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Edinburgh, Scotland

Sheep Heid Inn

One of Edinburgh's oldest pubs hides a 19th-century skittles alley in the back.
Sam OBrien Added by Sam OBrien
Edinburgh, Scotland

Greyfriars Bobby

The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?
Annetta Black Added by Annetta Black
Edinburgh, Scotland

Cafe Royal

Come for the oysters, stay for the priceless art honoring inventors across history and Scotland's favorite outdoor sports.
Sam OBrien Added by Sam OBrien
Edinburgh, Scotland

Museum of Edinburgh

This 16th-century house tells the city's history through old artifacts and quirky tales.
Added by Rachel Gould
Gwynedd, Wales

The Blue Lake

A hidden tunnel leads to an abandoned slate quarry that's now a secret swimming spot guarded by cliffs.
Added by rich48
Gwynedd, Wales

Snowdon

The highest peak in Wales is said to be the final resting place of a giant killed by King Arthur.
thomasharper Added by thomasharper
Gwynedd, Wales

Llechwedd Caverns Trampoline Park

A subterranean playground in an abandoned slate mine.
Argyll and Bute, Scotland

Clach Na Criche (The Wishing Stone)

An ancient stone wall formed by lava that was a frequent stop during funeral marches.
RecklessThor Added by RecklessThor
Lewes, England

Lewes Bonfire

Both church and state get put to the torch in this annual festival in the "Bonfire Capital of the World."
Added by jazmcn
London, England

The Attendant, Fitzrovia

Drink your espresso at a Victorian-era urinal in this underground-restroom-turned-coffee-bar.
jessemiers Added by jessemiers
Qujing, China

Luoxiagou

A canvas of crops grow from vibrant red soil in this terraced farmland.
serflac Added by serflac
Monrovia, California

The Aztec Hotel

This bizarre hotel on historic Route 66 has been plagued by rumors of paranormal activity.
tseelie Added by tseelie
Segovia, Spain

Alcázar de Segovia

This magnificent castle grew from a small Moorish fortress, and reportedly inspired two iconic Disney castles.
Fred Cherrygarden Added by Fred Cherrygarden
Dunmore, Scotland

Dunmore Park House

A once extravagant mansion, now reduced to ruin.
grahamstewartwalker Added by grahamstewartwalker
Wallyford, Scotland

Crookston School

This former school is now abandoned and a canvas for graffiti artists.
linkogecko Added by linkogecko
Stirling, Scotland

Wolf Craig

A distinctive building that incorporates a mythical beast into its architecture.
SEANETTA Added by SEANETTA
Edinburgh, Scotland

Huang Kuan Statue

The first Chinese student to graduate from a European university.
SEANETTA Added by SEANETTA
Longniddry, Scotland

Aberlady Bay Submarine Wrecks

Visible at low tide, this rusting vessel is one of the last surviving examples of the X-Class "Midget" submarines.
niallmccumesty Added by niallmccumesty
Inverkeithing, Scotland

Inverkeithing Mercat Cross

Aside from denoting a public square or market, this medieval structure was also a sign of a town's prosperity.
SEANETTA Added by SEANETTA
Lerwick, Scotland

Lerwick Public Sign Snail

The unexpected mascot of Shetland's capital.
linkogecko Added by linkogecko
Cutcloy, Scotland

'Wicker Man' Stumps

The remnants of a classic 1970's British film.
SEANETTA Added by SEANETTA
Kilcreggan, Scotland

Tut-Tut Rock

A painted tribute to an ancient Egyptian king lurks along a stretch of Scottish shore.
Added by duncanchappell
Highland, Scotland

Moine House

This ruined travelers shelter sits abandoned in a desolate bog of Flow Country.
katielou106 Added by katielou106
Edinburgh, Scotland

'A Drama in Time'

Neon artworks light up this dark Edinburgh tunnel.
linkogecko Added by linkogecko