Edinburgh--- the capital of Scotland
Nothing I love better than taking the train through to Edinburgh. Once you arrive at Waverley station you walk out to the sound of the bagpipes. You feel as if you have arrived in the capital city of a special country.
Sometimes we walk up the Royal mile and look at the many tourist shops. If with the guys then Rose street is good for a few beers. Edinburgh is one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
Nothing I love better than taking the train through to Edinburgh. Once you arrive at Waverley station you walk out to the sound of the bagpipes. You feel as if you have arrived in the capital city of a special country.
Sometimes we walk up the Royal mile and look at the many tourist shops. If with the guys then Rose street is good for a few beers. Edinburgh is one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
Edinburgh has the most listed sites in the UK outside of London, with more than 4,500 buildings making the list.
Edinburgh Festival
The city hosts the annual Edinburgh Festival, a group of official and independent festivals held annually over about four weeks beginning in early August. The number of visitors attracted to Edinburgh for the Festival is roughly equal to the settled population of the city. The best-known of these events are the Edinburgh Fringe, the largest performing-arts festival in the world; the Edinburgh International Festival; the Edinburgh Military Tattoo; and the Edinburgh International Book Festival. Other annual events include the Hogmanay street party and the Beltane Fire Festival. Edinburgh attracts over 1 million overseas visitors a year, making it the second most visited tourist destination in the United Kingdom.
Scotland is @RoughGuides - number two must see countries in 2017 Come and see it for yourself.Below is a map to help you plan a visit to the capital of Scotland.
High street
Edinburgh is one of the best walking cities in the world. Try it- you will love it. Try walking up some of the cities fabulous closes. Walking is free plus it helps your fitness.
Edinburgh Castle
The historic centre of Edinburgh is divided in two by the broad green swath of Princes Street Gardens. To the south the view is dominated by Edinburgh Castle, built high on the castle rock, and the long sweep of the Old Town descending towards Holyrood Palace. To the north lie Princes Street and the New Town.
The West End includes the financial district, with insurance and banking offices as well as the Edinburgh International Conference Centre.
The Old and New Towns of Edinburgh were listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995 in recognition of the unique character of the Old Town with its medieval street layout and the planned Georgian New Town, including the adjoining Dean Village and Calton Hill areas. There are over 4,500 listed buildings within the city, a higher proportion relative to area than any other city in the United Kingdom.
The West End includes the financial district, with insurance and banking offices as well as the Edinburgh International Conference Centre.
The Old and New Towns of Edinburgh were listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995 in recognition of the unique character of the Old Town with its medieval street layout and the planned Georgian New Town, including the adjoining Dean Village and Calton Hill areas. There are over 4,500 listed buildings within the city, a higher proportion relative to area than any other city in the United Kingdom.
The Royal Mile
Hogmanay
A special time to visit Edinburgh is Hogmanay. Visitors from all over the world come to see how us Scots celebrate New Year`s eve. There is always great demand for the Princess street party.With fireworks and top acts playing on the stage. I had the pleasure of taking party in the torchlight parade.
A special time to visit Edinburgh is Hogmanay. Visitors from all over the world come to see how us Scots celebrate New Year`s eve. There is always great demand for the Princess street party.With fireworks and top acts playing on the stage. I had the pleasure of taking party in the torchlight parade.
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National Gallery of Scotland Jan 2014
Rodin's The Kiss was my highlight of my visit to the Scottish National Gallery.
Auguste Rodin`s marble sculpture has been loaned to the Gallery for one year. You only have to 2nd of February 2014 to see this magnificent sculpture returns to the Tate Gallery in London. This life-size 19th century sculpture is thought to be Rodins most famous work.
Rodin's The Kiss was my highlight of my visit to the Scottish National Gallery.
Auguste Rodin`s marble sculpture has been loaned to the Gallery for one year. You only have to 2nd of February 2014 to see this magnificent sculpture returns to the Tate Gallery in London. This life-size 19th century sculpture is thought to be Rodins most famous work.
The Old town -Highlights include:
- Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Scottish Parliament
- Old Town
- National Museum of Scotland
- Grassmarket
- Edinburgh Castle
- New Town
Towering over the city, Edinburgh Castle is a fab view point, You can see for miles around.
Holyrood Palace
Scottish Parliament
Forth Bridge
Latest trip through Oct 2019
October 2019
Dean village
Fringe 2022
Dean Village 17th May 2024
St Marys
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