Andrew’s travelogue

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Maxies Bistro, Edinburgh

Maxies Bistro, Edinburgh

The colorful, inviting terrace at Maxies Bistro in Edinburgh.

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The Edinburgh Mosque on a Sunny Day

The Edinburgh Mosque on a Sunny Day

The striking tower of the Edinburgh Mosque against a clear blue Scottish spring day.

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Bench in Dunbar's Close Gardens, Edinburgh

Bench in Dunbar's Close Gardens, Edinburgh

Benches in the cozy Dunbar's Close Gardens provide a tranquil respite from the busy traffic outside on the Royal Mile in Edinburgh.

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Rainbow over the Water of Leith, Edinburgh

Rainbow over the Water of Leith, Edinburgh

A beautiful rainbow proves the Water of Leith walkway is a wonderful stroll along the edge of town, regardless of the weather.

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The Tempting Tattie, Edinburgh

The Tempting Tattie, Edinburgh

The Tempting Tattie serves up inexpensive but heaping portions of baked potatoes. Go there for the great food, go back again for the friendly service.

Dean Bridge, as seen from the Water of Leith

Dean Bridge, as seen from the Water of Leith

The beautiful and historic Dean Bridge, architected by the famous Thomas Telford ('The Man Who Built Britian','The Father of Civil Engineering').

Edinburgh Festival Fireworks

Edinburgh Festival Fireworks

Fireworks as seen from Calton Hill, signalling the end of the 2007 Fringe Festival

Dexplore Playing Cards

Dexplore Playing Cards

These inexpensive playing cards offer a hands-on travel guide to various global destinations. This is the Edinburgh deck, complete with excellent photography and discounts across the city.

A frothy, full glass of beer above Rådhuspladsen

A frothy, full glass of beer above RÄdhuspladsen

This neon sign for Tuborg lights up the RÄdhuspladsen square at night. Tuborg is a product of the Carlsberg Brewery - the 5th largest brewery group in the world, based here in Copenhagen. Beyond Tubord and Carlsberg, which can be found anywhere in the city, try to sample an Special Brew or Elephant beer, both highly recommended sister beers to Tuborg.

Moon rising over the water near Christiania

Moon rising over the water near Christiania

Christiania's picturesque views are endless, both day and night. In this photo, the nighttime reflections seem to effortlessly drip towards the bottom of the river crossing, with the moon comfortably watching overhead.

Andrew Hayes

Andrew Hayes has been a member since 10 November 2007 and goes by andrewghayes.

Currently in Edinburgh.

I am a part time photographer and travel writer. Prefer to spend most of my time behind the lens, but enjoy sharing trade secrets on my favourite places in the world.

You can also find Andrew at andyhayes.com.