Edinburgh Castle

I thought London was beautiful enough! Until I went to Edinburgh The magical city of Harry Potter in Rowling's pen, the scenes that have appeared in countless movies, here hides a medieval romance - When you come to Edinburgh, don't miss these places, with photo spots Calton Hill Overlooking the panorama of Edinburgh, climb the mountain before sunset to wait for a medieval sunset, the shooting location of Jay Chou's 'Ming Ming Jiu' mv; Recommended photo location: the viewing platform at the top of the mountain, you can shoot the entire panorama of Edinburgh, the steps up the mountain can shoot the entrance road of the magical world; Princes Street Gardens Recommended photo location: Waverley Bridge, the intersection to Princes Street, this intersection can see the classic position of the top of St. Giles Cathedral; Victoria Street The prototype of Diagon Alley in Harry Potter, between the Royal Mile and George IV Bridge Royal Mile The bustling old city street connecting Edinburgh Castle Town and Holyrood Palace, bustling, good for shopping and photography Elephant Cafe: Rowling's place to write Harry Potter Arthur's Seat Overlooking the position of Edinburgh, check in with Holyrood Palace Edinburgh Castle At the end of the Royal Mile Other tips: : Basically no cash is needed in the UK, just bring a little spare, it is recommended to bring 2 credit cards, generally visa is more practical; One card is universal around the world, the network is stable and fast, you can use it very conveniently by inserting the card on the ground; Transportation: London to Edinburgh can drive/train/airplane, the train is about 5 hours Passport/ID

One of the filming locations of Jay Chou's "Ming Ming Jiu" MV🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Almost missed Edinburgh Castle when I came to Edinburgh🏰 Because the castle is very popular, tickets must be booked in advance‼️ I didn't book in advance, and found out that the tickets were sold out when I walked in on the day Fortunately, the kind staff at the door told me that I could ask at the tourist info With a try-it-out attitude, I bought the original price ticket for the day at the city sightseeing bus stop in front of the church⛪️! You can go straight in at the time without queuing~ If you forget to make an appointment in advance like me, you can try this method💕 🏰Edinburgh Castle Edinburgh Castle 🎫18.5💷/person 🚗If you drive by yourself, you can only park at the foot of the mountain, because there is no parking lot🅿️ near the castle, we parked at the nearest NCP Edinburgh Castle Terrace, the parking fee is a bit expensive, walk up the steps for 15 minutes and you will arrive at the main entrance of the castle~ 📷Photo location ▪️Jay Chou's same location, keep going inside after entering the door, don't go uphill, there will be a downhill place, next to it is the museum, and the viewing platform is at the end where you can see the distant church ▪️Another location is near the small church after going uphill, the roof is very obvious~ ▪️Ross Fountain Ross Fountain, outside the castle, you can enjoy the panoramic view of the castle, it is also a very good angle for taking pictures~🆓

Perched atop Castle Rock, is a historic fortress dominating the Edinburgh skyline. With a history dating back to the Iron Age, it has been a royal residence, military stronghold, and symbol of Scottish heritage. Visitors enter through the grand esplanade, leading to attractions like the Crown Jewels of Scotland, the Stone of Destiny, and the National War Museum. The Great Hall and St. Margaret's Chapel, the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh, offer glimpses into medieval life. The castle also features daily ceremonial events, including the famous One O'Clock Gun. Offering panoramic views of the city, Edinburgh Castle is a must-see landmark embodying Scotland's rich history and culture. #heritageplace

Edinburgh Castle, perched atop Castle Rock, commands attention with its historic grandeur. Beyond its medieval walls and crown jewels, the castle offers a spectacular panorama of Edinburgh. The view from afar is a mesmerizing tableau, showcasing the city's juxtaposition of ancient and modern elements. Surveying the sprawling landscape from this vantage point unveils the dramatic skyline, the elegant sweep of Princes Street, and the iconic Arthur's Seat. Whether bathed in sunlight or illuminated against the night sky, the distant view from Edinburgh Castle captures the essence of the Scottish capital in a breathtaking display of architectural and natural beauty. #fallishere

