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King Edward driving along Princes Street
Balmain, James C. H., 1903, Photograph
King Edward driving along Princes Street
King Edward driving along Princes Street
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7425
Title
King Edward and Queen Alexandra driving along Princes Street
Description
A photograph of King Edward and Queen Alexandra driving along Princes Street, Edinburgh. They are driving in an open landau and are followed by a group of lifeguards. The sides of the street are lined with soldiers, holding back the crowds of people looking on. The overlooking buildings are decorated with flags and floral garlands. The buildings include the Royal British Hotel.
Artist / maker
Balmain, James C. H.
Date
1903
Size
31.4 x 31 cm
Type
Photograph
Location
Edinburgh and Scottish Collection
Princes Street is one of the main thoroughfares and shopping areas in Edinburgh. It was created as part of James Craig's New Town development and named in honour of George III's sons. With the exception of St John's Church there is no building on the southern side of Princes Street, allowing spectacular views of Edinburgh Castle and Old Town.
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The Old and New Towns of Edinburgh World Heritage
Historic City and Capital of Scotland
Princes Street, Past and Present
The Royals in Edinburgh
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