National Geographic, the world-famous American geography magazine, recently published an article ranking the five best Christmas markets to visit by rail in Europe. It crowned Edinburgh the number one destination, seeing it overtake other markets in iconic locations like Paris and Brussels.
Of course, anyone who has visited the Christmas Market at East Princes Street Gardens knows very well that it is an incredible experience with festive treats and food stalls fitting for all ages. What’s more, according to Jim Dale, the founder of British Weather Services, Edinburgh has a 40% chance of having a white winter this year as snow could fall as early as November.
So, in celebration of Edinburgh Christmas market’s achievement here are 10 pictures that show just how much of a winter wonderland Scotland’s capital city “Auld Reekie” can be.
So, in celebration of Edinburgh Christmas market’s achievement here are 10 pictures that show just how much of a winter wonderland Scotland’s capital city “Auld Reekie” can be.
5. Arthur's Seat
Every snowy winter in Edinburgh sees a slew of sledges and ambitious hikers take on the gorgeous Arthur's Seat, according to TripAdvisor the climb "looks steep" but you can be up and down within 30 minutes (if you're fit!) Photo: Stablenode via WikiCommons
6. The Dean Bridge
Located in the heart of the historic Dean Village, this bridge is as much a hotspot for photographers as it is an important transport link as it spans the Water of Leith on the A90 road to Queensferry. Photo: scott marsland via WikiCommons
7. Royal Botanic Garden
Here's a throwback to Christmas in Edinburgh back in 2010 which saw a surplus of snow hit the city, that aside though this picture was taken at the Royal Botanic Garden which attracts tourists all year round - a must for any visitors' bucket list. Photo: Magnus Hagdorn via WikiCommons
8. Ramsay Garden
Allan Ramsay the Elder was a famous Enlightenment poet who was the first person to build a 'significant structure' at this site called Ramsay Lodge, that is why to this day we refer to it as Ramsay Garden. Photo: Andrew Gray via Flickr