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Edinburgh

Edinburgh has been the capital city of Scotland since the 15th century. It is the birthplace of many famous persons and a host of several famous festivals like Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the world's largest annual international arts festival, and many others. Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyrood house are just some of the great historical sites within the city. Edinburgh's cultural and historical attractions have made it the UK's second most popular tourist destination.

Edinburgh has a lot to offer. It is home to 12 national heritage sites such as Cammo Estate, Craigmillar Castle Park which was built in the 15th century, Water of Leith, Colinton and Craiglockhart Dells and many others. The city is rich with green areas and parks like Princes Street Gardens, The Meadows, Holyrood Park and many others. The coastline is completely delightful. Edinburgh's shore stretches for 9 miles and includes quaint old villages, long wide promenades and a busy seaport.

Edinburgh is a fantastic reflection of Scotland's breath-taking rural landscape, historic charm, flaunting cultural vibrancy and scenic wonder. Even its New Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. While here you have a chance to visit brilliant museums, fascinating historical attractions and remarkable architecture. The Old Town which lives and breathes history, Edinburgh Castle with the Scottish Crown Jewels and Stone of Destiny and The Royal Yacht Britannia which is one of the UK's best attractions.

Edinburgh castle dominates Scotland's capital. Within its wall, significant events have taken place, and it has witnessed many sieges. Throughout the history the castle changed hands many times. The Stone of Destiny, on which monarchs were enthroned for centuries, was returned to Scotland in 1996 and is displayed in the Crown Room ever since. Parts of the castle are still a military base, but the most considerable part is now a world-famous tourist attraction.

National Museum of Scotland's distinct collections will take you on a voyage of discovery through the history of Scotland and around the world, presenting the wonders of nature, design, art, fashion, science and technology - all under one roof. Natural World galleries show the story of our planet, while the World Cultures galleries link people and possessions across the globe. Scottish galleries offer you a chance to follow the story of Scotland from prehistory to the present day.

Holyrood Park is only a short stroll from Edinburgh's Royal Mile. Arthurs Seat is the parks highest point. It is an ancient volcano that sits 251m above sea level providing an exceptional view of the city. Inside the park you can visit St Anthony's Chapel - a 15th-century medieval chapel, Duddingston Loch - a freshwater loch rich in birdlife and a Salisbury Crags - a set of 150-foot cliff faces dominating Edinburgh's skyline.