The Real Mary King’s Close February 26, 2010
Posted by tiffany in : Edinburgh , trackbackSo, as it turns out that deciding to take a short cut up never ending stairs in an ally, called a “Close” (don’t worry mom, it’s not dark or deserted), was very beneficial. We ran into a historic attraction called The Real Mary King’s Close, which takes groups down, under the city to what was once Edinburgh.
It turns out that the city was basically used as pre-made foundation for new government buildings.As you walk through the original roads of Edinburgh, you discover the treatment of the plague, myths, ghost stories, and other nifty tid-bits of what life was like in the 1600′s.
The tour was more than we expected and all of the employees were very welcoming. The tour guide acted the part of a 1600′s lady and her spiel was very entertaining. We had a great time.
By the way, All people with the surname of ‘King ‘ get free admission if you show them your ID.
P.S. Burgess, Katherine, tell your mom, means free to vote. Edinburgh was one of the first places that allowed women this right.
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wow…it’s the first comments
in China we call it ‘get the sofa’
Edinburgh must be awesome
maybe you will see J K Rowling
she lives in Edinburgh right?
it seems that people live in Scotland speak with accent
do you understand them?
ps: i am that Chinese guy at Omegle
remember? (say yes please..)
Edinburgh is great so far, just a bit cold and wet. The accent is great, we’re already beginning to pick it up, and yes, I do remember you!
No idea about if Rowling lives here but who knows.
I was looking through Edinburgh sites for Edinburgh sights . . this page made a walk along Princes Street was interesting, especially if it stops raining long enough to get a camera out!
http://www.stuckonscotland.co.uk/edinburgh/princes-street.html