GET TO KNOW EDINBURGH

Edinburgh seems like two separate cities – the 18th-century new town’s elegant Georgian terraced neighbourhoods from the old town’s narrow lanes, steep staircases, and hidden passageways. It’s the perfect mix of the old and new and has lots of firsts!

THE ROYAL MILE This steep street in the old town really does capture the soul of the city with historic monuments everywhere you look, including St. Giles’ Cathedral, Holyrood House Palace, and Edinburgh Castle at the top of the hill. Scattered in between, there’s souvenir shops, quaint pubs, and a hive of activity. Joining a walking tour is the best way to find out about this areas fascinating history. CASTLE ON THE HILL Edinburgh Castle looms over the city from its tactical location on top of Castle Rock. It’s one of the oldest castles in the UK and like a lot of Edinburgh’s history, it’s both fascinating and gruesome! You can take a tour through the castle and learn about daring night sieges and fierce battles against the English. The…

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Beautifully British (Digital) - 1 Issue, Issue 10 - October 2021

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