Edinburgh Historic buildings pictures

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The capital of Scotland combines ancient architecture and fascinating history with a vibrant cultural scene and world-famous festivals.

Stroll around the refined Georgian quarter of Edinburgh to encounter iconic monuments, stunning art galleries and an array of stores.

This storied fortification has been at the heart of Scottish history for almost a thousand years, and remains the home of the glittering crown jewels.

Shaped like a crouching lion, this city centre hill offers a panorama over Edinburgh and the surrounding area.

Stroll around the refined Georgian quarter of Edinburgh to encounter iconic monuments, stunning art galleries and an array of stores.

Stroll around the refined Georgian quarter of Edinburgh to encounter iconic monuments, stunning art galleries and an array of stores.

Admire the spectacular spire and ornate design of this ancient hub of Christian life.

Stroll around the refined Georgian quarter of Edinburgh to encounter iconic monuments, stunning art galleries and an array of stores.

Admire the spectacular spire and ornate design of this ancient hub of Christian life.

This is a wonderful spot to look out over Edinburgh, and is home to a range of memorials, not to mention the seat of the Scottish government.

This is a wonderful spot to look out over Edinburgh, and is home to a range of memorials, not to mention the seat of the Scottish government.

Stroll around the refined Georgian quarter of Edinburgh to encounter iconic monuments, stunning art galleries and an array of stores.

Wander the narrow alleys of Edinburgh\'s historic center to discover the hidden delights of an area that also encompasses some of the city\'s top attractions.

Stretching through the middle of the Old Town, this ancient thoroughfare brings you on a walk through the heart of Edinburgh history and tradition.

Explore the decadent splendour of life amongst the rich of 18th-century Edinburgh in this immaculately restored Georgian townhouse.

Explore the decadent splendour of life amongst the rich of 18th-century Edinburgh in this immaculately restored Georgian townhouse.

Stretching through the middle of the Old Town, this ancient thoroughfare brings you on a walk through the heart of Edinburgh history and tradition.

Millions of examples of the written and printed word are held in this enormous repository of Scotland\'s past and cultural heritage.

One of Edinburgh\'s most emblematic monuments, this tower was built to honour the exploits of the famous writer Sir Walter Scott.

Admire the spectacular spire and ornate design of this ancient hub of Christian life.

Stretching through the middle of the Old Town, this ancient thoroughfare brings you on a walk through the heart of Edinburgh history and tradition.

Explore the decadent splendour of life amongst the rich of 18th-century Edinburgh in this immaculately restored Georgian townhouse.

Explore the decadent splendour of life amongst the rich of 18th-century Edinburgh in this immaculately restored Georgian townhouse.

Come and view works by European masters and the finest of Scottish painting in this free art gallery.