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Edinburgh Castle is an ancient fortress which, from its position atop Castle Rock, dominates the sky-line of the city of Edinburgh, and is Scotland's second most visited tourist attraction, after the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum in Glasgow. Human habitation of the site is dated back as far as the 9th century BC. As it stands today though, few of the castle's structures pre-date the 16th century, with the notable exception of St Margaret's Chapel, the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh, which dates from the early 12th century.
For the source and more detailed information concerning this subject, click on the related links section indicated below. One of the greatest sights of my life.... ( & I love my Napoleonics !) seeing the painting 'Closing the Gates of Hougomont' by Robert Gibb, a feature of the Battle of Waterloo in 1815. Edinburgh itself, & the castle in particular: Fantastic.
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∙ 12y agoEdinburgh is Scotlands capitol city and one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. If you visit in the summer there are several events on the are worth seeing, The Edinburgh Fringe and Military Tattoo are two of the most popular.
Two attractions well woth seeing are Edinburgh Zoo and Edinburgh Castle, but even a stroll around the city is a fantastic experience as there are many historic buildings around.
There is also some of Scotlands top Luxury hotels here, The Balmoral and the Scotsman are two of the most popular but there are also three Hilton hotels around the city centre.
Try http://www.roomsinedinburgh.com or the tourist board website at http://www.Edinburgh.org for further information.
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∙ 12y agoEdinburgh is the capital city of Scotland.
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∙ 13y agoEdinburgh is the capital of Scotland, and lies on the east coast of that country. Scotland lies to the North of England.
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∙ 13y agoEdinburgh is in Lothian, in the south east of Scotland, on the south bank of the Forth Estury opposite Fife.
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∙ 6y agoEdinburgh is in the South East of Scotland, see the related link below.
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∙ 13y agoEdinburgh is the capital city of Scotland.
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∙ 11y agoIts the capital city of Scotland
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What town or city is Edinburgh castle?
Edinburgh castle is located in Edinburgh.
Which is further north Edinburgh castle or Glasgow cathedral?
Edinburgh Castle, and the city of Edinburgh, are further north than Glasgow.
What is name of largest castle in Scotland?
The largest uninhabited castle is Doune. Largest inhabited castle is Floors. (I think!?!)
What castle is hogwarts shot at?
Edinburgh castle.
What is the address of Edinburgh Castle?
The address of Edinburgh Castle is 950 Geary Street, San Francisco, California. Edinburgh Castle is a pub that features events such as live music and theater.
What is the castle called in edinbough?
The castle is called Edinburgh Castle.
How old is Edinburgh Castle-?
Edinburgh Castle is around 70 billion years old. It was created around the Bronze age.
Why was Edinburgh castle built?
The castle is an ancient stronghold, and was a royal castle for King David I in the 12th century. The castle has been involved in many historical conflicts. Today, Edinburgh's skyline is dominated by the castle
What is Edinburgh castle situated on?
It is high on a hill overlooking the city of Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland.
Where is the Edinburgh Tattoo always performed?
At Edinburgh Castle in Scotland.
How many rooms in Edinburgh Castle?
there is 1600 rooms in the Edinburgh castle
Where can you find a castle as accommodation in Edinburgh that is close to Edinburgh castle?
Well that entirely depends what you mean by close. If you mean walking distance then there would be none, the main castle is central Edinburgh's only and best example.
