These wooden pipes were crucial to providing water to Medieval Edinburgh.

A quartet of brightly colored mythical beasts stand sentry at this gateway.

Brass bricks outline the locations of Edinburgh's lost, lively market stalls.

Edinburgh's oldest statue hides within a parking lot behind the city's iconic cathedral.

This sculpture commemorates Edinburgh's sister city and their respective celebrity dogs.

This Roman relic was discovered in Scotland by a mudlarking ferryman.

Another entry into the world of Edinburgh's pop-up artworks.

The dance of this huge clock is a magnificent and eerie commentary on good and evil in the history of humankind.

A six-ton wedding present for the King of the Scots.

The 20th-century chapel’s intricate woodwork includes amazing details, most notably angels playing bagpipes.

Overlooking the burial ground is a tower designed to prevent thieves from snatching the recently deceased.

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

This extinct volcano rises above Edinburgh and is special for its panoramic views over the city.

Touching this 18th-century Scottish philosopher’s toe allegedly conjures good fortune.

The building where Mary, Queen of Scots was said to have bathed in white wine.

This extraordinary Viking artifact has traveled throughout the city.

Remnants of the 16th-century defensive wall still stand unassumingly within Edinburgh.

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

The tomb of one of Scotland's bloody historic villains is a magnet for bumbling desecrators.

This alley off Edinburgh's Royal Mile contains remnants of the city's seedier history.

The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?

Protecting the dead from opportunistic body snatchers.

The final resting place of soldiers' loyal canine companions.

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