You need to see the secret Christmas market hidden under this massive volcano fortress
- UK Hidden Gems
- 4 hours ago
- 2 min read
Right in the heart of Scotland's historic capital, an amazing winter event takes place every year, completely overshadowed by one of the world's most dramatic landmarks.
The atmosphere is buzzing, filled with the happy sounds of festive music, the warm smell of sweet treats, and the sight of busy stalls nestled deep below massive cliffs.
This huge, exciting event completely takes over a major section of the city centre.
This astonishing event is famous for its location, as it is the only Christmas market in the entire world situated directly beneath a colossal, volcanic castle fortress.
The market is literally tucked into the gardens below the giant rock that holds Edinburgh Castle, making it a unique and truly unforgettable cultural holiday experience. It is a major hidden gem that every keen shopper and history fan needs to visit.
The market's amazing secret is the thrilling, eerie contrast between the cheerful, bright stalls and the massive, ancient defensive walls of the castle towering hundreds of feet above.
The presence of that huge fortress on the giant rock, which is an extinct volcano, gives the whole area an incredible sense of dramatic history.
This powerful, untouched connection between modern fun and ancient power makes the experience feel entirely unique in Britain.
For visitors planning a trip, be prepared for seriously huge crowds because this market is globally famous and draws millions of people, so plan your walking route carefully with your sturdy boots on.
Finding a convenient car park nearby is incredibly difficult due to the central city location and the volume of people, so public transport is the only sensible choice.
Make sure your boot is packed with cash and warm scarves, as the cold winds off the Firth of Forth can be biting.
This perfectly unique spot is a genuinely rare cultural experience, offering a thrilling escape into a classic European tradition set against one of Scotland’s most iconic historic backdrops.
This amazing, hidden cultural secret, sitting below an ancient, volcanic fortress, is what we are finally revealing. The name of this fantastic Scottish gem is the Edinburgh Christmas Market.
Remember - LeaveNoTrace!
As with anywhere outdoors, kindly keep these areas pristine and wild by taking all trash with you. The amount of complaints we have seen since the pandemic is crazy. It's really not that hard to take your rubbish with you!
Litter tends to spread, so if you see any and are able to pick it up and dispose of it outside the hidden gem, it will help keep the area tidy.
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