Hoisted high atop Edinburgh, as if monitoring the city below, Edinburgh Castle is not only one of Scotland's most recognized landmarks, but one of the country's most-visited attractions.

After exploring Edinburgh Castle, head about 20 miles west of the city to experience Blackness Castle. While there are a number of castles outside the city (this is the land of many a border ...

The Times reviewers were particularly taken by the breathtaking views of Edinburgh Castle, calling them one ... a strikingly blue loch backed by three majestic, butter-yellow mountains.

Read more: Rick Steves' Most And Least Favorite Places In Europe Scotland's coastlines are decorated with stunning blue waters ... plan a day trip to Edinburgh's iconic castle, the spooky South ...