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As the capital of Scotland, Edinburgh is known for its rich history, idyllic setting, and spirited cultural life.
Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland, situated on the southern shore of the Firth of Forth.
The city is home to many national institutions such as the National Museum of Scotland, the National Library of Scotland and the Scottish National Gallery.
Edinburgh is rich in associations with the past and has many historic buildings, including Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, the churches of St. Giles, Greyfriars and the Canongate.
Edinburgh's Old Town and New Town are jointly listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
In 2004 Edinburgh became the world's first UNESCO City of Literature, an accolade awarded in recognition of its literary heritage and lively literary activities in the present.
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