 Edinburgh
The gorgeous capital city of Scotland offers breathtaking views, hundreds of years of history, and a great nightlife. Edinburgh is one of the most architecturally beautiful cities in Europe, but you'll find much more than just lovingly preserved buildings. The city has the advantage of a compact, convenient layout and warm, welcoming people, yet with a cosmopolitan atmosphere. The Scottish Parliament opened in 1998, making the city once again the center of Scotland’s political life.
The city also offers plenty of pubs, trendy cafes, vegetarian restaurants, and small boutiques, as well as great clubs. Edinburgh is the U.K.'s festival city and home to the famous International Festival every August. The city hosts other film, music, and art festivals in the spring and summer as well.
Edinburgh has the largest collection of historic buildings, museums, art galleries and theatres of any city in Scotland. Three of Scotland's most important National Galleries are all situated within walking distance of the city centre and the university as well as numerous art galleries and centers.
Edinburgh is a great base for travel. Catch a train to any large city in England or Scotland; Edinburgh is just one hour from Glasgow and St. Andrews, and five hours from London. Or head north into the beautiful Scottish Highlands.
Links to Local Tourist Websites:
Scottish Highlands
Edinburgh and Lothians Tourist Board
Edinburgh’s Old Town
Edinburgh Guide.com
Time Out Edinburgh
Up My Street
Edinburgh Newspapers:
Edinburgh Evening News
Edinburgh Gazette
Edinburgh Times
South Edinburgh Echo
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