When we think of Edinburgh, the perfect postcard of a fairy tale Thank you to your castles on hills, its cobbled streets and its centuries old legends . That was, in fact, where J.K. Rowlings was inspired to create the magical world of Harry Potter , and where they did the same Sir Arthur Conan Doyle , author of Sherlock Holmes and Robert Louis Stevenson from Treasure Island.
However, the capital of Scotland hides under its thousand-year-old stones a vibrant city that has invented plans as unexpected as irresistible to explore it that only the most trendy travelers know. For example, why settle for reading the fascinating ghost and spirit stories of the area… when you can get to know them first-hand entering its mysterious underground world?
Yes, under the delicious cobblestone streets of the famous Royal Mile there is yet another city: a tangle of 17th-century houses and streets set in deep ghostly echo vaults , which you can visit thanks to the guided tour, with a period setting, of the Royal Mary King's Close. Prepare to be immersed in stories of plagues, murderers and murdered , today turned into chilling legends.
Under the Royal Mile hides an underground city where echoes of ghosts still resonate...
If you prefer something more 'bright', however, you can take a walk (and take some photos) around the forest-gallery Jupiter Artland, a unique space full of contemporary sculptures most striking. There's even one that turns into a pool in the summer!
To shake off your fear, you can also choose to have a drink at Paradise Palms, a self-declared establishment the edinburgh party palace perfect for snacking on something vegan, having a signature cocktail and browse among vinyls vintage really fantastic.
And speaking of cocktails: The Cocktail Geeks will surprise you! Located in the elegant The Arches retail space, the lively bar features a new theme every month which is accompanied by an ad hoc drinks menu. starwars, Game of Thrones Y The Wizard These are some of the topics that have been chosen so far: which series will be the protagonist during your visit?
Whiskey is the king liquor in Edinburgh
In the whiskey land Of course, you also have to reserve time to enjoy it as it deserves. But don't do it like the others: create your own mix Scotch Whiskey Experience , or sign up for one expert guided tasting in a candlelit cellar. And if you get a taste for getting creative with your drink, stop by the Magic Potions Tavern, that serves a cocktail elixir both with and without alcohol that wizards (that is, you) must mix using the delicious potions that they offer there.
And there is more, much more to do in Edinburgh than anywhere else: learn to climb in a nice domed church in rock alien; Tour the city on one of the company's brand new motorcycles for three Trike Tours Scotland, with an expert guide driving the vehicle; Sleep on AngelsShare, a peculiar accommodation where each room is dedicated to a famous Scotsman, like Sean Connery and Alex Ferguson who offer concerts every weekend.
ONLY IN SUMMER
Edinburgh is on fire at any time of the year - expert recommendation: go before it gets terribly trendy -, but in summer it shines with a special brilliance thanks to its numerous artistic quotes . Impossible to leave without hearing a concert in this city where the live music It is as common as haggis, the quintessential Scottish blood sausage!
Edinburgh is the epicenter of live music, especially in the summer
note: the Fringe-Festival of Edinburgh (5-29 August) and the Edinburgh International Festival (August 6–28) they turn 75, and they will flood the city with theatrical performances, comedy and live music. The program will be led by famous names, but in smaller pubs, parks and venues you can also enjoy, in a more intimate way, these new artists that we must not lose sight of. We guarantee that soon you will be able to say that: "I heard them when nobody knew them!".
You can't miss either UNBOXED, a cultural celebration bringing two amazing art installations to Edinburgh: PoliNations, a traveling forest garden which pays tribute to Britain's incredible wildlife (August 6–14) and dream machine , a psychedelic light show by pioneering scientists and Turner Prize-winning artists (open spring-fall 2022).
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