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In today’s email: 

• Why Do They Call It The Royal Mile?

• Why is the Royal Mile so famous?

• Collect your gift! - A Free Digital Copy Of The Ultimate Scotland Travel Guide

• Around the Web: Scotland fans allowed to take bagpipes into Euro 2024 stadiums, 68% of of Scots in Edinburgh find a love of outdoors the most attractive quality in a potential partner, Explore Scotland's Top 10 Seaside Getaways and more

• From Social Media - Aberdeen's Johnston Gardens looking unbe-leaf-able!

• Scottish Food You Will Love - How To Make Scotland’s Case-less Sausage

• Coo Wee - 'Funniest bus driver in Glasgow' has passengers in stitches with hilarious jokes

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Why Do They Call It The Royal Mile?

The Royal Mile spans between two pivotal sites in Scotland's royal legacy: Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Its name originates from its historical role as the ceremonial path for monarchs, measuring roughly one Scottish mile, which equals 1.8072576 kilometers in modern terms.

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Why is the Royal Mile so famous?

The Royal Mile is one of the most iconic streets in Scotland and renowned around the world. Located in Edinburgh, it runs between Edinburgh Castle at the top of the city and Holyrood Palace at the bottom. Situated in a central position, this street is not only a major tourist attraction but also contains many historical buildings that have been preserved. 

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Get Your Free Digital Copy Of The Ultimate Scotland Travel Guide

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Around The Web

Scotland snow tracker live - check your area as Met Office weather alerts kick in

Many areas in Scotland have been placed under weather warnings today for snow and ice, with the conditions potentially causing some travel disruption.

Has the Taylor Swift effect helped American Football in Scotland?

Unlike Taylor Swift, the East Kilbride Pirates would rather be on the field than watching from the sidelines.

Scotland fans allowed to take bagpipes into Euro 2024 stadiums

Scotland fans will be allowed to take bagpipes inside stadiums at Euro 2024. It was feared the Tartan Army may be without their traditional soundtrack

Scotland's two 'countryside havens' less than 30 minutes from Glasgow

With the February half-term break just around the corner, experts have shared the top "countryside havens" just outside of Glasgow 

Travel disruption amid severe snow and ice warning across Scotland

The Met Office has issued a severe weather warning of snow and ice across Scotland.

Edinburgh trio launches international bar show

Edinburgh is getting its very own trade-focused bar show, with the event due to land in the Scottish capital for the first time in April. 

Edinburgh is favourite destination for Northern Belle luxury train

This year's favourite destination for passengers travelling on the luxury Northern Belle train has been named as Edinburgh.

15 incredible Edinburgh chippies where you can get still a cheap fish supper

Cod or haddock? Mushy peas? And with or without salt and sauce?

68% of of Scots in Edinburgh find a love of outdoors the most attractive quality in a potential partner

Scots in Edinburgh look for a love of the outdoors when searching for a partner, according to the National Trust for Scotland.

Explore Scotland's Top 10 Seaside Getaways

Discover the allure of Scotland's captivating coastal landscapes with this curated list of 10 scenic getaways.

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From Social Media

Aberdeen's Johnston Gardens looking unbe-leaf-able!

Credit: - Instagram.com/wanderingaberdonian

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Scottish Food You Will Love

How To Make Scotland’s Case-less Sausage

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Coo Wee

'Funniest bus driver in Glasgow' has passengers in stitches with hilarious jokes

Passengers on board First Glasgow's number 34 service were in floods of laughter during their journey, thanks to the bubbly Gary who kept them entertained.

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