Even though I live in the Inner Hebrides, I don’t really venture to Edinburgh very much. The iconic bookshops of TikTok fame have long been on my list to visit – so when I was in town seeing The National, I lost no time in popping in to them.
As a lifelong Swiftie, I was excited to see The National in concert – with Edinburgh Castle as a stunning backdrop.
The National’s distinctive introspective lyrics and slow, musing pacing is thrown by the wayside when it comes to their live show. Their on-stage performance transforms into a screaming, guitar-ridden, beautifully chaotic cohesion of sounds and nuances.
I also purchased a rather snazzy T-shirt – I do love concert merch!
The following day, I popped into Armchair Books first – and what an epic place it is. Floor to ceiling books in every direction and a great range of genres, authors and subjects.
Armchair Books’ narrow door belies the shop’s size – inside it’s a treasure trove of passages and corridors, all leading to more books. It’s a TARDIS-like expanse of literature.
I also explored Edinburgh Books, a really bright and airy shop also with an extensive book collection.
One could really spend all day browsing. I didn’t get anything in this particular shop, but I very much enjoyed the tour and I’ll make sure to go back if I return to Edinburgh.
Both shops had the smell of old pages and leather bindings – exactly how they should!
I love old architecture and there was plenty to be found in Edinburgh. The last picture features a friendly pigeon.
I also had a peek into the Cat Cafe, filled with gorgeously exotic kitties.
Sadly, I didn’t go in because it was closed when I passed.
What did you get up to this weekend? Are you a cat lover? Let me know in the comments.
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