About Edinburgh
Edinburgh is considered one of Europe's most beautiful cities and is located on the southern shore of the Firth of Forth (river estuary) overlooking the sea. It is the seat of the Scottish Government, Parliament and highest courts in Scotland and the Palace of Holyrood house is the official residence of the British monarchy in Scotland. The city is famous for its Castle, medieval Old Town and elegant Georgian New Town (listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site) as well as its national cultural institutions and world-famous arts festival. In addition to being the UK’s second-most visited tourist destination it is also the second-largest financial hub in the UK. It has long been a center of education with three universities in the city, of which the University of Edinburgh, founded in 1582 is considered one of the best research institutions in the world.
The weather in October can be variable, so expect rain with temperatures between 6°C and 11°C.
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