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The Writers' Museum

By @kakibot

Bookworm? Then you're surely aware that Scotland was once the home of great authors like Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott and Robert Louis Stevenson - and in this Old Town museum you'll get to see their original manuscripts and rough drafts! Also - the hidden court it's situated in is extremely photogenic!

Address: Lawnmarket, Lady Stair's Cl, Edinburgh EH1 2PA, United Kingdom

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About @kakibot

Meet Kat, an Edinburgh local since 2012 and a travel video creator for nearly a decade. With all those years of experience under her belt and a dire need to hide from Edinburgh's crowds, she loves to share her favourite hidden gems with other introverted explorers. Lesser known cafes, quiet bookshops, secret gardens - she knows them all! Her travel creator expertise has led to collaborations with some of the biggest Scottish museums and festivals, further amplifying their stories for the world. The best part? Her adventures don’t stop here, as her love for travel extends far beyond Europe.

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