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It's a wonder as Castle keeps rivals at bay



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Published Date: 07 August 2008
EDINBURGH Castle has been ranked in a list of the top five "wonders" of the British Isles.
Holidaymakers named the Castle in fourth spot, one above Ben Nevis.

The top slots in the poll were taken by Big Ben, the Giant's Causeway and Stonehenge.

The survey was carried out by Halifax Travel Insurance.

Spokeswoman Vicky Watson said: "Our research – The Wonders of the British Isles – is a reminder of the stunning treasures that can be found right here on our doorstep."

A spokesperson for VisitScotland added: "We are delighted that two of Scotland's most popular attractions have made it on to this list, beating some of the most famous attractions in the UK."





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  • Last Updated: 07 August 2008 10:36 AM
  • Source: Edinburgh Evening News
  • Location: Edinburgh
  • Related Topics: Edinburgh Castle
 
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07/08/2008 12:26:39
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AD in sunny Livingston,

07/08/2008 15:27:12
Here y'go Foo - I'll go one better than EEN, here's the top 10!

1. Stonehenge, Wiltshire
2. Giant's Causeway, County Antrim
3. Big Ben
4. Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
5. Ben Nevis, Lochaber
6. The Needles, Isle of Wight
7. The Eden Project, Cornwall
8. London Eye
9. Blackpool Tower
10. Angel of the North, Gateshead
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Boy Wonder,

07/08/2008 16:41:59
Cheers #2 AD.

Here's what my family thought ....

1. Stonehenge, Wiltshire. If you can get near it!
2. Giant's Causeway, County Antrim. Undergoing heavy erosion!
3. Big Ben. The bell or it's clockface?
4. Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
5. Ben Nevis, Lochaber. Not climbable to everyone.
6. The Needles, Isle of Wight. You need a boat!
7. The Eden Project, Cornwall. Covered by a Dome!
8. London Eye. Secret transmitter for alien probes!
9. Blackpool Tower. In need of a makeover.
10. Angel of the North, Gateshead. Rusting bit of tin!
4

Boy Wonder,

07/08/2008 16:43:01
#4 (continued)
So Edinburgh Castle should be #1 since it doesn't have problems like the rest!
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AD in sunny Livingston,

07/08/2008 17:37:02
#s 3&4 - Good point well made BW. Perhaps Halifax should've consulted your good self before they came up with this list of problematic wonders!!!

;o)
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Boy Wonder,

07/08/2008 18:32:53
They never do, #5 AD ... they never do!

I am an unrecognised genius, whose only pleasure is flaying 94 year old Chuckles Numbskull whenever I can! :D
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celtic4,

USA 08/08/2008 01:47:21
What of Stirling Castle???? There's a castle for you.

 

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