My name is Marion Vermazen. I am a traveler, hiker, reader, Sun alumnus, computer geek, YouTuber, Spanish and French language student, knitter, weaver and genealogist.
Edinburgh day 2
This morning was the first time in a while that breakfast hasn’t been included in our hotel reservation. It was kind of a nice break.
We had coffee and fresh pastries at a Pret A Manger around the corner from the hotel. After breakfast we took our time walking up to Edinburgh Castle. A few weeks ago we purchased tickets and audio guides with a timed entrance between 10:30 and 11:00.
I love Edinburgh Castle. It is my standard by which all castles are measured. It has so much history. It’s in a commanding position overlooking the city. It has been attacked multiple times over the centuries and it is the iconic center of Scottish history.
I thought the audio guide was really good. There were some great free museums inside the castle too.
Robert the Bruce next to the entranceThere were great views from the walls of the castleSaint Margaret’s Chapel is near the top of the rock that the castle sits on.
I was at Edinburgh Castle almost exactly 60 years ago.
With my brother a one of my sisters in May of 1966My return to Edinburgh castle in May of 2026Just before we left the castle the sun came out.
Next we did part of the Rick Steve’s walking tour down the Royal Mile.
The Royal Mile with St Giles church
For dinner we walked to an Indian Restaurant called Celestia and had an excellent meal.
I am a traveler, hiker, avid reader, Sun alumnus, computer geek, Spanish and French language student, knitter and genealogist. I am retired after working for almost 30 years in the Computer Industry. I live in Reno, Nevada with my husband Duke.
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