Vibrant Edinburgh Scotland:
Scotland’s historic and spirited capital is popular with visitors day and night, some lured by the many cultural events, some seeking to re-connect with their ancestral past and others simply content to stroll the streets admiring the unspoilt architecture WORDS | ROBIN GLOVER
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DINBURGH, SOMETIMES referred to as the “Athens of the North”, is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. It has two distinct areas: the Old Town, dominated by a medieval fortress; and the neo- classical New Town, dating from the 18th century. The harmonious connection of these two contrasting historic areas, each with many important buildings, is what gives the city its unique character and saw it awarded World Heritage Site status by UNESCO in 1995. Both beautiful and fun, Edinburgh is a city known not only for its impressive history and heritage, but for its festivals and culture. From Fire Festivals to the Fringe,
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The Edinburgh International Festival to the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, Edinburgh truly comes alive as a destination during the summer months. Throughout the entire month of August The Edinburgh International Festival takes over the city and The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, (which due to the pandamic has been cancelled in 2021, back from 5 – 27 August 2022) takes place on the Castle Esplanade. The Edinburgh International Festival started in 1950 to raise spirits in the midst of post-war austerity. It has grown over the decades to become one of the world’s leading multi-genre arts festivals showcasing the greatest contemporary artists performing a diverse range of art forms. →
