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Welcome

Expect wonder, enchantment and a spectacle of colour as Edinburgh Castle, the defender of the nation, becomes the ‘Castle of Light’. We hope you have a magical time!

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Start the journey with The Esplanade: We are Magic

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A co-production of Edinburgh Castle, Historic Environment Scotland, NL Productions, Doubletake Projections, Andy McGregor Design + Media and War Productions. Creative Director: Andy McGregor

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