Scotland’s stunning capital is recognised globally for the breathtaking architecture of both the historic Old Town and the classical Georgian New Town. Both designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Be that as it may, many incredible buildings have been lost down the decades – and when they’re gone they’re gone.
Have a scroll through our photo gallery to find 17 examples of lost Edinburgh buildings we wish were still standing today.
13. C&A Modes, Princes Street
The beautiful, mansard-roofed C&A Modes department store was destroyed in a terrible blaze in November 1955. Photo: UNKNOWN
14. New Club, Princes Street
The neoclassical New Club on Princes Street was demolished for a brand new building in 1967. Photo: Unknown
15. Waverley Market and roof garden
Built in 1875, the original Waverley Market featured an attractive and symmetrically laid out roof garden with an abundance of plants and flowers and places to sit. It was demolished a century later for the current shopping centre. Photo: UNKNOWN
16. Maules department store, West End
West End of Princes Street in the late 19th century showing Maule's store. this stunning building was constructed in the late 19th century and replaced in 1935 for the current Johnnie Walker (formerly Binns, House of Fraser) building. Photo: UNKNOWN