With dark alleyways, historic buildings and an enchanted castle illuminated at night, Edinburgh, Scotland has inspired writers and poets for centuries. The first UNESCO World Heritage City of Literature, Edinburgh overflows with inspiration for stories and poetry. Museums, ghosts of the past, and edgy new writers populate this city, all making their mark on the culture. Stop for a coffee in the right place and you could easily be sitting next to a renowned author lost in thought whilst penning the next big novel.

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