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Book Review: 111 Places in Edinburgh that You Shouldn’t Miss by Gillian Tait

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Visitors to Edinburgh usually have a tick list of places they want to see such as The Royal Mile, castle former royal yacht, Britannia.

Perhaps if they knew they could visit the original Quality Street, watch art being woven in a former swimming pool, meet two giraffes called Martha and Gilbert and see where 007 went to school, their sightseeing list might change.

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Edinburgh-born author Gillian Tait’s new discovery guide offers visitors the chance to step off the well-worn tourist trail, stray away from the obvious and explore unfamiliar corners of Edinburgh as well as its suburbs and hinterland.

Her book encourages the reader to experience the variety the city has to offer and discover fascinating local takes on the classic Scottish staples – kilts, whisky, golf, and castles, as well as splendidly scenic hills, islands, lochs, and villages.

Readers can find out how a postbox became the centre of political protest, descend to a mysterious underground cave with rock-cut furniture, or just head to a place where they can enjoy the hot and humid environment of the city’s own tropical rainforest.

Gillian suggests 111 unusual and interesting places that are waiting to be discovered and along with photographs, background stories and intriguing anecdotes will make you look at this grand old city with fresh eyes the next time you visit.

Published by Emons