As we reach the end of 2023, we’ve taken another delve into our photo archive to find out what life was like living in Edinburgh 30 years ago in 1993.
The Gyle Shopping Centre opened its doors for the first time, providing locals with an American mall style shopping experience, with a wide range of shops and facilities on offer at the new facility on the edge of the city.
17. Festival stand
A colourful Edinburgh Festival stand at the mound in August 1993. Photo: HAMISH CAMPBELL
18. Enoch Powell
Enoch Powell pictured speaking at Edinburgh University in 1993. Photo: BILL HENRY
19. Christmas tree
Christmas tree lights being switched on at the Mound in 1993. Photo: Unknown
20. Burryman
The legendary South Queensferry Burryman - taken in August 1993. Photo: ALAN LEDGERWOOD