Scotland - kilts, plaid, and a castle is all I think of when I imagine Scotland. Well, it didn't dissapoint when we went there for a quick two day jaunt. The town in relativly small, so we saw all the sights in just a day including the castle, the famous Royal Mile, and numerous other sights. Luckily for us, the two people I went with had friends studying abroad there so they showed us all around the town! Even though there wasn't a ton to see, it was one of my favorite cities, looked like it came straight out of a movie.
One of the last bars on this street is called Last Drop. This was the last drink that people who were about to be hung had before the final deed was executed. The square where the public hangings were performed is just to the right of this picture. Despite its dreary history, this square is now one of the most beautiful spots (in my opinion) in Edinburgh!
The Edinburgh Castle, the landmark that all the locals use for directions. The castle is perched high up on a mountain and can be seen from almost all the city. Any time we asked for directions, the first step was "Walk towards the castle...." The castle itself was humongous and mesmerizing. Being in Ireland we have seen a lot of castles, but this one took the cake. Amazing.
Scotland was also full of views. Everywhere we went seemed to be up a steep hill with the best view of the city. I especially like it because there were mountains right next to the city! So cool to see such opposites so close together.
Scotland was a great trip. It was definetly my favotire city of all the places we've been as far as a quaint, cute, little town that was filled with sights and a historic feel, but homey at the same town. If I had to pick a second place to study abroad it would be Edinburgh (I have to say though, I am not regretting being in Ireland one bit, I LOVE LOVE LOVE it here!)
