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🏰 Old and New Towns of Edinburgh
Medieval and Georgian urban districts in Scotland's capital


πŸ• 4 min read Β· Updated 22 May 2026 at 14:20

UNESCOUNESCO World Heritage Site

πŸ“Œ Fast Facts
  • Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
  • UNESCO inscription: 1995
  • Two districts: medieval Old Town and 18th–19th century New Town
  • Area: approximately 295 hectares (730 acres)

The Old and New Towns of Edinburgh form a dual urban district in Scotland's capital that demonstrates contrasting ...

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