Dark History Tourism – Edinburgh & The Highlands of Scotland
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Dark History Tourism – Edinburgh & The Highlands of Scotland
Amalia S
Uncover the secrets of Edinburgh's dark past with our spine-tingling dark history itinerary. Step back in time to a city filled with tales of murder, mayhem, and the macabre. Discover the notorious figures who once walked the streets, from body snatchers to witch hunters. Explore the eerie vaults beneath the city and the site of public executions. Hear the chilling stories of the city's most infamous crimes, and the punishments that awaited their perpetrators. Discover the sinister side of this fascinating city. Are you brave enough to uncover the truth?
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Where to stay
Edinburgh is quite a big city. As most of our itinerary activities were in the Old Town area, we decided to get an Airbnb there. Sure, you can get a lower price on accommodation in other parts of town, but you save time and money on transportation by staying in Old Town.
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Edinburgh Old Town
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Most places in our itinerary are within walking distance in this area.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Amalia S
Amalia Santa Maria is a native Colombian writer and filmmaker with over seven years of experience crafting engaging stories and roaming the planet. She explores secret destinations, historical tourism, unusual sights, and dark tourism. When she’s not writing, you can find her embroidering, flipping through a pre-raphaelite art book, watching films, or playing with dogs.
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