Cannonball House
This cannonball embedded in the side of an Edinburgh house once served a surprisingly pedestrian purpose.

šŸ“œ 17th-century town house on Edinburgh's Royal Mile, protected as a Category A listed building.
šŸ” Named after a cannonball embedded in its western wall.

Why Go

šŸ›ļø Historic building adjacent to Edinburgh Castle.
šŸ’” Discover the true story behind the famous cannonball.
🚶 Easily viewable from Castle Wynd Steps.

Why Avoid

āš ļø Area can be congested with tourists.

Tips

šŸ”Ž The cannonball is somewhat camouflaged amongst the stonework.
šŸ½ļø Currently houses a restaurant.Look for the cannonball from the top of the steps of Castle Wynd North.

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