In Celebration of Burns Night
On 25th January, we celebrate Burns Night in Scotland. It marks the birthday of Scotland's...
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8 Books Set in Edinburgh (Or Inspired by Its History)
With its long and often dark history, Edinburgh has been providing authors with inspiration for...
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Witches, Pop Culture and Ever-Present Myths
It’s that time of year. Autumn is in the air, pumpkins are decorating shelves...
Read StoryThe History of Scotch Whisky and Edinburgh's Vaults
There’s an old saying: today’s rain is tomorrow’s whisky. Living in Scotland, then...
Read StoryThe Life & Times of Mary Queen of Scots
Like many royals, Mary Queen of Scots lived a tumultuous life. Plenty rested on her shoulders....
Read StoryWhat are Edinburgh's Blair Street Underground Vaults?
Descend into the secrets of the city’s past on an Edinburgh history tour of the Blair Street...
Read StoryWhat is a Mercat Cross? | Edinburgh History
As you walk up the Royal Mile towards St Giles’ Cathedral, you encounter a curious monument....
Read StoryEdinburgh Enlightenment & David Hume: The Great Infidel
Of all the statues on Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile, David Hume, the great philosopher, is...
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