the capital of Scotland since at least the
15th century. Being one of the biggest
financial centres in the United Kingdom
and being rich with cultural, historical
diversions, this city gets millions of
visitors every year. Scottish people
called it Auld Reekie, Edina, Athens of
the North and Britain’s Other Eye. The
medieval and classic stone architecture
makes this city unique in its own
existence, and before kicking off your
journey towards the highlands, this place
is a must visit.Just to make me realise that I was in
Scotland already, guess who welcomes
me at the train station? The national
instrument of Scotland — Bagpipes. I
was expecting this somewhere in the
highlands but not right away with my
first step. The sound of the instrument
is unbelievably royal. The vibrant attires
of the bagpipers (kilt) added up more
to the warm welcome. I could not resist
clicking a few frames of this stunning
scene. Perfect opening frame for the
expedition, isn’t it?“The city whispers: come
Look at me, listen to the beating of my heart
I am the place you have seen in dreams
I am a stage for you to play upon
I am Edinburgh”- Alexander McCall Smith
Scenes at the
high street of
EdinburghEvening saga of Edinburgh streets — offers
some amazing city vibes in the presence of
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