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VisitScotland - Edinburgh and Lothians Brochure

VisitScotland - Edinburgh and Lothians is an official brochure produced by VisitScotland to help travellers plan a break in Edinburgh and the surrounding Lothians, taking in the city's history, festivals and scenic coast.

Discovering Edinburgh

Edinburgh is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a vibrant, cosmopolitan city woven from a rich and interesting history, with award-winning architecture and secret closes. As a revered international city, it offers everything visitors might expect.

  • Fine dining and a buzzing nightlife
  • Star-studded shows and arthouse film
  • Great galleries and modern music

Europe's Festival Capital

As Europe's festival capital, Edinburgh boasts an unparalleled calendar of events and festivals throughout the year. August explodes into life with multiple festivals happening at once, encompassing theatre, comedy, music, art, literature and more. Standing proudly above all the festivities is the majestic Edinburgh Castle, perched on dramatic volcanic rock.

Beyond the City

Outside the city, visitors can escape along the scenic coast that sweeps the Firth of Forth out to Bass Rock in the east, and the charming towns of North Berwick, Dunbar and Haddington. Heading west, there is the impressive Linlithgow Palace, while the intriguing and world-famous Rosslyn Chapel awaits in Midlothian.

About the Guide

The brochure accompanies the VisitScotland official Where to Stay guide 2011, offering tips and ideas for planning a break to the Edinburgh and Lothians area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What area does this brochure cover?

It covers Edinburgh and the Lothians, including the city itself and surrounding destinations such as the Firth of Forth coast, North Berwick, Dunbar, Haddington, Linlithgow and Midlothian.

Why is Edinburgh notable?

Edinburgh is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a vibrant and cosmopolitan city with a rich history, award-winning architecture and secret closes.

When is the best time to experience the festivals?

August explodes into life with multiple festivals happening all at once, encompassing theatre, comedy, music, art, literature and more, as Edinburgh is Europe's festival capital.

What can visitors see outside the city?

Visitors can explore the scenic coast out to Bass Rock, the towns of North Berwick, Dunbar and Haddington, the impressive Linlithgow Palace and the world-famous Rosslyn Chapel in Midlothian.

What guide is associated with this brochure?

It is linked to the VisitScotland official Where to Stay guide 2011, which provides tips and ideas for planning a break in the area.

Is Edinburgh Castle featured?

Yes, the majestic Edinburgh Castle, perched on dramatic volcanic rock, stands proudly above the city's festivities.

This brochure is part of the Catalink archive and may no longer be available to order. The information above describes VisitScotland. For current details, visit the company's official website.

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