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Edinburgh Live
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Alexander Smail & Lee Dalgetty

Edinburgh's Royal Mile branded 'crowded and dirty' by visitors to 'tourist trap'

One of Edinburgh's most iconic tourist spots has been slammed as "crowded and dirty" in online reviews.

The Royal Mile is known as a must for any visitor in the capital, with a rich history and architecture. However, some visitors have been left unimpressed and have taken to TripAdvisor to make their feelings known, reports the Daily Record.

Reviewers branded the area "terribly touristy" and "overpriced". In a two-star review, one visitor wrote: "Except for the castle, the Royal Mile was mostly shops and restaurants offering the same overpriced souvenirs and food. It was crowded and dirty.

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