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Arthur’s Seat in Edinburgh: A Practical Guide for Visitors

Morris Skilling January 2, 2026 No Comments

When you first see Arthur’s Seat from the city streets, it might seem like just another hill. In reality, it’s one of the few urban walks in Europe where you…

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Old Town and New Town: Preserving Edinburgh’s UNESCO Heritage

Morris Skilling December 31, 2025 No Comments

Edinburgh is one of the few cities in the world where two radically different urban visions – medieval and Enlightenment – coexist side by side with such clarity. The Old…

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City Vision 2030: Sustainable Development and the Green City

Morris Skilling December 29, 2025 No Comments

In the early 2020s, as cities worldwide grappled with climate change, rapid population growth, and urban inequality, Edinburgh set out an ambitious pathway for its future. Central to this is…

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The Royal Mile Today: Walking, Shopping, and Sightseeing

Morris Skilling December 27, 2025 No Comments

The Royal Mile in Edinburgh, Scotland is one of the most iconic historic streets in the United Kingdom. Stretching from Edinburgh Castle at the western end down to the Palace…

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Edinburgh Castle: From Royal Residence to Iconic Landmark

Morris Skilling December 25, 2025 No Comments

Edinburgh Castle is one of the most recognisable historic landmarks not just in Scotland, but across the United Kingdom. Perched dramatically atop Castle Rock, this ancient fortress has played a…

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Edinburgh Airport: Complete Guide to Parking, Transport, Arrivals and Departures

Morris Skilling December 23, 2025 No Comments

Edinburgh Airport is Scotland’s busiest airport and the main international gateway to the capital. Located just outside the city, it serves millions of passengers every year and plays a central…

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From Din Eidyn to the Capital: Why Edinburgh, Founded in the 7th Century, Is One of Europe’s Oldest Cities

Morris Skilling December 18, 2025 No Comments

Have you ever walked through a city and felt like the stones beneath your feet were quietly telling stories? Edinburgh is one of those rare places. It doesn’t shout its…

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Welcome to EDINBURGH PAST AND PRESENT.

Please put your cursor over the headings above for a drop down menu:

  • City History,
  • Attractions and Places to Visit are some of the content on offer,
  • Edinburgh Stories.

There is also a Feature button with

  • Historic Houses,
  • Gay Edinburgh,
  • and Edinburgh Suburbs among others.

If you are a local I hope you'll learn something about your city - maybe find a place you never knew existed. If you are a visitor then I hope this enhances your visit and if you've never been here then I hope it makes you want to visit.

Enjoy the site, Morris.

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Edinburgh’s Vanished Streets: What Happened to the City’s Lost Thoroughfares

Past

Edinburgh’s Lost Closes: Which Passageways Have Disappeared and Why

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Why Do Edinburgh Streets Have Such Steep Hills? Understanding the City’s Dramatic Topography

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Leith: From Edinburgh’s Historic Port to Vibrant Waterfront Neighbourhood

Edinburgh Past and Present

This is a new web site set up by Morris Skilling, Craiglockhart, Edinburgh, to record his interest in Edinburgh. The site has drop-down menus at the top of each page, with links to pages covering:

  • Past: Stories of Old Edinburgh, Haunted Edinburgh
  • Present:  Attractions, Places to Visit, Free museums and galleries.

Enjoy the site.

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