Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Castle is one of the most famous castles in the world, serving as a royal palace, crucial fortress, and iconic landmark. It is a must-see for travelers wishing to understand the interesting past of the United Kingdom and has something for history aficionados of all eras.

Edinburgh Castle has been known by its English name since the invasion of the Angles in 638AD, but it was originally mentioned in 600 as "Din Eidyn" or "the castle of Eidyn."

However, long before the Angles, the position of Edinburgh Castle had acted as a crucial fortress for ages. Archaeologists discovered human settlement on the rock upon which the castle is built as early as 900 BC, during the late Bronze Age. Over the years that followed, Edinburgh Castle served as an important defensive edifice while also becoming an important aspect of Scottish history.

Edinburgh Castle is positioned at the summit of Castlehill in the city center of Edinburgh. Edinburgh Waverly train station is a 7-minute walk away, and many local bus routes go to Victoria Street, which is a 5-minute walk away.

Location: Edinburgh, UK