Edinburgh Castle from the Grassmarket

Category

Library Item

Item no

24406

Title

Edinburgh Castle from the Grassmarket

Description

The Grassmarket is seen here at the base of the Castle Rock upon which Edinburgh Castle is built. Horse and carts can be seen on the road in front of the many pubs and businesses that line the street of the Grassmarket.

Artist / maker

Valentine, James

Date

1865

Size

11.6 x 17.4 cm

Type

Photograph

Location

Edinburgh and Scottish Collection

The Grassmarket is an open area situated below Edinburgh Castle at the west end of the Cowgate. It was, for many centuries, an important venue for commercial and social activity in the Old Town. A weekly market was held here from the 15th to the early 20th century. It was also the site of many public executions. The Grassmarket continues to be a popular area for socialising, with a large number of pubs and restaurants.

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Business > Service industry > Shops

Homes > Residential buildings > Castles and palaces

Places > Edinburgh areas > Old Town

Places > United Kingdom > Scotland

Sport and leisure > Eating and drinking facilities > Inns

Transport > Land > Carts and wagons

Transport > Land > Horse and carts

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