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For a fantastic Scottish hotel break there really is no place like Edinburgh. While the city makes for a captivating destination at any time of year, you may find it truly comes alive in the summer months, thanks in no small part to the number of brilliant festivals that it hosts between June and August. There truly will be an event for everyone, although live music fans may want to make a particular effort to visit in June. This is when the city hosts its annual Jazz & Blues Festival, in which some of the genre's leading international names will take to the stage in venues across the city. Rising stars on the Scottish scene also perform at the event, so it could be a good opportunity to watch the next big thing in action. Alternatively, why not visit the world-famous Edinburgh Military Tattoo? The event is watched by millions of people across the globe, but it is only when you are there in person that you can get a true appreciation of its grandeur. Armed forces personnel from around the world put on captivating routines, including motorcycle displays, dancing and bagpipe performances. All the action takes place in the backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, so you will also be able to see one of the city's most popular attractions lit up. Literature lovers, meanwhile, are sure to enjoy the Edinburgh International Book Festival in August where top authors give lectures, read out their work and take part in book signing events. But it is perhaps the Edinburgh Festival Fringe that is the most popular of all the summer festivals. This three-week extravaganza is the largest arts event in the world, with thousands of people visiting the city over the course of August to see a range of performances. There truly is something for everyone, so whether you want to see stand-up comedy, an opera, modern dance or an art exhibition, you will find it here. And any young people in your party will be well catered for, as there are lots of events just for children. Everyone from students and amateur theatre groups to the biggest names in entertainment perform at more than 200 venues across the city, so there will certainly be lots of choice. However, the popularity of the festival means that it is a good idea to book your accommodation in advance, so get a hotel in Edinburgh sorted sooner rather than later if possible. These are just some of the fantastic summer festivals that take place in the Scottish capital, so you can be finding at least one that you love.
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