EDINBURGH CASTLE

Edinburgh Castle is a world-famous destination in Scotland and forms a part of Edinburgh’s world heritage sites. It dominated the skyline for centuries as a defender of the nation and a well-renowned visitor attraction that fascinates the visitors due to its magnificent architecture. Visit the castle at 1 pm to witness the One O’clock Gun, which is fired every day (except Sundays, Christmas Day, and Good Friday). Taking a stroll through Edinburgh Castle feels like wandering into the real setup of the show "Game of Thrones".

Edinburgh Castle, the most famous fortress among Scottish castles was once the residence of Scottish monarchs and now serves as a museum. This grand building was named after the Marquis of Argyle, imprisoned here. The castle was recently voted top UK Heritage Attraction in the British Travel Awards and is Scotland’s number one paid-for tourist attraction. It stands 443 feet (135 meters) above sea level and you can enjoy a panoramic view of Edinburgh standing on a volcanic crag called Castle Rock.

Can you believe if we say that Castle Rock has been the site of human activity for at least 3,000 years? As you walk into the castle, you will get a glimpse of bronze statues of legendary heroes; Robert the Bruce and William Wallace. The castle overlooks several tourist attractions in the city, including the Royal Mile and the long green swath of Princes Street Gardens and Princes Street.

Highlights

• Step into one of the most famed Castles in the world it towers above Scotland’s capital and provides picturesque views from Castle Rock which is the top-most spot there.
• Explore the castle which includes the impressive and elaborate Great Hall and St Margaret's Chapel. The Great Hall was erected by James IV and has retained its red-velvety beauty, the Half Moon Battery by the Regent Morton and the Scottish National War Memorial are also majestic architectural structures that must be viewed at any cost.
• Get a glimpse of the castle that holds Scotland's Honors (Crown Jewels), the Stone of Destiny, the One o’Clock Gun, the famous 15th-century gun Mons Meg, and the National War Museum of Scotland.