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.
21. North British Hotel
North British Hotel (now Balmoral Hotel) seen from Princes Street. Photo: TSPL
22. Rankins' Flowers and Fruit
Rankins' Flowers and Fruit at 80 Princes Street. Photo: TSPL
23. George IV Bridge 1965
The corner where George IV Bridge meets Chambers Street and Candlemaker Row in 1965 - Greyfriars Bobby statue to left of picture. Photo: TSPL
24. The Jacey Cinema 1964
Originally called Princes Cinema which opened on September 14th 1912 and closed its doors on November 4th 1935. It was remodelled for the Scottish Associated News Theatres and called the Monseigneur News Theatre. It became the Jacey in January 1964 and closed in 1973 after suffering from the closure of Princes Street station. Photo: George Smith