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What Do You Do At A Whisky Tasting?
Whisky, also known as the water of life, is Scotland's national drink and is on the must-try...
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Why Christmas Was Banned in Scotland for 4 Centuries
Did you know that Christmas was once banned in Scotland? The tradition feels so widely celebrated in...
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The History of St. Giles' Cathedral
By Mark, Mercat Storyteller Often referred to as “St. Giles' Cathedral”, the High...
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LGBTQ+ History: James Barry
Today marks Transgender Day of Visibility. LGBTQ+ figures aren't often included in the history...
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What is Guy Fawkes Night in Scotland?
There’s lots to celebrate towards the end of the year in Scotland. One of those things being...
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Edinburgh and the Boy Wizard
With its atmospheric cobbled streets, stunning architecture, and rich history, it is no wonder...
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Escaping the City Centre
The days may be shorter, and the weather may be colder, but this does not mean that there is nothing...
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Top 5 tours of Edinburgh for children this summer
Celebrating Scotland’s Year of Young People, Edinburgh’s family-led five-star history...