 A
stunning city all round and arguably one of the most beautiful and most sophisticated
in Great Britain. Famous for its castle, its festival, its university, its shopping
and its restaurants, Edinburgh,
is the country's second-largest city and is situated in the central lowlands on
the south shore of the Firth of Forth on Scotland's East Coast. The capital of
Scotland since 1437 and the seat of the country's devolved government the city
is literally bristling with energy and excitement of the highest order. Well known
for the annual Edinburgh Festival, the largest performing arts festival in the
world, and for the Hogmanay street party the city boasts a marvellous range of
5-star visitor attractions and tours, to fabulous foods of every description and
from every continent. |
The
city is home to some of the best galleries and museums in the UK, so whether you're
into modern art, want to learn more about Scotland's history or fancy a trip down
memory lane with the toys of your childhood, the city has something for you. Add
great shopping and world-class theatre to the mix and you really are spoilt for
choice. That's where we can help - take a look at the listings below and find
your favourite things to do. Edinburgh's historic centre is divided into
two by the grand green belt of Princes Street Gardens. To the south the view is
dominated by Edinburgh Castle, whilst to the north lies Princes Street and the
New Town. Visitor attractions include: the National Gallery of Scotland,
Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Scottish National, Edinburgh Festival Theatre,
National War Museum of Scotland, Museum of Edinburgh , Writers Edinburgh Zoo,
Forth Bridge, Royal Botanic Garden and Scottish Parliament Building. |
Edinburgh
and the Lothians
