Which city is more beautiful Edinburgh or Glasgow?
Tourism in Glasgow vs Edinburgh Despite the fact that Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and boasts so many wonderful cultural attractions and institutions, Edinburgh is the more popular destination among international tourists.
Does Edinburgh have better weather than Glasgow?
Glasgow pips Edinburgh to the post in terms of warmth, with a slightly warmer annual average temperature; but along with that comes plenty of rain. In fact, Glasgow has nearly twice the number of rainy days per year than Edinburgh – or anywhere else, bringing it the accolade of being the UK’s wettest city.
Is Glasgow safer than Edinburgh?
Glasgow now has a violent crime rate of 22.8 per 10,000. The figure in the capital is 17.2. Glasgow, therefore, is now still shockingly one third more violent than Edinburgh. Knife-carrying – a much reduced crime across most of Scotland – remains firmly a west coast issue.
Is Glasgow hilly?
Glasgow is hilly and sprawling, divided to the north and south by the River Clyde, but the city’s more marked division is between the wealthier west and industrial east sides.
Why is Glasgow better than Edinburgh?
Glasgow is far bigger that Edinburgh and not as “touristy”. It’s got great shopping and loads of pubs/clubs. It’s well known for it’s architecture and it’s (free) museums and galleries. Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland and has a snaller, more compact city centre.
Should I live in Edinburgh or Glasgow?
The people of Glasgow are much more friendlier than those in Edinburgh. Edinburgh folk are quite reserved, while Glasgow people will chat much more to foreigners, and people in general. Glasgow is wetter than Edinburgh, with lots of rain while Edinburgh is really dry in comparison.
How big is Glasgow?
67.57 mi²
Glasgow/Area
Presently, the city’s official boundaries encompass 67.76 square miles (or 175 square kilometres), and the Greater Glasgow Urban Area is 142.27 square miles (or 268 square kilometres).
Are Glasgow and Edinburgh similar?
There are less than fifty miles between the two and yet, both cities are very different. While, Edinburgh – the capital of Scotland – is known for its historic ambience, cobbled streets and hidden alleyways, Glasgow is actually the biggest city in Scotland.
Is Edinburgh wealthier than Glasgow?
Edinburgh is Scotland’s capital, and its seat of power, but Glasgow prides itself on having more heft because it is far bigger than its east coast rival.