Welcome to cosmpolitan Edinburgh, 2007

Beautiful, dramatic Edinburgh is the showcase capital of Scotland.


With its stunning Georgian and Victorian architecture, and winding medieval streets, it?s easy to see why Edinburgh has been listed as a World Heritage Site.

And the setting is captivating. Edinburgh Castle dominates the urban skyline, perched atop the crags of an ancient volcano right in the centre of the city.

Yet Edinburgh is not stuck in the past. And neither is it all about bagpipes, shortbread, whisky and tartan.


In fact, the city is one of the most vibrant, cosmopolitan cities in Europe and is regularly voted as one of the most desirable places to live in the world.

The capital is bustling with arts, culture, sports and attractions and is famous for playing host to the world?s largest arts festival.

After dark Edinburgh has a lively nightlife with stylish bars and pubs, restaurants, clubs and live entertainment to rival any European city.

There?s plenty of open space too, with a large number of public parks and green spaces right in the busy city centre.

For active types, there's an extensive and varied choice of activities and sports in Edinburgh and the surrounding area. Or if you just want to exercise your wallet, the capital is a great place to shop.

This is a city that knows how to be both ancient and modern.

And a fantastic place to live.

The capital of Scotland is a great place to live and study, with a wide range of theatres, galleries, clubs and shops to explore, not to mention the plethora of arty bars and cafes.

The Guardian University Guide
2005