At the heart of Edinburgh is the famous Old Town. The Royal Mile stretches from Edinburgh Castle at the top to Holyrood Palace at the bottom. It has many narrow streets and wynds. The Old Town is also a fine example of how people lived in medieval times in tall, old buildings with not a lot of space for a family. The poor people lived at the very top and very bottom of the buildings, whilst the richer people lived in the middle.
Part of the Old Town.
There is lots to explore in the Royal Mile.
Test your listening by answering the questions.
- Edinburgh was a wonder in the 17th and 18th centuries. It was famed for what?
It's skyscrapers, the first in the world.
- What can you find on the Royal Mile?
Shops, museums and historic buildings.
- What was Edinburgh's nickname?
"Auld-Reekie". This is because it smelled so bad.
- Holyrood Palace has been the official residence in Scotland to whom?
The Royal Family.
- When was the last time The Scottish Parliament met in Scotland before the New Parliament?
1707.
Tips for visiting the Old Town
- - Wear good walking shoes
- - Visit the different pubs
- - Enjoy the views
Experience Edinburgh with us
Our Experience Edinburgh General English course is available year-round. This course enables you to study some hours in our school and visit locations in Edinburgh with your teacher. You get the best of indoor and outdoor English practice as well as visiting interesting places in the city.
