"The Jewel of Scotland" Edinburgh by lamentforicarus

Edinburgh Travel Guide: 4,089 reviews and 6,143 photos

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

With its vibrant history, colorful festivals, endlessly entertaining pubs and crowning castle, Edinburgh is one of the most fascinating cities in Europe. The shrill song of bagpipes rings out over Royal Mile, where visitors can buy any variation of plaid tartan or a family crest. The Edinburgh castle perches over Old Town, dominating the city skyline along with the spires of St. Giles Cathedral and the Walter Scott Monument. The cacophony of cheers and shouts resounding from local pubs and taverns fills the night air with wonder and excitement.

I have had the privilege of visiting this marvelous city twice, once in 2000 and again in 2004, and both times this city has captivated me with its charm. Walking down its cobblestone streets in a drizzling rain with “Scotland the Brave” playing faintly in the distance is an experience not to be missed.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Fascinating History and Culture
Cons:Rain

Last visit to Edinburgh: Jul 2004
Intro Updated Sep 20, 2004
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Written Sep 20, 2004

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anpe Dec 13, 2005 at 3:01 PM Report Abuse

MY FAVOURITE TOWN!! YOUR PICS ARE ...FANTASTIC!! HAPPY TRAVELLS! REGARDS FROM GREECE! ANNA
Tourtech Apr 7, 2005 at 9:27 AM Report Abuse

Great shots of the city. Looking forward to your descriptions. Safe travels from travelling Canadians!
morgane1692 Sep 19, 2004 at 2:45 PM Report Abuse

That's quite a bit of sun in your Castle shot here, seriously! Btw, Flag? Who knew. I lived & worked at the Canyon years ago, coming down to Flag for shopping & a movie was big time, I tell you. Small world.
CALSF Sep 4, 2004 at 3:49 PM Report Abuse

Awesome pic! Looking forward to your tips.