Edinburgh has many hidden secrets! Did you know that once the city was surrounded by a wall - Flodden Wall? The World's End pub is so called because this literally was the end of most people's world. Situated just inside the Netherbow gate, poorer residents who couldn't afford the entrance fee back into the city stayed their whole lives within the confines of the City Walls. With the World's End Close, being the last close before reaching the former site of the city wall.
World's End Pub, Edinburgh ©MDHarding
World's End Edinburgh
The wall was thought to have been constructed by the fear, of the English invading Edinburgh after the defeat of the Scottish army, and King James IV was killed at the Battle of Flodden in 1513. But did you know that there have been many city walls built in the city of Edinburgh between the 12th century through to the King's Wall constructed in the mid-15th century?
Where Once Stood One Of Edinburgh's City Walls ©MDHarding
The wall was built for defense but also controlled the passage of people, goods, and animals into and out of the medieval burgh in the early 16th century, thereby serving to secure the payment of customs due and prevent the spread of disease.
Flodden Wall, Edinburgh ©MDHarding
Walk around the remnants of Edinburgh's forgotten city wall that once protected the city for more than 200 years.
The Window Made By The Old City Wall ©MDHarding
What will you discover in Edinburgh? Another piece of the puzzle to the Flodden Wall or something more sinister?
Flodden Wall, Drummond Street, Edinburgh ©MDHarding
Join me on a local food, and photography walking tour in Edinburgh. Taste some of Scotland's cuisine such as haggis and discover from a local what not to miss in Edinburgh. Book your Local Food and Photography Walking Tour in Edinburgh now via Airbnb Experiences or take your own walking tour with Secret Hidden Edinburgh - an unusual guide.
Happy Travels:) x