Some of the most popular attractions are to be found at the upper end of the Royal Mile - commonly called Castle Hill -
The spectacular sightseeing views from the top encompass the whole city all the way to the mouth of the Forth.
It extends for almost a mile and is lined with colorful gardens and elegant shops, including the tradition-conscious Jenners of Edinburgh, the world's oldest independent department store.
Picturesque Grassmarket has been one of Edinburgh's most important market squares since the Middle Ages.
