After a profound show of devotion for his master, a dog becomes the symbol of loyalty for an entire nation.

Brass bricks outline the locations of Edinburgh's lost, lively market stalls.

A six-ton wedding present for the King of the Scots.

These steps offer a breathtaking view of one of Europe's most besieged fortresses.

This alley off Edinburgh's Royal Mile contains remnants of the city's seedier history.

This otherwise ordinary close on the Royal Mile constituted the end of the world for Edinburgh’s poorest residents.

Overlooked by many, the two famous Scottish warriors guard the main gate of Edinburgh Castle.

A sweet symbol marks the place where torturous executions were once carried out.

Edinburgh's oldest statue hides within a parking lot behind the city's iconic cathedral.

The dance of this huge clock is a magnificent and eerie commentary on good and evil in the history of humankind.

The 20th-century chapel’s intricate woodwork includes amazing details, most notably angels playing bagpipes.

Touching this 18th-century Scottish philosopher’s toe allegedly conjures good fortune.

Remnants of the 16th-century defensive wall still stand unassumingly within Edinburgh.

The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?

Protecting the dead from opportunistic body snatchers.

A rare and unique example of an 18th-century door latch calls this restaurant home.

Near the former site of numerous witch burnings, this lavish Edinburgh mainstay pays homage to Scotland's brutal history.

The fountain marks the area where hundreds of accused witches were burned at the stake.

This early version of the guillotine was used to execute the man responsible for its construction.

There are plenty of wonderful panoramic vistas in Edinburgh, but not many are hidden smack in the middle of the Old Town.

The taxidermy remains of the first mammal ever cloned from an adult cell are on display in Edinburgh.

Tiny effigies of the victims of Edinburgh's famous Anatomy Murders.

This red-eyed chrome beast pays homage to the popular modern myth of West Virginia's insectoid monster.

A small storefront museum explores the history and myth of West Virginia's famous urban legend.