💫 A five-day trip to the UK is like a dreamy drift between history and nature. From the lakes of the Highlands to the ancient castles, every step seems to be in a story.👣 ------------------------------ 👇The colorful guide is below, welcome to collect! ------------------------------ About the destination: The UK, an island country located in the northwest of the European continent, is surrounded by sea and has a changeable climate.🌦️ 🏞️ Recommended attractions: 1️⃣ Lake Windermere: The sparkling lake reflects the surrounding mountains, as if walking into an oil painting. 2️⃣ Glenfinnan: The highland train passes through the valley, and the journey is full of beautiful scenery. 3️⃣ Loch Ness: The legendary Loch Ness monster is hidden in this deep lake, full of mystery. 4️⃣ Edinburgh Castle: Overlooking the entire city of Edinburgh, the heavy sense of history is overwhelming. 5️⃣ Holyrood Palace: Once the summer palace of the British royal family, the gorgeous decorations inside the palace are dazzling. 🎉 Travel tips: * Plan your itinerary in advance, buying attraction tickets can avoid the trouble of queuing on site. * Choose an experienced tour guide to lead the team, which can deepen the understanding of local culture and history. * Try more local special foods and drinks, such as classic English breakfast and afternoon tea.🍔☕ 💖 Travel feelings: The trip was very pleasant! 😍 The tour guide was very responsible, explained in detail along the way, making our journey more colorful. Overall, this trip exceeded my expectations. 😄 ✨ Summary: The trip to the UK is not just a simple trip, but a baptism of the soul. In the beautiful scenery intertwined with history and nature, I found the meaning of travel. Next time I will bring my friends to explore more unknown corners!👬

For your first trip to the UK and not sure where to go⁉️ The route from London, England to Edinburgh, Scotland is definitely your first☝️ choice. London, Cambridge, Edinburgh, the Lake District, Oxford, York, and more are all on this route, not missing a single one of the classic British castles🏰, countryside, academies🏫, and natural scenery. Today, I'm sharing the must-see guide before you travel, so if you're interested, hit the like button and save it! - 🌟【London-Edinburgh 10-Day Itinerary Guide】 Ⓜ️D1: ♦️Buckingham Palace ♦️Westminster Abbey ♦️Houses of Parliament + Big Ben ♦️Thames River Cruise + London Eye + Tower Bridge Ⓜ️D2: ♦️British Museum Chinatown ♦️St. Paul's Cathedral (climbable) Millennium Bridge The Shard Ⓜ️D3: ♦️King's College ♦️Bridge of Sighs ♦️University of Cambridge Ⓜ️D4: ♦️York Minster ♦️Yorkshire Museum ♦️York City Walls ♦️The Shambles Ⓜ️D5: ♦️Edinburgh Castle🏰 ♦️National Gallery ♦️Calton Hill ♦️Royal Mile Ⓜ️D6: ♦️National Museum ♦️Princes Street ♦️Holyrood Palace ♦️St Giles' Cathedral⛪️ Ⓜ️D7: District ♦️Lake Windermere ♦️The World of Beatrix Potter🐰 ♦️Pencil Museum✏️ Ⓜ️D8: ♦️Chinatown ♦️Albert Square ♦️Manchester Cathedral ♦️Old Trafford Stadium Ⓜ️D9: ♦️Oxford University Museum of Natural History ♦️Christ Church College ♦️Trinity College ♦️St Mary's Church Ⓜ️D10: Village ♦️No girl👧 would leave Bicester empty-handed🤭 - 🥣【London Food Recommendations】 1⃣️The Borough Bistro Dish: Roasted Lamb Shank The roasted lamb shank is the signature dish of this restaurant, with tender and juicy meat paired with a rich sauce, a feast for the taste buds. 2⃣️Mumbai Delight Dish: Chicken Tikka Masala (Indian-style grilled chicken) The restaurant offers authentic Indian Chicken Tikka Masala🐔, specially roasted and served with a spicy sauce, delicious and memorable. 3⃣️The Fisherman's Catch Dish: Fish and Chips This dish is an absolute classic. Fresh fish🐟 crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, served with crispy fries🍟 and homemade sauce, mouthwatering😋 - 💗【Preparations Before Departure】 ✏️Prepare your passport, bank cards, ID card, student ID, and some cash💰. ✏️You can bring some snacks in case you get hungry on a longer journey. ✏️Camera📷, power bank, charger. ✏️European standard plug adapter🔌 ✏️European hotels do not provide toiletries, so bring your personal toiletries, toothbrush🪥, tooth cup, slippers🩴, etc.

Edinburg castle is one of the oldest fortified places in Europe. With a long history of royal residences, military garrison, prisons and fortress. Though part of it is for military use, no one staying in, the castle now is the world famous visitors attraction, remember to buy your tickets online, select the date and time slot you want to visit. Edinburg castle is the biggest castle in Scotland, the views from the top are wonderful. Built on top of an extinct volcano called castle rock, its locations make it the best defended fortresses in Scotland.

