Edinburgh International Festival

The Edinburgh International Festival attracts top class performers of music, theatre, opera and dance from around the world. The festival also creates a prime time to promote the history and culture of Scotland.

With its stunning Georgian and Victorian architecture, and winding medieval streets, it's easy to see why Edinburgh has been listed as a World Heritage Site.

Among all of its cultural icons, the festive costume of tartan is instantly identifiable.

Also, no festival in Scotland would be complete without the music of bagpipes.

Edinburgh has also prided itself on a trove of intangible legacy. This year marks the 250th anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns, the famous Scottish poet and lyricist. He is regarded as a pioneer of the Romantic movement, and his influence has long been strong on Scottish literature.

Robert Burns' poem, "Auld Lang Syne" remains a song to sing at New Year celebrations.

Playing host to the world's largest arts festival, the capital is bustling with music, culture, and attractions. Presenting both the world's best and the city's past has made the festival a special one.