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- Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital and is the seat of the Scottish government and the Scottish Supreme Courts.
- The city attracts almost two million visitors annually, making it the second most popular tourist destination in the UK and its second-largest financial center.
- The history of Edinburgh dates back to the Middle Ages, with evidence of habitation as early as 8500 BC.
- The city is still steeped in history, and many of the attractions in Edinburgh celebrate Scottish heritage.
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