Have you seen the Honours of Scotland on display at #EdinburghCastle? This week, they'll be formally presented to King Charles III at St Giles’ Cathedral as part of the National Service of Thanksgiving and Dedication. But you don't have to be in #Edinburgh to see Scotland's Crown jewels! You can take a closer look at the Crown of Scotland, the Sceptre and the Sword of State from anywhere in the world thanks to brand new digital scans from Historic Environment Scotland. | Historic Scotland

Edinburgh Castle

For history lovers and fans of spooky tales, here are some haunted spots in #Edinburgh to add to your visit-list: 📍 Edinburgh Castle: A piper vanished in tunnels running from the castle to Holyrood Palace. His pipes mysteriously stopped, and he was never seen again. 📍 West Bow: Once home to Major Thomas Weir, executed for witchcraft and dark crimes. His house was left abandoned for over a century. 📍 Blair Street Vaults: These deep vaults were used by criminals for illegal distilling and stori

Celebrating the 70th anniversary of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe