Edinburgh snow in pictures: The Capital looks breathtaking as locals wake up to another wintry paradise

2021 is off to spectacular start and more snow hits the capital overnight.

By Rachel Mackie

Published 2nd Jan 2021, 11:02 BST

Updated 2nd Jan 2021, 11:23 BST

Residents woke up to see another wintry and magical paradise as Edinburgh is covered in snow.

Again, we were able to collect some of the most beautiful pictures of this fair city this morning.

A big thank you to everyone who sent their photos in!

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These are a collection of stunning pictures of Edinburgh in the snow.

1. Our favourite photos

These are a collection of stunning pictures of Edinburgh in the snow. Photo: Contributed

This view of Arthurs Seat was taken from Treverlen Park by David Scott.

2. Treverlen Park

This view of Arthurs Seat was taken from Treverlen Park by David Scott. Photo: David Scott

This was taken by Orla Bell - that sky is mesmerising!

3. That sky...

This was taken by Orla Bell - that sky is mesmerising! Photo: Orla Bell

An iconic close, snapped by @LauScotland.

4. Advocates Close

An iconic close, snapped by @LauScotland. Photo: @LauScotland

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