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Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland and home to about 500,000 people. It is located on the east coast of Scotland near the North Sea.

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How long did Robert Burns stay in Edinburgh for?

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Robert Burns spent a total of about 18 months in Edinburgh from 1786 to 1788.

What is the mystery of Flannan Isle?

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The mystery on Flannan isle is the disappearance of 3 light house maintenance men who vanished during a 2 week "tour of duty" on the isolated island during December of the year 1900. There was a system in place where, if in case of a emergency, a flag could be put up in the lighthouse, which could be seen from a fixed telescope on the mainland. But there was a terrible fog which lasted , i believe, almost the whole 2 weeks, preventing potential help from coming, if they needed it.

One night a passing boat reported that the light was out. It had seen it on the night before, and with no reason for it to be out, it was curious.

Hearing it was out Robert Muirhead, the lighthouses Superintendent, quickly charted a boat to the island to check on his men. Fighting furious winds and wild seas, he finally reached the island, and the storm was said to have stopped once he arrived. He and a small rescue crew entered the lighthouse to see if the maintnence men were OK.

They were nowhere to be found. Upon inspection of the lighthouse, there were some strange things. First of all, the clock inside the lighthouse was completely stopped. there was no fire or even evidence of a fire in the fireplace. And maybe strangest, there was a full meal cooked and prepared and set on the table, but not touched at all. They then searched the entire island with no success. The 3 men seemed to have just vanished into thin air.

SPOILER ALERT!! ANSWER TO THE MYSTERY.

-if u want it to stay a mystery i would suggest stop reading, if not read on!!

In the days after the incident, Muirhead did a full investigation on the island and found that the storm had cause substantial damage to the jetty and railings and that the moor ropes and crane handles had been washed away and the ropes had become entangled.

Their conclusion! the men had gone out into the storm to try and fix the problem before it became a bigger problem. They had gone quite close to the islands high cliffs. It was likely that while working, 1 of two things could have happened. 1- The strong wind had blown them off the rocks and into the sea. or 2- a high wave swept them out.

After finding out that the wind was blowing UPHILL that night, it was concluded that a freak wave swept them off the rocks and out to sea, never to be seen again.

Some pages on the internet suggest that aliens, the supernatural, or even sea monsters got the men. Truth is, the sea claimed them.

***By the way to add a little realism to it, go to google maps, type in Flannan Isle, and zoom in to inspect the island. its pretty crazy.

What is the telephone area code for Edinburgh?

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The area code for Edinburgh is 0131.

Edinburgh phone numbers are seven digits long, giving a total number length of 11 digits when dialling within the United Kingdom. For example: 0131 496 0018.

From outside the United Kingdom, the country code +44 should be used, with the inital '0' of the 0131 number removed. For example: +44 131 496 0018.

Note: Edinburgh is not in England, it is in Scotland. These are different countries, although both are within the United Kingdom.

What materials were castles made from?

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Castles were typically made from a combination of stone, wood, and sometimes brick. The choice of materials depended on the resources available in the region where the castle was being constructed. Stone was the most common material for the main structure of the castle due to its strength and durability. Wood was often used for interior fittings and decorations.

How long is the flight from Edinburgh to sharm el sheikh?

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The flight from Edinburgh to Sharm El Sheikh typically takes around 6 hours and 10 minutes. It is a direct flight meaning there are no stops or layovers in between.

  • Departure from Edinburgh - 8:15 AM
  • Arrival in Sharm El Sheikh - 2:25 PM

The flight time can vary as can the departure and arrival times so it is best to check the exact flight times when booking tickets.

What is the capital of Scotland?

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Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland.

Scotland has no national capital, as such, because it is part of the United Kingdom. However, they have been granted certain legislative powers, including tax-raising authority, and their parliament is in EDINBURGH.

Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland.

What is an Edinburgh boy called?

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Edinburgersandchips

a gay old man who lives on burgers and chips

How long is the flying time from Edinburgh to Cyprus?

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A random search Edinburgh (EDI) to Larnaca (LCA) shows: OPTION 1: 07hr 25min

EDI - LHR BMI British Midland Airways Flt 51 Dep 06:30am 05Jun,Fri

LHR - LCA Cyprus Airways Flt 327 Dep 09:30am 05Jun,Fri

Flight Duration: 5hr 55min; Layover Time: 1hr 30min; Total Trip Time: 7hr 25min

1-way Economy Fare US$347.oo + Taxes & Fees US$97 OPTION 2: 08hr 00min

EDI - LHR BMI British Midland Airways Flt 63 Dep 18:25hrs 29May,Fri

LHR - LCA Cyprus Airways Flt 333 Dep 22:00hrs 29May,Fri

1-way Economy fare (incl. taxes & fees) GBP 301.30

What is the old gun called in Edinburgh castle?

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One o'clock (and midnight on 31 December)

How far way is Edinburgh from the sea?

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Yes. Capital of Scotland. Simple geography :)

What is the air mileage distance from Red Deer Alberta Canada to Edinburgh Scotland?

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The air distance from Red Deer, Alberta, Canada, to Edinburgh, Scotland, is 3,999 miles. That equals 6,436 kilometers or 3,475 nautical miles.

How long will it take to get from dundee to Edinburgh?

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About six or seven hours depending on which train you catch.

How long is a train jorney from London to Edinburgh?

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There are no direct trains. You will have to change trains and stations in Central London.

How long does it take from wigan to Edinburgh on a train?

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Approximately 1 hour - this can vary dependant on time of travel. According to train timetable it can vary from 54 mins to 58 mins on direct routes. If however you travel via Glasgow Central you can add on an extra 25 minutes (so better to go direct!)

How long Edinburgh to belfast train?

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You can't travel directly to Belfast by train because Belfast is in Ireland (an island) and Edinburgh is in Scotland.

What is the postcode for Edinburgh coach station?

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The post code is EH1 3DX

How positive are the consumer reviews of the Sheraton Grand Hotel in Edinburgh?

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The average rating of Sheraton Edinburgh is 4 stars, this is to attribute to their great facilities, customer service and their location can't be beat. Lots of people recommend this particular hotel.

What is the flight time from Edinburgh to Nice?

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The flight time from Dublin in Ireland to Nice in France is approximately 2 hours and 19 minutes.

The exact travel time will vary as it depends on factors such as weather conditions, flight speed, refuelling stops and delays. Your airline can provide additional information.

Has Edinburgh always been the capital of Scotland?

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No. It became capital in 1436

Is Paris south of Edinburgh?

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London, England is South of Edinburgh, Scotland and North of Paris, France.

How far by car from dublin to Edinburgh?

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By road: 295 miles. Driving time: 7 hours, 38 minutes. or as the crow flies... 213 miles (343km) (185 nautical miles)

How long does it take to drive to London from Edinburgh?

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Kings Cross > Edinburgh is roughly 4h 30. London Waterloo > Edinburgh is roughly 5h.

Distance from Bristol to Edinburgh?

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About 373 miles, or 600 kilometres.