The Castle Esplanade by cessna152towser, on Flickr
Edinburgh is not one of my favourite places, especially at festival time when it goes crazy, but it would have been unfair not to let our young German guest see Edinburgh while she is in Scotland. Here we are on the Castle Esplanade, defaced as it is at this time of year with those ugly grandstands for the military tattoo.

St. Giles Cathedral by cessna152towser, on Flickr
St. Giles Cathedral, with some people who wanted to be in the frame.

Barrage of Old Costumes by cessna152towser, on Flickr
Conronted by a barrage of people in historic costumes.

Man With Bird on his Head by cessna152towser, on Flickr
Man with a stuffed bird on his head is a hit with the kids.

Deacon Brodie's by cessna152towser, on Flickr
Deacon Brodie's Pub, a favourite drinking den of court lawyers (attorneys). The High Court, Court of Session, Sheriff Court and Justice of the Peace Courts are all within a short walking distance.

The Royal Mile by cessna152towser, on Flickr
The Royal Mile is manic at this time of year!

Down the Royal Mile by cessna152towser, on Flickr
Another busy scene on the Royal Mile

Kilted Trio by cessna152towser, on Flickr
Plenty of kilts around, here's a trio.
More to follow shortly