Edinburgh is located in the southeast of Scotland. It lies along the Firth of Forth, which runs into the nearby North Sea. Most importantly, Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland.
The city attracts some one million overseas visitors each year and after London, is the second-most visited tourist destination in the United Kingdom. It owes its beauty and appeal to its rugged setting, vast collection of modern and old architecture and intellectual history. It is widely acknowledged as being one of the most picturesque cities in Europe and was voted the “most desirable city to live in the UK”, in a 2009 YouGov poll.
Edinburgh offers the perfect balance between all things contemporary and traditional, with streets steeped in history and a thriving cultural scene.
Exploring Edinburgh is a real pleasure and visitors are sure to experience views that are picture postcard perfect. There are mysterious winding streets and elegant terraces and there is an abundance of bars, restaurants and shops.
A must-see, right at the city’s heart, is the UNESCO World Heritage Site. There, visitors can see the combined mediaeval Old Town and Georgian New Town, where modern award winning architecture sits adjacent to historic buildings.
For tales of Scotland’s past, visitors can go to the Lothians region, which consists of East Lothian, Midlothian and West Lothian. In these areas, mediaeval chapels, dramatic castles and stately homes all provide an idea of Scotland’s impressive history.
The entire area has many scenic villages and historic towns, championship golf courses, award winning beaches and a number of Scotland’s most remarkable attractions. To visit Edinburgh or for flights to Edinburgh, contact your local travel agent.
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