“It’s a fantastic watercolour and quite an unusual viewpoint ... “I come to Edinburgh every week or so and always go straight up Calton Hill. I started by painting the classic view ...

This collection of Greek-style architecture led to Edinburgh's nickname; the Athens of the North. People who have visited love Calton Hill for its beautiful views, peaceful surroundings and ...

The Herald’s coverage of what’s going on in Scotland’s capital city is to be boosted by a new weekly column by former Edinburgh Evening News and Scotsman editor John McLellan. McLellan ...

The former Royal High School on Calton Hill in Edinburgh is earmarked for a new National Centre for Music. | Richard Murphy Architects It is hoped more than 290,000 visitors a year will visit the ...

Under normal circumstances, the tourist tax would be dominating the thoughts of City of Edinburgh councillors after approving the UK’s first such city scheme last week. Indeed, next Thursday’s ...

There are few buildings as prominent as the Old Royal High School in Edinburgh. Perched on the side of Calton Hill, this A-listed neoclassical building is one of a cluster which earned Edinburgh ...

Rain for much of Scotland tonight, with western areas seeing it turn heavy at times. Later on, the rain will start to clear in the north-west to leave scattered showers. Breezy and mild. Tuesday ...

The Duchess of Edinburgh is said to be celebrating her birthday privately with husband Prince Edward Christina Ebenezer/Buckingham Palace via Getty Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh is marking a ...

A photograph of the Duchess of Edinburgh smiling has been released by Buckingham Palace to celebrate her upcoming 60th birthday. The photo of Sophie mid-laugh perched on a window seat at her home ...

Vogue’s guide to the best vintage clothing stores in Edinburgh is part of our directory of the very best vintage around the world, curated by editors from all over. Whether you’re travelling and ...