Take a look at our photo gallery to see how this iconic city centre street has changed – and see what’s remained the same – down the decades.
13. Prue Leith at the Usher Hall
The Great British Bake Off judge joined Queen Margaret University principal Petra Wend to pose for pictures with honorary graduate Mairi O'Keefe, who was awarded the Degree of Doctor of the University. 7 July 2019 Photo: Prue Leith at the Usher Hall
15. Douglas Fairbanks Jr
American actor Douglas Fairbanks Jr crossing the street on Lothian Road during his visit to promote the Bahamas. 7 October 1969 Photo: Douglas Fairbanks Jr
16. New Traverse Theatre premises
Trumpet players Peter Franks and Shaun Harold fanfare the new premises for the Traverse Theatre on Lothian Road. 29 February 1992 Photo: New Traverse Theatre premises
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