Sounds so cliche, but I feel like we are walking around a movie set in Edinburgh. It is amazing. Living around DC, our history goes back to around the late 1700s or early 1800s. Here, we are looking at the 1100s!
The most amazing thing is they have preserved that look. No crazy high rises mixed in within the city. Streets are all cobblestone. Newer buildings are not ultra modern looking near the historic sites.
I love the mix of history and nature. We hiked to Arthur’s Seat – or close to it for some of us! The views were breathtaking. Gudu has gone to Carlton Hill this morning while the rest of us have a leisurely morning. He sent pics of ruins set in beautiful green hills. Sorry to have missed it!
To say Edinburgh is “quaint” is an understatement. People have been super nice and hospitable. Stores in the city area and malls shut down around 6 pm – imagine it lends to a good work life balance. I wonder how life is outside the tourist areas.
I truly understand why people say Edinburgh is one of their favorite cities to visit.
Pics from the past two days to follow.