Quick Facts
- Edinburgh Castle, perched atop Castle Rock, has been a royal fortress for over 1,000 years and is home to the Honours of Scotland, the oldest crown jewels in the UK.
- The Royal Mile, stretching approximately one mile from Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, is lined with historic sites, shops, and restaurants, making it a vibrant artery of the city.
- Edinburgh is the first city in the world to be designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2004, recognizing its rich literary heritage and the number of writers who have called it home, including Sir Walter Scott and J.K. Rowling.
- The city hosts the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the world's largest arts festival, which features over 3,500 performances from thousands of artists across more than 300 venues every August.
- Arthur's Seat, an ancient volcano and the main peak in the group of hills in Edinburgh, stands at 251 meters (823 feet) and offers panoramic views of the city and beyond, attracting hikers and nature lovers year-round.
Travel Details
- Country
- Scotland
- Population
- 548K
- Daily Budget
- $80-160
- Best Time to Visit
- May-Sep
- Current Weather
- ☁️5°C/41°FPartly Cloudy
- Currency
- £ GBP
- Coordinates
- 55.9533, -3.1883
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