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About Edinburgh

If a place with cobbled streets, beautiful sunsets and full of elegance is your kind of thing, then the many properties listed on Edinburgh Property are definitely worth considering. Built upon several extinct volcanoes, the capital of scotland is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Britain outside of London. With a growing population of 470,000, there is a growing demand for new Edinburgh Property.

Grown between Castle Rock and Castle Ridge, Edinburgh has developed thanks to its close proximity to the Firth of Forth and is protected by the rolling landscape. Old Edinburgh is a fine example of architecture from the reformation era and still retains its original medieval structure. Here you will also find the Royal Museum of Scotland, who offer tours of its underground vaults. 

In New Town Edinburgh, you will discover some of the finest examples of Georgian architecture and town planning in the world. Built to accommodate Edinburgh's exceedingly fast growing population, New Town Edinburgh is home to its commuting train station, Waverley Station, the National Gallery of Scotland, as well as the majority of Edinburgh shopping district. 

The home of the Scottish Parliament and the famous University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh is also famous for its many festivals that it holds throughout the year, including its annual Edinburgh Festival, which is held every summer. Another popular attraction is Edinburgh Zoo. Home to the only Polar and Koala Bears in the country, the zoo is world renowned for its a very successful breeding program for penguins. 

Edinburgh also offers a wide selection of sporting facilities and teams, such as Hearts Football Club and Herbernian FC. You will also discover that the Scotland National Cricket and Rugby teams are based in Edinburgh.