position on the River Tay has shaped its development as a regional hub serving the surrounding Perthshire area.