Edinburgh, EDH Specialty Attractions
• A WorldWeb.com Travel Guide to Specialty Attractions in Edinburgh, EDH, Scotland.
Our Dynamic Earth has interactive and high-tech exhibits and displays illustrating the history and science of planet earth. Information is updated regularly by a selection of the world's leading scientists. Vistor's will discover how the earth has existed for billions of years, and what needs to be done to keep it healthy for billions of years to come.
Located beside Edinburgh Castle, the Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre takes visitors through the entire process of distilling scotch from malting to maturing. Scotch whiskey dates back to the 15th century. The tour of the facility includes tastings, a barrel ride, meeting the resident ghost, and films.
St. Giles Cathedral, also known as the High Kirk of Edinburgh, was rebuilt after a fire in 1385, but there are remaining portions that date all the way back to 1120. It is Presbyterianism's Mother Church, and is named after St. Giles, a 7th century hermit who inspired the building of safehouses and hospitals after his own accidental death. It has an active congregation, and sees a quarter million visitors each year.
John Knox House
John Knox was the founder of the Presbyterian Church and the Leader of the Scottish Reformation, and John Knox House is where he lived for a short time prior to his death. Exhibits on his life are now housed here.
Arthur's Seat
Arthur's Seat is the remains of a volcano that erupted underwater during the Carboniferous period. Located in Holyrood Park, it is a dominant landmark in Edinburgh.
The Georgian House
Set on the north side of Charlotte Square, the Georgian House was designed by architect Robert Adam. It has been completely refurbished in popular styles of 1796, and visitors can experience what life was like during those times in Edinburgh. Audio-visual displays add to the exhibits throughout the house.
