Edinburgh, Scotland
National Monument of Scotland
A never-finished memorial to the heroes of the Napoleonic War has become "Scotland's Folly."
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Edinburgh, Scotland
A never-finished memorial to the heroes of the Napoleonic War has become "Scotland's Folly."
Edinburgh, Scotland
Many of Edinburgh's more unsavory characters spent their final days behind this door while awaiting their executions.
Edinburgh, Scotland
A collection of unique objects showcasing the university’s achievements in the medical field.
Edinburgh, Scotland
The fountain marks the area where hundreds of accused witches were burned at the stake.
Edinburgh, Scotland
Near the former site of numerous witch burnings, this lavish Edinburgh mainstay pays homage to Scotland's brutal history.
Edinburgh, Scotland
Protecting the dead from opportunistic body snatchers.
Edinburgh, Scotland
The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?
Edinburgh, Scotland
Possibly the world's smallest museum is home to one exhibit that sheds light on the capital city's dark criminal history.
Edinburgh, Scotland
A book bound in the skin of an infamous criminal, along with countless other specimens.
Edinburgh, Scotland
These tiny effigies are believed to represent victims of Edinburgh’s notorious Anatomy Murders.