Based on two walks, this guide takes in all the best on offer in Scotland's capital city, detailing all its history, romance, culture and tradition mixed with Edinburgh's 21st-century sophistication and charm. With informative facts and histories of the city's attractions and neighbourhood's, the guide covers the Old Town's majestic Royal Mile, dominated by the grey fortress that is Edinburgh Castle, and the contrasting Georgian elegance of the New Town.

Accompanying a range of suggestions for diverting activities and places to visit, the guide has colourful photos of Edinburgh's best views and provides historical detail on the famous landmarks of the city.

Look out for more Pitkin Guides on the very best of British history, heritage and travel, including other titles in our popular City Guides series.

About the Author
Annie Bullen is a writer and journalist, and author of several guides to National Trust properties and Pitkin city guides.Bullen published her first novel, Air and Angels, in 1987, and since then has become an expert on royal history. Alongside her many books on the British royal family, Bullen also publishes guides to major British cities, and contributes articles to leading gardening magazines.Annie Bullen is a writer and journalist, and author of several guides to National Trust properties and Pitkin city guides.Bullen published her first novel, Air and Angels, in 1987, and since then has become an expert on royal history. Alongside her many books on the British royal family, Bullen also publishes guides to major British cities, and contributes articles to leading gardening magazines.


Book Information
ISBN 9781841652313
Author Annie Bullen
Format Paperback
Page Count 32
Imprint Pitkin Publishing
Publisher Batsford Ltd