United Kingdom
Edinburgh is a city located in the United Kingdom, specifically in the province of Scotland. With a population of 514,990, it is a significant urban center in the region.
Edinburgh Airport
10.9 km away
RAF Kirknewton
15.2 km away
Castleton Farm
17.5 km away
Edinburgh is situated at coordinates 55.95206° latitude and -3.19648° longitude, placing it in the Northern and Western hemispheres. The city has an elevation of 66 meters and operates within the Europe/London timezone. Nearby cities include Livingston, Cumbernauld, Dunfermline, Kirkcaldy, and Glenrothes.
In terms of population, Edinburgh ranks 7th out of 6343 cities in the United Kingdom. The total urban population of the country is 73,040,797, highlighting the city's significance within this context.
Edinburgh is located in Scotland, where it ranks 2nd among 734 cities. Notable cities in the province include Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee, Paisley, and East Kilbride. The city is supported by a range of amenities, including 15 hospitals, 173 schools, 31 universities, and 279 parks.
Around Edinburgh, 20 nearby populated places have been recorded within 25 km.
Edinburgh is home to 3 universities and higher education institutions.
| University | QS |
|---|---|
| Heriot-Watt University | — |
| Kings Buildings | — |
| Queen Margaret University | — |
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The population of Edinburgh is 514,990.
Edinburgh is located in the province of Scotland.
The coordinates of Edinburgh are 55.95206° latitude and -3.19648° longitude.
The elevation of Edinburgh is 66 meters.
The nearest airport to Edinburgh is Edinburgh Airport (IATA: EDI).
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