Display of Historical Treasures. The Heritage Open Days are a traditional event in the UK with many years of history. On specific dates each year, historical heritages and cultural treasures across the country open their doors to visitors, allowing people to step into the embrace of a thousand years of history. From magnificent castles and manors to ancient churches and palaces, countless precious historical relics are displayed on Heritage Open Days, offering visitors a taste of Britain's rich history and culture. 🏰 Past Highlights: The past highlights of Heritage Open Days are remarkable. The number of participants has grown year by year, with more and more tourists and local residents embarking on this wonderful journey of history and culture. Over the years, various ancient buildings and cultural institutions have actively participated, showcasing endless charm and unique historical value. 🏰 Historical Heritage: The Heritage Open Days in the UK are a testament to historical heritage. Many of the participating venues have a long history, witnessing the development and evolution of Britain. Through the years of open days, we feel the continuity of history and the transmission of culture, allowing these precious heritages to shine an eternal light through the years. 【Destination Play】 🇬🇧Historical Sites Tour: The destinations of the Heritage Open Days are spread across the country, and you can choose to visit various historical sites. In London, you can explore historical buildings such as Buckingham Palace and the Tower of London; in Edinburgh, you can admire the grandeur of Edinburgh Castle; in Bath, you can immerse yourself in the historical atmosphere of the Roman Baths. 🏞️ Blend of Nature and Culture: In addition to historical buildings, the natural scenery and culture of Britain are also an indispensable part of the journey. Natural landscapes such as the Lake District, the Scottish Highlands, and the Welsh mountains attract a large number of tourists; in university towns like Cambridge and Oxford, you can feel the atmosphere of culture and academia. 🍻 Rural Experience Tour: The rural scenery of Britain is equally enchanting, and you can go to places like Yorkshire and Cornwall to experience the tranquility and beauty of the countryside. Participate in local rural festivals, taste traditional cuisine, and experience the authentic rural life of Britain.

Edinburgh is a city full of magic, it's the kind of romantic that no matter how many times you come, you still want more. This is my third time in Edinburgh, and Calton Hill gave me the most explosive sunset of 2023!! · I happened to catch the Christmas market in Edinburgh, the streets are full of Christmas atmosphere, the whole city looks more vibrant. Edinburgh city is not big, basically you can have a lot of fun just by walking, take this 2-day citywalk route, while exploring the city don't forget to go to the Christmas market to experience the local lifestyle! · Day1️⃣ Edinburgh Castle (How can you not see the light of Scotland, you can overlook the whole Edinburgh from the castle. The castle is very big, if you visit carefully, you can stay for half a day)➡️Rose Street Butter Beer (Potions Cauldron on Rose Street is a very famous butter beer store, Harry Potter fans must not miss it)➡️George Street Christmas Market (In addition to Prince's Park, there is also a Christmas market on George Street in Edinburgh city, with fewer people, this year's carousel is on George Street)➡️Calton Hill (A must-go in Edinburgh! The sunset never disappoints) · Day2️⃣ Dean Village (A small village on the edge of Edinburgh city, with a very British retro taste, about 20 minutes walk from the train station)➡️Victoria Street (The colorful facades are very recognizable, the shop fronts are various styles, full of Christmas atmosphere)➡️W.Armstong & Son Vintage Shop (One of the most famous vintage shops in Edinburgh, I always find something every time I come, this time I got a saddle bag)➡️Prince Street Garden Christmas Market (You can see the skyline of Edinburgh from Prince's Park, with a magical attribute, with the addition of the Christmas market, it's even more fairy tale, dinner was solved at the Christmas market, I love hot dogs + hot red wine, it's the taste of Christmas)➡️Waverley Station (Waverley Station is really full of industrial flavor, Christmas lighting is also very ceremonial) · The winter days in Edinburgh are short, which is very suitable for citywalk, not tired and you won't feel too cold if you move around. If you have time, I highly recommend you to squat a sunrise at Arthur's Seat. · The best way to go to Edinburgh is of course by train. It only takes over 4 hours to take the LNER train from London to Edinburgh, it's very convenient to buy tickets from the self-service machine at King's Cross Station. I stayed in York for an extra 2 days, it only takes over an hour from York to Waverley Station in Edinburgh, scanning the QR code to enter the station saves a lot of time. First class seats come with catering service, LNER has launched a special Christmas catering, the taste is not bad (also got a lot of chocolates and candies)~ I didn't expect there to be charging devices on the LNER train, no more anxiety about phone battery · PS: It's recommended to stay near Waverley Station in Edinburgh, it's convenient to go anywhere, you can have a lot of fun just by walking, if you haven't decided where to go for Christmas, why not come to Edinburgh for a romantic sunset~~~ Edinburgh·UK