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The Scottish Parliament vs Gladstone's Land
Both The Scottish Parliament and Gladstone's Land are praised by professional travelers. On balance, The Scottish Parliament scores slightly better than Gladstone's Land. The Scottish Parliament ranks #7 in Edinburgh with praise from 6 reviews including Lonely Planet, Michelin Guide and Travel + Leisure.
The Scottish Parliament
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Horse Wynd, Edinburgh EH991SP, Scotland
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Concierge
"Highlights of Catalonian architect Enric Miralles's extraordinary complex include the west side's stainless-steel windows... a section of roof that looks like upturned boats, and the Canongate Wall."
Frommer's
"The abstract motif repeated on the facade facing the Canongate was apparently inspired by Raeburn's painting."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"This weird concrete confection at the foot of Salisbury Crags has left the good people of Edinburgh staring and scratching their heads in confusion."
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Travel + Leisure
"Catalonian architect Enric Miralles went $767 million over budget on his 2004 architectural masterpiece."
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Fodor's
"Scotland's somewhat controversial Parliament building is dramatically modern, with irregular curves and angles that mirror the twisting shapes of the surrounding landscape."
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It's worth taking a free tour to see the main hall and debating chamber, a committee room, and other areas. Call well in advance
Gladstone's Land
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477B Lawnmarket, Edinburgh EH1 2NT, Scotland
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"It contains fine painted ceilings, walls and beams, and some splendid furniture."
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Time Out
"The most genteel accommodation 17th century Edinburgh could provide."
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Fodor's
"This narrow, six-story tenement, next to the Assembly Hall, is a survivor from the 17th century."
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Michelin Guide
1 Star
"This narrow six-floored house typifies 17th C Edinburgh with its height."
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The Telegraph
"It won’t take you long to get round, but it’s a fascinating recreation of the cramped conditions, even for the wealthy, in 17th-century Edinburgh."
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