In 1701, cockfighting – the most popular sport in Scotland at that time – was banned from the streets of Edinburgh because huge crowds were bringing traffic to a halt.
1. Old Waverley Classic Hotel (Edinburgh Hotels/3* hotels in Edinburgh)
The Old Waverley is a landmark building located in the heart of Edinburgh's vibrant city centre. The Hotel is centrally located on the famous Princes Street overlooking Princes Gardens and the Scott monument and with views across to Edinburgh Cas...