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Edinburgh, Midlothian   (City)

Edinburgh, in the heart of Midlothian, is the capital city of Scotland. The city has long been a centre of education, Scottish law, literature, philosophy, the sciences, and engineering. The city is also known for the Edinburgh International Festival and the Fringe. Historic sites include Edinburgh Castle, the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the churches of St Giles, Greyfriars and the Canongate, and the extensive Georgian New Town. Edinburgh's Old Town and New Town are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Edinburgh is within the council area of City of Edinburgh.

Type: City
Historic County : Midlothian
Lat, Long: 55.95339,-3.189121
Grid Reference: NT258740
Police Area: Edinburgh
Council Area: City of Edinburgh
Civil Parish: Edinburgh CP
Country: Scotland
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