Voted the top UK city in the 2004 Condé Nast Traveller Readers Awards, Edinburgh is a must for anyone looking for a city break full of culture, history, excellent accommodation, great restaurants, and superb shopping. The Castle, Edinburgh's most famous landmark overlooks the city's cobbled streets and gothic architecture with Arthur's Seat forming a dramatic backdrop. The summer festival and Hogmanay attract visitors from all over the world, however, this is a lively and cosmopolitan capital.
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Located just half an hour south of Edinburgh, Thirlestane is an impressive 16th century castle. The estate has remained in the possession of the Maitland family since 1260 and current residents Edward Maitland-Carew and his wife Sarah have refurbished the South Wing in great style to accommodate guests in eight elegantly-furnished apartments.
Opened in 1924, Gleneagles has been a landmark destination for almost a century with its unique combination of superb service, luxurious accommodation and outstanding facilities.
Located on Princes Street, in the heart of Edinburgh, The Balmoral is perfectly located for exploring the Old Town’s charming streets, the museums and art galleries of the New Town, and Edinburgh Castle, and just moments from the city’s main shopping areas and Waverley station, for trains from the south.
Discover Edinburgh’s and Glasgow’s most famous scientific thinkers, and how their work underpinned emerging ideas for understanding the world from the 16th century onwards.
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