Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh

In autumn, Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, becomes full of color and culture. The hills around the city turn red, orange, and gold, and the air feels cool and fresh. Autumn is also the time for exciting festivals, where people can enjoy music, traditions, and stories in this historic city.

Places to See

Don’t miss out on Edinburgh Castle, which sits high on a hill and offers amazing views of the city. You can walk down the Royal Mile, a famous street filled with old stone buildings, gift shops, and cafés. Visit Holyrood Palace, the official home of the King in Scotland, and take a peaceful autumn walk in Holyrood Park. For beautiful views, climb Arthur’s Seat, an ancient volcano where you can see the golden hills and city skyline in autumn light.

The Samhuinn Fire Festival takes place on Halloween night and celebrates ancient Celtic traditions with fire, drums, costumes, and dancing. In October, the Scottish International Storytelling Festival brings storytellers from around the world to share legends, fairy tales, and Scottish myths in a cozy autumn atmosphere.

Fun Fact About Edinburgh

Edinburgh was the first UNESCO City of Literature in the world. Many famous writers lived here, including Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, who created Sherlock Holmes, and J.K. Rowling, who wrote parts of Harry Potter in Edinburgh cafés. The city is full of history and imagination, just like a storybook.
Vocabulary
  • drums - a musical instrument played by being struck with sticks or the hands, typically cylindrical
    барабаны
  • cozy - giving a feeling of comfort, warmth, and relaxation.
    уютный
  • myth - a traditional story, especially one concerning the early history of a people or explaining a natural or social phenomenon
    миф
  • ancient - belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence.
    древний
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Samhain


Answer some of these questions:
  1. Have you heard about Samhain before? What comes to mind when you hear this word?
  2. Is there a celebration like Halloween in USA in your country?
  3. Would you like to celebrate Halloween in Scotland? Why? Why not?
  4. What historic celebration do you know from your country? Could you describe it?
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