Edinburgh Castle

The most famous attraction of the Scottish capital Edinburgh is a historic castle on the rock for centuries served as the residence of kings. To him is the main street of the city - the Royal Mile . Edinburgh Castle was built on top of an extinct volcano in the period of the early Middle Ages. Surviving mention of the fortress dated 1139 year. In the 17th century the castle was built for defensive purposes.

Impregnable fortress on Castle Rock, which is called "the heart of Scotland", rises majestically above the city, and near produces an incredible experience. On three sides surrounded by high walls of sheer cliffs on the fourth - a steep road which nowadays is held annually in Edinburgh Royal Parade of military orchestras. At the castle is one of the oldest buildings in Scotland - St Margaret's Chapel, built in the early 12th century.

Visit Edinburgh Castle is available daily from 9:30 am, from April to September - 18:00, in other months - up to 17 hours. Cost - about 16 pounds.