One of the trips that I want to do and that I am planning is the one that will take me to edinburgh, a city with a lot of charm that has many corners to discover. In addition to the places that are totally essential, such as its castle, there are others that must be noted to keep a list that must not be missed.
We are going to talk about the places to see in a visit to edinburgh, those spaces that we want to visit and enjoy if we are lucky enough to set foot in this ancient city. The Scottish capital is a place full of charm, with those old houses in the old city, known as Auld Reekie, or old chimney, because of the number of chimneys that were formerly. It is a place where it rains a lot, but this rain is undoubtedly part of its charm.
Edinburgh castle
This is the most emblematic place in the city, and without a doubt what the vast majority of us who want to visit this city have in mind. It stands majestically over the castle hill hill, with a cliff on three sides and only one part of the climb. Definitely a well protected castle in times of war. You go up at the beginning of the famous Royal Mile street. Once in the castle we will have to spend a lot of time to see all the details and enclosures, both inside and out. The cannons and the walls, the Chapel of Saint Margaret or the Honors of Scotland, which are the jewels in the crown.
Calton Hill
This is the hill that is on the edinburgh new town. There are several monuments that make it known as the 'Athens of the North', such as the National Monument of Scotland, imitating the columns of the Parthenon. You can also see the Observatory and the Nelson Monument, but the best thing about this hill is undoubtedly the panoramic views that we will have of the entire city.
Water of leith
This is a young part of the city, which runs along the river, and it seems to be growing and offering something interesting to tourists. From bars and restaurants to an atmosphere a little less noisy than the one in the center to be able to walk quietly. It is a fashionable neighborhood that we can certainly visit to see modern and picturesque places.
St. Giles Cathedral
St. Giles Cathedral is on the Royal Mile and close to Edinburgh Castle, making it easy to visit it all in the same day. This cathedral dates from the XNUMXth century but has undergone many reconstructions and different styles according to the periods, which has led it to be the building that it is today. Inside the cathedral you can visit its different parts, and we can see that it is made like chunks, since there are many styles. Its stained glass windows give it a very beautiful appearance, and you have to visit the Chapel of the Thistle, where there is a beautiful gothic style and we can look for an angel playing the bagpipes, that instrument so typical of Scotland.
National Museum of Scotland
This museum is one of the most interesting in the city, and in it you can travel through all the history of scotland to the present day. It is in a modern building with six floors in which different themes are distributed. There are all kinds of objects and wings, so it is undoubtedly a visit that can please everyone.
The old city
This is a place that you are going to pass by, since in the old city of Edinburgh there is its castle or the cathedral, but we must take an afternoon to visit the oldest part of the city without any rush. Stroll down the Royal Mile and get lost in the streets until discover new corners and all the past of this city.
Holyrood palace
Also known as the Palace of Holyroodhouse is the official residence of the Queen of England in Scotland. You can enjoy a guided tour where we can see the rooms for the ceremonies and the royal apartments, the tapestries and paintings and all the Baroque-style details of the interior, which will not leave anyone indifferent. Of course, in case the Queen is visiting Edinburgh, we will have to leave the visit for the next one, as there are only guided tours in case she is absent.
Royal Botanical Garden
This Royal Botanical Garden is a place of experimentation with nature, created in 1670 by two doctors who used medicinal plants. It has 28 hectares and with different areas differentiated. The Chinese Garden or the Wooded Garden are some of those parts dedicated to a specific vegetation. It is one of people's favorite places to relax and stroll, and certainly a must for nature lovers.