The bright and vibrant colors found on some of the shops on Victoria Street stand in contrast to the historical look found through out much of "Old Town" Edinburgh. Walking up Victoria Street was one way to get to the Royal Mile on the hill above our hotel which was located in the Grass Market area of "Old Town" Edinburgh. At the top of the Royal Mile stands the massive Edinburgh Castle that over looks the city. The Edinburgh Castle dates back to the 11th Century and is located on Castle Rock, an extinct volcano.