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Arthur's Seat

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(447) · Hiking area in Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Holyrood Park, Edinburgh EH8 8HG

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Arthur's Seat is the main peak of the group of hills which form most of Holyrood Park, described by Robert Louis Stevenson as "a hill for magnitude, a …

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The highest point in Holyrood Park at 251 meters (823.4 feet), Arthur's Seat is a historic volcano that overlooks the city of Edinburgh fr…

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Arthur's seat, is an ancient volcano which forms most of Holyrood Park

Provides excellent panoramic views of the city, is relatively easy to climb, and is popular for hillwalking

Standing 800 feet above sea level, Arthur's Seat is the highest point in the park

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The easiest and simplest ascent is from the east, where a grassy slope rises above dunsapie loch

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You'll enjoy an uninterrupted view of everything edinburgh has to offer so make sure you take your camera

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Visitors not prone to regular walking might find it difficult

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Rock climbing is now restricted to the south quarry and a permit is required

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You can hike from holyrood to the summit in around 45 minutes

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Keep in mind that the journey to Arthur's Seat is all uphill

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There are various starting points for the walk, but one of the most pleasant begins at the scottish parliament building

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The hike is easy except for some parts that consist of rocks and tend to get a tad slippery

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Fascinating and tranquility are the things/feels that this place offers will surely calm down your mind

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A road biking attraction recommended by 39 other cyclists!

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The summit is a fairly easy walk and offers great panoramic views of the city

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