As we enter a new phase of Scotland's route map out of the coronavirus pandemic, pause and take in Edit's new photo gallery showing the University's Central Area and the surrounding city in recent days.
The lockdown has brought many parts of Edinburgh to a standstill. As we begin to move into a new stage, let's take a moment to appreciate the beauty of the University and city at the quietest Scotland's capital has ever been.
Bristo Square, home to the University's graduation venue, McEwan Hall, and student union, Teviot Row House
The Informatics Forum, where researchers develop innovations in virtual reality, bioinformatics, artificial learning, robotics and more
The University Main Library in George Square holds a vast range of academic and special collections
The view towards the David Hume Tower in George Square
Cycle lanes and footpaths pass by the Meadows and the University Main Library
The University's Pleasance Sports Complex and Gym has some of the finest sports and fitness facilities in the country
Pollock Halls of Residence nestling beneath Arthur's Seat, one of many student accommodation options at the University
The entrance to the University's Edinburgh Centre for Carbon Innovation, a leading low carbon hub for Scotland and beyond
Old College, where the Principal's Office, Law School and Talbot Rice Gallery can be found
The School of Divinity, based at New College on the Mound
Looking down the Royal Mile and High Street
The University's Holyrood campus, home to the Moray House School of Education and Sport and the Centre for Open Learning
The vista from Arthur's Seat of the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Scottish Parliament and Calton Hill
Edinburgh Castle watching over the city
Photography by Chris Close for the University of Edinburgh.
