misty foggy graveyard with the haunted black mausoleum in Grayfriars Kirkyard
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Historic Edinburgh Cemeteries to Explore

I’m an avid fan of old cemeteries, and Scotland has them in abundance. Edinburgh, Scotland’s compact and hilly capital, is home to magnificent historical cemeteries you shouldn’t miss during your visit. Such as the world’s most haunted graveyard, which inspired the creation of several Harry Potter characters and is known for its connection with one…

Hill marker sitting on the top of a hill in England
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Witch Trials in England: Witch Sites to Visit in England

The 17th-century witch trials in England that swept across the country resulted in a wealth of historical witchcraft sites which you can still visit today. What sparked the horrific witch trials and ongoing torture in England? The answer is King James I. He was the initial perpetrator of Scotland’s witch hunts. Following his involvement, witch…

the Scott Monument in Edinburgh, looking up towards the gothic Victorian monument with the statue of Walter Scott in the middle of the monument and a ferris wheel behind the monument
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Things to do in Edinburgh: Scott Monument

What gets narrower the higher you go and is terrifying for claustrophobic people who are also afraid of heights? That’s right — The Scott Monument in Edinburgh! The gorgeous Gothic structure, dedicated to the life of Scottish author Sir Walter Scott, towers over Princes Street and Princes Street Gardens. It offers stunning views of Edinburgh…for…

A cobble stone road surrounded by ivy lined homes on Circus Lane Edinburgh - where to live in Edinburgh
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Where to Live in Edinburgh: Finding a Flat or Renting a Room

Have you recently moved to Edinburgh Scotland for a working holiday? Or are you considering moving to Edinburgh and want to know what to expect when looking for a place to live? Where to live in Edinburgh? Or Finding a flat or renting a room in Edinburgh? When it comes to finding a flat in…