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Blossom Season 2024 in Edinburgh

Edinburgh is all blossoms. It’s a blossomfest! Right now!

Hues of pink, and white (and a little pastel yellow) everywhere. It is that time when everyone is a photographer and of course, I had to join the street party. I think I covered a lot of ground. Let me show you…..

The Meadows

I think everyone visits The Meadows for a magical dose of cherry blossoms and this year was not any different. The crowds were certainly out and the blossoms were on full show. I think a lot people in the city has a pic or two of the blossoms here.

Bruntsfield Links

I also took the opportunity to stroll its neighbour, Bruntsfield Links. It really is a delightful area this time of year.

Princes Street / City Centre

Princes Street always takes centre stage in the city centre and without a doubt, it is another popular spot for appreciating these delicate pink flowers. You cannot miss the lined streets of blossoms sheltering those who pass by or wait for their next bus ride.

Princes Street

I recently posted pics of Princess Street Gardens but I thought this post would not be complete if I did not give a nod to the blossoms in the city centre’s famous garden. It is magical this time of year. I was met with an array of Spring colours.

Princes Street Gardens and St Cuthbert

Holyrood

Now, what about Holyrood? I rarely see blossom pics of Holyrood Park. Spring blossoms are an additional bonus when hiking the hills. I love experiencing the change in seasons in this park. It is a feast for the eyes on any given day. But somehow, Spring blossoms adds a delightful dash of colour in a sea of green.

The elevated views are amazing. Dotted shades of pink amid the fresh greens of new growth. Breathtaking. It was well worth the visit.

I also went to a handful of the city’s nearby neighbourhoods: Leith, Seafield, Abbeyhill and Old Town

Leith and Seafield

A walk through Leith and Seafield did not disappoint. Many homes have wonderful trees and blooms in their front yards and the neighbouring trails and parks were delightful.

Abbey Hill

Abbey Hill’s streets were also lined with mostly white blooms. At least the areas I visited. It is amazing how the addition of flowering trees changes the feel of a place.

Old Town

A walk around Canongate and Grassmarket are always a treat. Many iconic buildings were framed with Mother Nature’s delights.

Canongate and Dunbar Close garden

Grassmarket

I definitely quenched my blossom thirst. I hope I did the same for you.

The Year Begins in Spring!

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It’s been a slow start to the year. A really slow start for me. But back l am. I will try to catch up with a few pics from earlier this year in upcoming posts.

This post however will be about Spring in Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh. It is such a wonderful time of the year.

It’s the burst of colour. It is new and fresh following a starved winter. It is rejuvenating. I think the gardens looks like a painting. I can never take enough pics to capture the moment. Hope you can enjoy this sampling.

The Cottage Experience in Edinburgh North

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There is an unusual spot in Edinburgh that often puts a smile on my face because of its cottage feel within the city. It is in the Granton-Wardie Bay area. The Wardie Bay Area has definitely come into its own. It has become a frequent pastime for the locals. It is a lovely spot to just relax.

It has a seafront feel even without the water. The painted coloured residences gives that feel. The homes proudly line the harbour.

But with all that and as much as I enjoy this spot, this is not the spot. However, it is close by.

Just South of Wardie Bay is a path that leads into Wardie Steps. It is walking this path that gives me the cottage, seaside feel! I think it is because it is unexpected.

This narrow lane leads to white-painted cottages and a rainbow of coloured homes.

It is a little hamlet with an air of coastal living right in the Bonnie capital.

Yes, this is what makes me smile. A delightful path to the Wardie Bay waterfront.

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