You might find me on the other side ... that's likeitis
You might find me on the other side ... that's likeitis
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The usual cliched urban skyline of tall skyscrapers and the inevitable revolving restaurant tower are not to be seen in Edinburgh. Not for us the shining obelisks of modernity - no, we have to make do with a vista of seven green hills, 4 of which lie in the suburbs and are the site of parks and golf courses (one of them is the home of the city zoo), while 3 are in the city centre; CALTON HILL- with it's unfinished replica of the Parthenon and CASTLE ROCK- with a medieval castle perched atop a rocky crag. These are dwarfed to the east by the largest hill, which resembles a crouching lion, ARTHUR'S SEAT(251m). Situated within HOLYROOD PARK, Arthur's Seat is an extinct volcano - the largest of a number which gave this region its shape.
Holyrood Park, extending to about 650 acres, must be the largest area of unmanicured wild parkland at the centre of any European city. The park is also known as the Queen's Park, because it is owned by the monarch, although almost always open for the public to enjoy. It is well worth a visit as although it's entirely surrounded by the city, the park offers solitude and stimulating walking.
The park is situated at the eastern end of the Royal Mile, one set of entrance gates being ad
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Your review seems to come to a very abrupt end! Is there some text missing? Walking to th top of Arthur's Seat is on our list of things to do with the girls next time we are through in our capital for a weekend.
stevethesleeve 05.09.2002 11:40
God that makes me homesick! I've been away from Edinburgh for 25 yers or so, and it's still my home. You write about this one element of the city very well. Cheers ~ Steve
Shufflebum 29.08.2002 22:17
Youve given me lots of ideas of things to do when I go up to visit my mate Lizzie soon. Went to Dynamic Eatrh centre for a conference a while back but didnt get to see the actual thing. Rach x
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