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Edinburgh Collection (page 6)

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Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Edinburgh / Midlothian

Edinburgh / Midlothian
The heart of Midlothian - the old Tolbooth or prison, from which Walter Scott took the name of his novel published in 1818

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Scotland, Edinburgh, Old Town. The New College and Assembly Hall on the Mound were opened in 1846

Scotland, Edinburgh, Old Town. The New College and Assembly Hall on the Mound were opened in 1846 as the Free Church of Scotland New College

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh Playhouse. The Edinburgh Playhouse

Scotland, Edinburgh, Edinburgh Playhouse. The Edinburgh Playhouse, which originally opened as a cinema in 1929, was designed by architect John Fairweather who gained inspiration for the design

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Scotland, Edinburgh, Calton Hill. Nelsons Monument on Calton Hill

Scotland, Edinburgh, Calton Hill. Nelsons Monument on Calton Hill, erected to celebrate the Nelsons victory at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: The Fringe in the Park

The Fringe in the Park, part of the Edinburgh Festival, Edinburgh, Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Edinburgh / Arthurs Seat

Edinburgh / Arthurs Seat
Arthurs Seat, as seen from St. Leonards

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Edinburgh / New Town 1880S

Edinburgh / New Town 1880S
Edinburgh: New Town from the Castle

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Lner Coronation (Colour

Lner Coronation (Colour
The London and North Eastern Railways Coronation express from London to Edinburgh, hauled by the Commonwealth of Australia locomotive

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: LNER, 'Coronation'Express runs between London and Edinburgh (colour litho)

LNER, "Coronation"Express runs between London and Edinburgh (colour litho)
5991551 LNER, " Coronation" Express runs between London and Edinburgh (colour litho) by Micklewright, G.P. (1893-1951); Private Collection; (add.info.: LNER)

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: View of New College, The University of Edinburgh, on The Mound

View of New College, The University of Edinburgh, on The Mound, from Princes Street at sunset, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Regent Terrace (engraving)

Regent Terrace (engraving)
5203105 Regent Terrace (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Regent Terrace. Illustration for Cassells Old and New Edinburgh (c 1885).); © Look and Learn

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Map: City of Glasgow, drawn and engraved by G H Swanston, Edinburgh (colour litho)

Map: City of Glasgow, drawn and engraved by G H Swanston, Edinburgh (colour litho)
6004702 Map: City of Glasgow, drawn and engraved by G H Swanston, Edinburgh (colour litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: City of Glasgow)

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: William Hedleys engine

William Hedleys engine, 1813. Listed in RE Bleasdales Locomotive Engines catalogue, entry 1259. Long held at Crag Head, Newcastle and photographed there in 1881

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Advert, Thomas Rankine & Sons, Shoes, Edinburgh

Advert, Thomas Rankine & Sons, Shoes, Edinburgh
Advert for Thomas Rankine & Sons, Wholesale Shoewarehousemen and Importers, Chambers Street, Edinburgh, Scotland. 1905

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Advert, J & G Cox Ltd, Gorgie Mills, Edinburgh, Scotland

Advert, J & G Cox Ltd, Gorgie Mills, Edinburgh, Scotland
Advert for J & G Cox Ltd, Gorgie Brand Scotch Glue manufacturers, Gorgie Mills, Edinburgh, Scotland. 1905

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: The Great Fire in the Old Town, Edinburgh (engraving)

The Great Fire in the Old Town, Edinburgh (engraving)
2785751 The Great Fire in the Old Town, Edinburgh (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Great Fire in the Old Town, Edinburgh)

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Fettes College, Edinburgh (litho)

Fettes College, Edinburgh (litho)
3642754 Fettes College, Edinburgh (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Fettes College, Edinburgh. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Advert, A W Buchan & Co, Stoneware Manufacturers, Portobello

Advert, A W Buchan & Co, Stoneware Manufacturers, Portobello
Advert for A W Buchan & Co, Stoneware Manufacturers, Portobello, Edinburgh, Scotland. 1905

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Some great observatories (litho)

Some great observatories (litho)
6013687 Some great observatories (litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Some great observatories)

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: St Margarets Chapel, Edinburgh Castle (engraving)

