Art and Culture in Edinburgh
December 17th, 2009 | by |Edinburgh is best known as the Festival City and is renowned as the place where people come together to share their passion for art and culture. With twelve individual festivals taking place throughout the year and numerous galleries, museums and exhibition spaces, you are truly spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing what to do and see.
One of the most popular events on Edinburgh’s annual arts and culture calendar is the International Festival which usually takes place during the month of August, the busiest month of the for Edinburgh festival-goers as several are held during this month.
Edinburgh International Festival offers a varied array of classical music, theatre, opera and dance events and is one of the most important cultural celebrations to take place in the world.
Edinburgh Fringe Festival is the largest arts festival in the world and presents a medley of theatre, comedy, dance, music and street performers.
Entertainment comes in all shapes and forms during the Fringe Festival and the Scottish capital is transformed as performers fill the city’s cobbled streets. The Edinburgh Fringe Festival is host to more than 31,000 performances, 2000 shows and 18,000 performers who entertain more than 1.5 million people in 250 venues across the city.
There are another two annual festivals which may be of particular interest to arts and culture lovers. Edinburgh’s International Film Festival has, for more than half a century, presented some of cinemas most significant and exciting moments and played host to the world's greatest filmmakers.
Edinburgh International Book Festival is another popular event and the largest book festival of its kind, with more than 700 world-class writers and scholars taking part in more than 800 events each year.
There are several other festivals taking place throughout the year, from science to arts and jazz to politics so whatever your taste and interest you can be sure to find one that fits the bill.
In addition to the annual festivals you might want to investigate the museums and galleries dotted around the city.
The National Galleries of Scotland comprise of five galleries; National Gallery, Portrait Gallery, Royal Scottish Academy Building, Dean Gallery and the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art. The collections of Scottish and international art are among the best in the world and entrance to the galleries is free.
Edinburgh’s museums are plentiful as well. The Writers' Museum, Museum of Childhood, Museum of Edinburgh, People's Story, Brass Rubbing Centre are all found around the city centre. Lauriston Castle, Queensferry Museum and Newhaven Heritage Museum are all situated on the waterfront so you could take a leisurely stroll on the beach or promenade whilst soaking up some art and culture at the same time.
Hotels in Edinburgh are as varied as the art and culture scene and there are several options to suit all tastes and budgets, from indulgent luxury to purse friendly. During the busy festival months accommodation does tend to be in demand so book early to avoid missing out on the fun.
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