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The Old, The New and The Fun. Enjoy Edinburgh
Take the high road or the low road but when you visit Scotland make sure you give yourself enough time to stop and savour the sites and delights in beautiful Edinburgh.
Old and new
This historic city has an old and new town with a range of interesting attractions and diversions in both. The medieval Old Town is a network of alleyways and cobbled streets with the most famous of them all, the Royal Mile which all lead up to Edinburgh Castle.
The stunning icon of the Scottish capital is located on a dramatic spot on a volcanic outcrop. Inside, there are so many activities and exhibitions that it’s worth arriving early in the day if you don’t want to miss anything.
In the same area, St. Giles’s cathedral dating from the 12th century is worth a visit for its ornate stained glass windows and vaulted ceiling.
New town
Contrasting with the labyrinth of Old Town, down the hill, the grid-like streets of the new town of Edinburgh were inspired by the Scottish Enlightenment. The bustling shopping hub, Princes Street, is lined by gardens of the same name which make for a pleasant walk or for enjoying an al fresco sandwich.
Further along on Queen Street, the Scottish National Portrait Gallery is worth dropping into to see portraits of the country’s most famous figures including Mary Queen of Scots and Sean Connery.
Gothic architecture
Along Princes Street is the extraordinary Scott’s Monument which was built in 1846 in honour of writer Sir Walter Scott of Ivanhoe fame. The 287 steps lead to an incomparable view of Edinburgh at the top of a monument which is the biggest to any writer anywhere in the world.
Time to relax
While in the city centre, make a pit stop on George Street where some of the city’s most trendy bars and chic restaurants are found. On the subject of food, make sure you try haggis, a traditional Scottish dish. You’ll either love or hate it but it is worth tasting!
estival fun
If you are visiting the city during the summer months, you have got to take in at least one show in the Edinburgh Festival. A springboard for up-and-coming artists, the famous Fringe Festival consists of comedy, drama, dance and music showcased around the clock. You might even be lucky and catch the next big thing while they’re still perfecting their craft!
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- 10 Places You Must Visit In Edinburgh
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