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Edinburgh’s Gaelic Place Names
Edinburgh’s Gaelic Place Names…
Escaping Edinburgh by Train
Escaping Edinburgh by Train…
National Symbols of Scotland
National Symbols of Scotland…
Edinburgh’s Nicknames
Edinburgh’s Nicknames…
Edinburgh and Modern Medicine
Edinburgh has a long history for the study and practice of medicine. Edinburgh University’s Medical School continues to be an important centre of teaching today.
The Toll Booths of Edinburgh
Many buildings in Edinburgh bear the name ‘toll.’ In 1713 the main trunk roads into the city were turnpiked.
The Scott Monument
Sir Walter Scott was a popular poet and writer in his own time. He passed on 21 September 1832 and in the same year, the great and the good of the city agreed that they wished to commemorate his life with memorial.
The Ghosts and Ghouls of Edinburgh
Edinburgh is famed for its spooky past, accounted for by its rich and tumultuous history. Here is a selection of the more famous ghost tales.
Mary Queen of Scots and Edinburgh
Mary Queen of Scots and Edinburgh. Queen Mary resided at Holyroodhouse Palace between 1561 and 1567.
Edinburgh and Harry Potter
The author Joanne Rowling wrote the Harry Potter series of seven books while living in Edinburgh. It is possible to visit some of the cafés where she would sit and write. Although none of the films were filmed in Edinburgh, Rowling has confirmed that the inspiration for many aspects of the books lies in the city.
Antony Gormley at the Water of Leith
Antony Gormley, a winner of the much coveted Turner Prize, created ‘6 TIMES’ in 2010, a series of six cast-iron sculptures. The life-size sculptures present a wonderful opportunity to discover Edinburgh’s river, the Water of Leith
For a Rainy Day in Edinburgh
For a Rainy Day in Edinburgh. Always check for opening times or whether reservations are needed before heading out.
The Seven Hills of Edinburgh
In antiquity, the ancient cities of Rome and Athens each stretched across the so-called ‘Seven Hills.’ In true neoclassical style, Edinburgh also has seven hills.
For the Best Views of Edinburgh Castle
For the Best Views of Edinburgh Castle….
The New Town and the Jacobite Rebellion
Under Henry VIII, England became a Protestant land. On 6 February 1685, James II of England and James VII of Scotland, one king for two kingdoms, ascended to the throne.
Scot Townhouse
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O Edina!
Edinburgh. This is the capital of the Scots, and no messing around. Volcanic cliffs impose their will across the cityscape. Royal palaces gaze gaily upon each other along the Mile, separated by a privileged history of pride and invention. The inspiration-kissed architecture of the Old jeers in jest at the New. Strolling the rolling hills brings blithe wonderment. How can a city rival that of Athena? Edinburgh is the gateway to the kind folk of this northern land. It is a place that makes your heart beat, loudly. Gie it laldy when yer here!
Edinburgh. This is the capital of the Scots, and no messing around. Volcanic cliffs impose their will across the cityscape. Royal palaces gaze gaily upon each other along the Mile, separated by a privileged history of pride and invention. The inspiration-kissed architecture of the Old jeers in jest at the New. Strolling the rolling hills brings blithe wonderment. How can a city rival that of Athena? Edinburgh is the gateway to the kind folk of this northern land. It is a place that makes your heart beat, loudly. Gie it laldy when yer here!
Laugh at festivals that enchant. Dance in yer kilt at ceilidhs. Walk the intellectual streets of Burns and Scott. Savour yer cranachan while sipping on a wee dram of whisky. Breathe in its freshest air as it blows in from the Sea of the North. Every moment of every memory will stay with you for a lifetime. Now’s the day and now's the hour; let Auld Reekie work her wee magic on ye. This is not another random town for you to see; this is Edinburgh who causes you to stand and gasp. She enraptures you. She ensnares playfully. Edina! Scotia’s darling seat!
Laugh at festivals that enchant. Dance in yer kilt at ceilidhs. Walk the intellectual streets of Burns and Scott. Savour yer cranachan while sipping on a wee dram of whisky. Breathe in its freshest air as it blows in from the Sea of the North. Every moment of every memory will stay with you for a lifetime. Now’s the day and now's the hour; let Auld Reekie work her wee magic on ye. This is not another random town for you to see; this is Edinburgh who causes you to stand and gasp. She enraptures you. She ensnares playfully. Edina! Scotia’s darling seat!