Edinburgh’s city centre has seen many changes down the decades – and despite not all of them being for the better, Auld Reekie remains one of the most beautiful cities on the planet.
From trams and parades to shopping centres and department stores, have a look through our picture gallery to see some amazing photos of Edinburgh from years gone by. And please let us know your thoughts in the comments section before you go.
13. 44 George Street, 1954
Leishman and Hughes commercial stationers and agents for 'Imperial' typewriters, 44 George Street Edinburgh. Photo: Unknown
14. North British and Mercantile Insurance Company building 1965
North British and Mercantile Insurance Company building on Princes Street in 1965. This became the site of the now closed British Home Stores (BHS). Photo: TSPL
15. Princes Street
Princes Street looking east from North Mercantile Marine Insurance building and Marks and Spencers Photo: TSPL
16. Sir Jacob Epsteins Statue of St Michael and the Devil, 1961
Sir Jacob Epstein's statue of St Michael and the Devil erected on the roof of Waverley Market to promote the Epstein Exhibition during Edinburgh Festival 1961. Photo: TSPL