Edinburgh – ‘E’ it’s grand!
Jenny Matlock’s fabulous Alphabe-Thursday has moved to the letter ‘E’. As those of you who follow my posterous blog will know, hubby and I have recently been to Scotland for a visit and stayed in Edinburgh.
It is a wonderful city although at the moment, many of the roads have been completely dug up to make way for a new tram system. The residents have been long suffering over this as it has been going on for a long time while the Council makes up it’s mind on the route but it is now on it’s way and will certainly make getting around much eaiser.
There is an air of grandness about the city which is over-looked by the impressive Arthur’s Seat. It has large granite tenaments that tower skywards and the history that they hold can be seen in a number of small museums that celebrate the social and economic development of the city.
Whilst we were there we visited the new museum. It cost a great deal of money but for us, it was well worth it. Gone are the dusty cabinets full of even dustier exhibits. They are now creatively displayed encouraging the viewer to really get involved. There were lots of interactive opportunites which obviously engaged the children as well as the grown ups!
Scotland earned devolution in 1998 which means they have their own parliament and as it is a democracy, the public are welocme to join the various debates. We found this a great opportunity. Fancy just being able to walk in and hear what your representatives are saying on your behalf. This is made all the more remarkable when one thinks of all those places in the world where the citizens don’t even get a vote!
One of my favourite authors is Alexander McCall Smith (I met him last time we visited) and many of his stories are set in and around the city as are those of Ian Rankin of Rebus fame. Many folks will know of the Edinburgh Festival especially the fringe events so as a city it certainly has something for all interests!
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Visiting Scottland is definitely on my bucket list!
It looks so gorgeous!
Thanks for an elegant and entertaining link for the letter “E”.
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I agreee with claudiawjohnson here. Time for a visit!!
I think we’re due a visit!
Hello.
Love your slideshow.
Awesome photos of Edinburgh!
Thanks for sharing.
For ref:
Eleven Roses And You
Indeed it’s grand:) Thanks for sharing Edinburgh with us:)
I live 40 minutes away from Edinburgh and I love living in Scotland. I am pleased you liked it. x
This town is on my travel list ! I missed an organized trip from Brussels to Edinburg two years ago ! Fortunately, because it had rained all the time and the city center was closed because of street works !
Love Alexander McCall Smith, and especially his creation, Precious Ramotswe. Didn’t J.K. Rowling write Harry Potter in Edinburgh? Seems like a city writers should visit.
I’d love to visit there some day. My brother goes to the Tattoo every year with his pipe band – I’d love to see them there!
I have wonderful memories of Scotland. My favorite aunt, who turned 90 this year, still lives in Edinburgh, so I don’t need my arm twisted to go visit. Great photos, as always.
A dream trip – enjoyed your slide show…castles – oh my!
I explored Edinburgh when I was in my twenties! I love visiting the castle.
maybe someday! A great source of lovely photos, thanks so much!
I want to go to Scotland so bad. It’s on my list. Thanks for sharing your photos! 🙂
My husband’s ancestors immigrated to Canada from Scotland. What a beautiful place it is!! Wonderful “E” post, Julia!!
Long ago (eons!) I was in Edinburgh for an unforgettable week.
The Tattoo (sp?), the architecture, the very air —
And now of course there’s Alexander McCall Smith.
A very special place. I really enjoyed this post and the photos, Julia!
I’ve heard it’s beautiful! I hope to get there someday. =>
I spent 18 days in Scotland, primarily in and around Edinburgh, in 1998. Such a wonderful city. I loved every minute of it and hope to go back again someday! Thanks for the photos.