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"The fish market square area next to the harbour has a rich history of fishing and whaling - originally dating back to the 16th century. In it's heyday the harbour was home to over 100 fishing boats. Historically the area would have employed many women or "herring lassies" who would carry large wicker baskets of fresh fish into Edinburgh's old town to be sold. "
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