St Margarets Chapel, Edinburgh Castle (engraving)
5202808 St Margarets Chapel, Edinburgh Castle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: St Margarets Chapel, Edinburgh Castle)

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Plan of Edinburgh, from St Giless to Hackerstons Wynd (engraving)

Plan of Edinburgh, from St Giless to Hackerstons Wynd (engraving)
5202930 Plan of Edinburgh, from St Giless to Hackerstons Wynd (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of Edinburgh, from St Giless to Hackerstons Wynd)

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Scottish American War Memorial, West Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh, Scotland

Scottish American War Memorial, West Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh, Scotland. Dedicated to the men who answered The Call in 1914 to fight in the First World War Date: circa 1920s

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Glenlivet Scotch Whisky distillery 1890

Glenlivet Scotch Whisky distillery 1890
View of the worm tubs, where spirit vapour is condensed, at Andrew Usher & Co, in Edinburgh. Date: 1890

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: McNabs tree transplanter, as used in Edinburgh

McNabs tree transplanter, as used in Edinburgh
McNabs tree transplanter, as used by him in the Royal Scottish Botanic Garden, Edinburgh, Scotland. Date: circa 1850

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Portrait of the Violinist and composer Niel Gow (1727-1807), 1787

Portrait of the Violinist and composer Niel Gow (1727-1807), 1787. Artist: Raeburn, Sir Henry (1756-1823)
Portrait of the Violinist and composer Niel Gow (1727-1807), 1787. Found in the collection of National Gallery of Scotland, Edinburgh

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Holyrood Palace & Abbey

Holyrood Palace & Abbey
A distant view of the Palace of Holyrood House and Holyrood Abbey, seen from St. Anthonys Chapel in Queens Park, Edinburgh, Scotland. Date: 1950s

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Cover design, county map of Hampshire

Cover design, county map of Hampshire for cyclists and tourists, in a series entitled Cruchleys County Maps of England, published by Gall & Inglis of London and Edinburgh. Date: early 20th century

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Changing the Guard, Edinburgh Castle, Midlothian

Changing the Guard, Edinburgh Castle, Midlothian, Scotland. Date: 1920s

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: The Castle & Ross Fountain, Edinburgh, Midlothian

The Castle & Ross Fountain, Edinburgh, Midlothian, Scotland. Date: 1920s

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Atmospheric view of Edinburgh, Scotland

Atmospheric view of Edinburgh, Scotland
An atmospheric view of Edinburgh, Scotland, with the Scott Monument and the Waverley Hotel visible in the distance

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Edinburgh: Plan of Leith, Showing the Proposed New Docks, 1804

Edinburgh: Plan of Leith, Showing the Proposed New Docks, 1804

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Wg Cdr R D Romanis gives Queen Elizabeth II a tour

Wg Cdr R D Romanis gives Queen Elizabeth II a tour
Wg Cdr R.D. Romanis shows Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh a de Havilland Firestreak infra-red, air-to-air guided missile on Gloster Javelin F(AW) 2, XA633. 1957. Date: 1957

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: WILLAM EWART GLADSTONE (1809-1898). English statesman. Campaigning for the Liberal party in

WILLAM EWART GLADSTONE (1809-1898). English statesman. Campaigning for the Liberal party in the General Election of 1880, William Gladstone addresses a crowd in Edinburgh, Scotland, 5 April 1880

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: The Queen in the Scottish National Service in St. Giles Cath

The Queen in the Scottish National Service in St. Giles Cath
The newly-crowned Queen Elizabeth II, attends the Scottish National Service of Dedication and Thanksgiving at the High Kirk of Edinburgh (St Giles Cathedral)

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Prince Philip caricature

Prince Philip caricature
Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh (b. 1920) drawn in caricature, slipping on a banana skin - a comment perhaps on his tendency to say the wrong thing at the wrong time. Date: 1986

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Royal Wedding 1947 - honeymoon begins

Royal Wedding 1947 - honeymoon begins
Princess Elizabeth and her new husband, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh begin their honeymoon at Winchester from where they travelled to stay at Broadlands, the country home of Earl Mountbatten

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Wedding of Queen Elizabeth II

Wedding of Queen Elizabeth II
Wedding portrait of Princess Elizabeth (Queen Elizabeth II) and Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten who were married at Westminster Abbey on 20 November 1947. 1947

