"My number one UK city!" Edinburgh by Sjalen


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On my top ten list of world cities so far! Dramatic location on and around seven hills which were once volcanoes. On the central cliff stands the famous castle which is a must to see but the rest of the town has loads to offer too, especially a great atmosphere. If you can find accommodation, be there for the annual festival in August when there is no better place on Earth to be at! The festival usually coincides with the
famous Edinburgh Tattoo.

The picture above show something that is almost in the city centre, yet this spectacular! It is Salisbury Crags, a range of hills which you can climb to get great views of the city. The castle is Holyrood Palace -QEII's official residence when she is in town and just at the lower end of the Royal Mile.

  • Last visit to Edinburgh: Aug 1996
  • Intro Written Sep 23, 2002
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    Bwana_Brown Jan 19, 2006 at 1:39 PM Report Abuse

    Quite an impressive looking castle perched above the city! Scotland is one of those destinations that is still on my 'Must See' list, but thanks for the preview!

  • Mariajoy Apr 13, 2005 at 1:31 PM Report Abuse

    Interesting page Charlotta! I can't wait to explore this lovely city for myself! (And those jacket potatoes look scrummy too!)

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    aadil Jan 8, 2003 at 7:51 PM Report Abuse

    My favourite city too!!! It has one of the most courteous people I've met anywhere! Great pics you've taken here!!!

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    hevbell Oct 11, 2002 at 3:38 AM Report Abuse

    Nice page on my favourite city! :) Need to find that Baked potato place next time I need a picnic lunch there :) Ps: Greyfriars is on Candelmaker Row

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    pollon Jun 11, 2002 at 9:09 AM Report Abuse

    spectacular not only the view but also your pic of it!!!

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    nsca May 2, 2002 at 4:33 AM Report Abuse

    Thanks for all the great info!

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    gihlani Apr 20, 2002 at 7:46 AM Report Abuse

    I hope I can stay there for the festival

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    funkymama Apr 18, 2002 at 3:15 AM Report Abuse

    excellent page with great pics

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    daarth Mar 13, 2002 at 7:38 AM Report Abuse

    :-)

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    margaretvn Mar 6, 2002 at 5:37 AM Report Abuse

    good page , one of my favourite cities

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