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Old city
Spread out at the foot of the castle, the Old Town, the historic center of the Scottish capital, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, enchants with its grandeur. You can spend hours wandering through the narrow labyrinths of streets, looking at the gray old buildings with sharp spiers of towers, over which the flag of Scotland proudly flutters. Most of the buildings of the Old Town have survived from the time of construction and are typical examples of medieval architecture. Many houses are covered with soot left over from the Middle Ages, when the houses were heated with coal and wood, so the gray color prevails in the Old Town.
Еdinburgh castle
Edinburgh has been the capital of Scotland for over 500 years. It can be called the "heart" of a proud state and, undoubtedly, the most beautiful city in the region. The city is also the historical and cultural center of Scotland. There are a huge number of architectural monuments, museums, ancient castles, various festivals are held all year round.
From which side tourists enter the city, they will certainly see Edinburgh Castle. This majestic building, towering on high hills, is the hallmark of the capital. Within the walls of the castle is the exhibition "Onersof Scotland". The most expensive things for the Scots are stored there - the oldest royal jewels in all of Europe. This exhibition was opened by the world famous writer Walter Scott. Scott managed to discover the collection after 111 years of neglect. Much loved by his countrymen, he is a national hero for the Scots. On February 4, 1818, the future George IV, acting Prince Regent, issued a Royal Warrant authorizing the historian Walter Scott and a group of officials to demolish the wall of the ancient Crown Room. Half of those present expected the oak chest in this room to be empty. They opened it and found the crown, scepter and sword exactly as they were left 11 years ago.
Further, it will be interesting to see the famous "Stone of Destiny". According to legend, all the rulers of Scotland were crowned on it.
Next, you will see the chapel of St. Margaret, which is the oldest building in all of Edinburgh. It was erected in memory of the mother of David I. A wonderful view of the city opens from the observation deck of the chapel.