• Find a whole host of fun Edinburgh Castle facts for kids, including the history of the castle, famous residents, and lots more exciting Scottish trivia!
  • When you visit the city of Edinburgh, you can’t help but notice the magnificent castle sitting atop its rocky base, also known as castle rock Edinburgh.
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    • 5. King David I built the first version of Edinburgh Castle
    • 11. Edinburgh Castle became a monument because of a prison break
  • This castle is a must if you are in Edinburgh. It is more of a military defense castle than the standard king/queen castle one may expect.
  • Edinburgh Castle is the one of the most definitive landmarks in the United Kingdom and the most popular paid-for tourist attraction in Scotland.
  • Edinburgh Castle is situated on Castle Rock in the city of Edinburgh, Scotland. Castle Rock formed after a volcano erupted over 340 million years ago.
  • Edinburgh Castle in a Nutshell. ... Perched atop an ancient volcanic rock, Edinburgh Castle stands as a testament to Scotland's rich and storied past.
  • No such action has been seen at Edinburgh castle since. The castle now serves as a military station and is home to the Scottish National War Memorial.
  • At Edinburgh Castle Apartments and Suites, we redefine the experience of temporary living with our meticulously designed service apartments and suites.
  • In the summer, mainstream musicians, like Rod Stewart and the Proclaimers, take over Edinburgh Castle Esplanade for outdoor Castle Concerts.