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Royal Wedding 1947 - newlyweds depart for honeymoon at Water

Royal Wedding 1947 - newlyweds depart for honeymoon at Water
Following their wedding at Westminster Abbey on 20 November 1947, Princess Elizabeth and Prince Philip arrive at Waterloo Station, complete with corgi

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: The National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

The National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Princes Street Station Hotel brochure cover

Princes Street Station Hotel brochure cover
Princes Street Station Hotel, Edinburgh under management of the Caledonian Railway Company. Brochure cover featuring a small Scottish tartan clad boy sitting upon a pile of suitcases

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Modern Athenians plate 6 - Edinburgh

Modern Athenians plate 6 - Edinburgh
John Jeffrey (1775-1848) the younger and only brother of Francis, Lord Jeffrey, facing Charles Kilpartick Sharpe (1781-1851) a long resident of Edinburgh, eccentric in ways and dress

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Modern Athenians plate 9 - Edinburgh

Modern Athenians plate 9 - Edinburgh
Robert Thompson (d. 1843) an importer of Irish linen and a Whig, approaching Alexander Douglas (d. 1851) for many years a Commissioner of Police

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Modern Athenians plate 2 - Edinburgh

Modern Athenians plate 2 - Edinburgh
Rev. David Dickinson (1780-1842) of St, Cuthberts church, approaching and shaking hands with Rev. Robert Candlish (died 1873) of St Georges Church

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Modern Athenians plate 46 - Edinburgh

Modern Athenians plate 46 - Edinburgh
James Simson (d. 1876) doctor and president of the Royal College of Surgeons, approaching Alexander Monro (d. 1859) professor of Anatomy

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Lner Express Locomotive

Lner Express Locomotive
The huge L.N.E.R. locomotive engine 2-8-2 No. 2001, leaving Waverley Street Station, Edinburgh, Scotland, one of the first of this type built for an express service

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Chamber, New Scottish Parliament building, architect Enric Miralles, Holyrood

Chamber, New Scottish Parliament building, architect Enric Miralles, Holyrood, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Venus Rising from the Sea (Venus Anadyomene), 1520

Venus Rising from the Sea (Venus Anadyomene), 1520. Found in the Collection of National Gallery of Scotland, Edinburgh

Background imageEdinburgh Collection: Barnardos Edinburgh Castle Mission Hall and Coffee Palace

Barnardos Edinburgh Castle Mission Hall and Coffee Palace
Edinburgh Castle at Limehouse, East London, was a former gin palace and music hall, re-opened by Thomas Barnardo as a British Workmans Coffee Palace with a Mission Hall at its rear. Date: circa 1906




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"Discover the enchanting beauty of Edinburgh, a city steeped in history and rich with cultural treasures. From its iconic landmarks to its vibrant events, there is something for everyone to enjoy in this captivating Scottish capital. Step back in time as you explore Edinburgh Castle, perched majestically atop Castle Rock. Marvel at its ancient walls and immerse yourself in centuries of royal heritage. Don't miss the chance to witness the world-famous Military Tattoo, an awe-inspiring display of music and military precision that leaves spectators spellbound. As night falls, be mesmerized by the Forth Rail Bridge illuminated against the dark sky. This engineering marvel spans over the River Forth and stands as a testament to human ingenuity. Its breathtaking sight will leave you awestruck. Take a stroll through Portobello, a charming seaside district within Edinburgh's boundaries. Feel the sand between your toes as you soak up the coastal atmosphere and indulge in delicious seafood delicacies. Immerse yourself further into Edinburgh's past with Diego Velazquez's masterpiece "Old Woman Cooking Eggs. " Admire this renowned artwork at one of Scotland's finest galleries, offering glimpses into different eras through artistic expression. Explore New Town on James Craig's 1768 map—a testament to urban planning brilliance that shaped modern-day Edinburgh. Traverse its elegant streets lined with Georgian architecture and discover hidden gems around every corner and has played host to many notable figures throughout history—Queen Elizabeth II herself visited alongside Prince Philip during their visit in 1954. The city continues to attract visitors from all walks of life who are captivated by its charm and allure. So come experience all that Edinburgh has to offer—the perfect blend of tradition and innovation awaits you here in this remarkable city nestled amidst Scotland's stunning landscapes.