A stroll through the New Town will inevitably lead you to St. Andrew’s Square. Therefore, it is impossible not to notice the two buildings juxtaposed with neoclassical architecture. Six Corinthian columns adorn the facade of the most imposing building, on which are placed six colossal statues. An architectural marvel that reveals the buildings prestigious past, the 18th century headquarters of the British Linen Bank and then the head office of the Royal Bank of Scotland. At the entrance, nothing says that it is a hotel. has
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Opening in June 2022, Gleneagles Townhouse cultivates a certain form of discretion. A 33-room hotel, it is also a club where everything is done to provide its members with hospitality imbued with elegance and privacy. Fortunately, the heart of its life, The Spence (Scots for pantry) is open to all and has quickly established itself as one of the capital’s most popular venues. Its interior architecture alone is worth a visit. the glass dome overlooking the huge room with monumental columns and a frieze of sculptures of notable figures. And art hanging everywhere, signed by Scottish artists such as Liz McGurn, Jack McConville, Scyla Kozma and Donnie McLean…
Museums and galleries within walking distance
A stay at Gleneagles Townhouse means exploring Edinburgh on foot is a must. If art has invited itself to a hotel, then it is everywhere where there are museums and galleries. Passionate about history? You only need to cross the street to admire the National Portrait Gallery of Scotland’s collections of national portraits, housed in a neo-Gothic building. Passing in front of the mural depicting the execution of King Charles Ieh, the shivers of chilling realism will capture you. Are you more into modern art? Head to Ingleby Gallery, an art gallery housed in Glasite Meeting House, a former place of worship dating back to 1834. Since its opening in 1998, Ingleby has supported established and emerging artists. Don’t miss the exhibition from January Twenty five which will celebrate the 25th anniversary of the gallery through 25 works.
The Old Town district also hides a section, the Fruitmarket Gallery. Located fifteen minutes from the hotel, across from Edinburgh Waverley Station (the UK’s second largest station), it is on display until 29 January 2023. Far away by artist Haley Tompkins. Opened in 1974, Fruitmarket has never ceased to promote contemporary Scottish and international art and culture. From the 1970s, it was moved to a 1931 building, formerly a green market, adjacent to the station. Following a recent renovation project, the gallery now occupies two buildings, one of which is a rough and industrial structure dating back to 1889. Leaving the Fruitmarket, do not hesitate to get lost in the alleys of the Old Town, take its narrow passages, those. close… a walk that will take you to an impressive castle.
To go Air France (36.54; Airfrance.fr) offers one to two daily flights to Edinburgh from €65 one-way and €130 return.
Stay,Gleneagles Townhouse. From 400 euros per night including breakfast. 39 St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH2 2AD. Tel: +44 (0)131 322 3780. Member of The Leading Hotels of The World, book online (Lhw.com).
Restore. dinner at Spence to discover Scottish chef Jonny Wright’s seasonal cuisine, around €80. Lunch at The Scran & Scallie Restaurant, In the friendly neighborhood of Stockbridge, for pub cuisine with a twist and forget your preconceptions by tasting the famous stuffed sheep’s stomach, ‘Haggis, neeps & tatties’, so delicious in this revised version, €13 per dish.
Visit :Scottish National Portrait Gallery,Ingleby Gallery,fruit market.
Source: Le Figaro
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