James Craig

Scroll through our gallery to see some incredible images of Edinburgh's George Street in the 1960s.

15 pictures of George Street in the 1960s

Pictured in 1963 is Dymock Howden and Co in George Stree, which was the place to go for a coffee.

15 pictures of George Street through the years

The history of Princes Street - one of the most iconic streets in the world

The history of Princes Street - one of the most iconic streets in the world

Observatory House, on Edinburgh's Calton Hill, dates back to 1776. Picture: Anna Henly

Observatory House, Edinburgh – a unique retreat - Scotland on Sunday Travel

Radio Forth's headquarters on Forth Street, in Edinburgh's New Town. Picture: Lisa Ferguson

Bid to turn Radio Forth headquarters into new hotel under threat

Observatory House

Travel: Observatory House, Calton Hill, Edinburgh

The preserved foundation stone can be seen at the northwest entrance to the centre. An accompanying plaque details the history of the site.

St James Square 1779 foundation stone incorporated into new centre

The Old Observatory House on Edinburgh's Calton Hill dates back to 1776.

Gothic home for astronomers to become artists 'retreat'

Thistle Court in the 1960s. Picture: TSPL

What was the first building in Edinburgh's New Town?

Edinburgh Airport is now the UKs fastest growing airport in terms of international passengers. Picture: Ian Georgeson

Gordon Dewar: We want your vision on how to grow an airport

A copy of James Craig's New Town plan which was first published in 1767. Picture: NLS Archives

Picture quiz: Edinburgh New Town landmarks

Special effects to mark 250 years of Edinburgh's New Town

Picture; Greg Macvean

Plan for celebration of New Town's history and heritage

Al fresco dining in a sunny George Street. Picture: Ian Georgeson

Backing for George Street's revamp blueprint

Soldier outside Leith Fort on the day it was announced that is was to be closed.

Looking back at Edinburgh's notorious Leith Fort

Lost Edinburgh: Leith Street, St James Square and Greenside
A LITTLE over 40 years ago, a colossal chunk of Edinburgh city centre, situated only a stone’s throw from Princes Street, faced such relentless annihilation that few similarities are visible today.
DAVID MCLEAN

Lost Edinburgh: Leith Street, St James Square and Greenside

The march of time’s exposed at military site