Αξιοθέατα και μέρη για επίσκεψη Trinity - Top 20

Η οδός Victoria στο Εδιμβούργο είναι γνωστή για τον μοναδικό, καμπυλωτό, πλακόστρωτο σχεδιασμό της, τις ζωντανές πολύχρωμες προσόψεις των καταστημάτων και τη χαρακτηριστική διάταξη με δύο επίπεδα και μια υπερυψωμένη βεράντα. Ο δρόμος, που χτίστηκε μεταξύ 1829 και 1834, πιστεύεται από πολλούς ότι αποτέλεσε την πηγή έμπνευσης για τη Diagon Alley στα βιβλία του Harry Potter.

This is how some 200 years ago, bookworms began: "In that lovely district of merry England, which is watered by the River Don, there was in ancient times a great wood... Here dwelt... the fabulous Dragon of Wantley; here were fought several of the bloodiest battles during the Rose Civil Wars..." Through translations, Scott's fame on the British Isles soon spread throughout Europe, even to the New World. The author, who continued to publish his books anonymously, with the reference "By the Author of Waverley," naturally rejoiced in his hiding place over the success – until, by chance, it was revealed that he, Walter Scott, was the author. The honors in Scotland were endless. The toast Lord Meadowbank made at a banquet held in Scott's honor in 1827 remains valid in Scotland to this day: "The beauties of our country... and the fame of our ancestors have been carried by him beyond the shores of this island, to the ends of the earth. He has... immortalized the name of Scotland..." (Text from https://www.deutschlandfunk.de/250-geburtstag-des-schriftstellers-wie-sir-walter-scott-den-100.html )

Especially beautiful at dusk.

Busy street but worth a detour

To climb to the top of the tower, you must climb 287 steps, which are divided into four levels, where you can pause and rest if you wish. As you continue up the spiral staircase, the climb becomes increasingly challenging as the walls become narrower and the steps become unstable. Although the climb may seem endless and a bit tiring, the effort will be worth it once you reach the top. Here, you'll be able to enjoy some of the best views of Edinburgh. Simply stunning views. If you don't suffer from claustrophobia or have a condition that prevents you from climbing to the top of the Scott Monument, we highly recommend climbing to the top to enjoy the breathtaking views. https://www.introducingedinburgh.com/scott-monument

The history of the monument, and much more, is told in the monument's museum hall on the first floor. Visitors can learn more about Scott himself, his eventful life, his legacy in international literature, and the monument built in his honor. Audio points allow visitors to listen to excerpts from his writings. https://www.edinburghmuseums.org.uk/venue/scott-monument

The Scott Monument is one of Edinburgh's most iconic landmarks, a must-see for visitors and locals alike. Dedicated to Sir Walter Scott, it is one of the greatest monuments to a writer in the world.

Τα India Buildings στη Victoria Street χτίστηκαν το 1864 από τον αρχιτέκτονα David Cousins και σχεδιάστηκαν στο τότε δημοφιλές βαρονικό στυλ. Παρατηρήστε το «bartizan» στην κορυφή του κτιρίου, έναν μικρό πύργο εμπνευσμένο από τις μεσαιωνικές επάλξεις. Προοριζόταν να είναι χώρος γραφείων και μεταξύ των πρώτων ενοίκων του ήταν η British Linen Bank, το Scottish Chamber of Agriculture και η Geological Survey of Scotland. Τα τελευταία χρόνια, πολλοί Εδιμβουργέζοι θα θυμούνται το κτίριο ως την έδρα της Γενικής Ληξιαρχικής Υπηρεσίας. https://ewh.org.uk/victoria-street/