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A statue in the heart of Edinburgh honors a bear that served in the Polish military during World War II.

This stately bank building hides a spectacular star-studded ceiling.

This 16th-century house tells the city's history through old artifacts and quirky tales.

These steps offer a breathtaking view of one of Europe's most besieged fortresses.

This 16th-century close preserves an unusual piece of Edinburgh's transportation history.

The colorful stairs are made with marble from the world's major quarries.

This extraordinary Viking artifact has traveled throughout the city.

This early version of the guillotine was used to execute the man responsible for its construction.

There are plenty of wonderful panoramic vistas in Edinburgh, but not many are hidden smack in the middle of the Old Town.

The fountain marks the area where hundreds of accused witches were burned at the stake.

A labyrinthine network of chambers with a storied past hides below Edinburgh's South Bridge.

The Scottish Reformation leader's grave was paved over and is now a parking lot.

Come for the oysters, stay for the priceless art honoring inventors across history and Scotland's favorite outdoor sports.

A moody and picturesque riverside ruin overgrown with vegetation.

A 2017 crowdfunding campaign saved this historic castle from being destroyed.

Abandoned station along an ancient pilgrimage route.

A 13th-century stronghold that has fallen into ruin.

The unconventional Scottish soccer coach required players to wear a collar, tie, and bowler hat for matches.

Britain's only herd of free-ranging reindeer.

Monty Python fans will recognize this abandoned mine as the Cave of the Killer Rabbit of Caerbannog.

This man-made waterfall was designed to help improve access for spawning salmon.

From here, the loch appears to take the shape of mainland Scotland.

The world's only above water sand volcano, believed to once be the bathtub of a priest.

A geological wonder that helped fuel myths of trolls and giants.