A generation ago this summer, the Cutty Sark Tall Ships descended on Leith Docks. Thousands flocked to see the famous sailing ships which were festooned in all manner of colourful flags and regalia.
The year also witnessed the reopening of the home of Scottish rugby, Murrayfield, following a multi-million pound overhaul, while on Morrison Street the Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) swung its shiny doors open for the first time.
Edinburgh’s Old and New Towns were designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1995, while the city’s main thoroughfare Princes Street witnessed history being made when thousands participated in Scotland’s first ever official gay rights march.
13. Murrayfield Stadium reopens
Murrayfield Stadium reopened in 1995 after a major £50m reconstruction programme to a design by Connor Milligan Architects with a capacity of 67,800. | JPIMedia Photo: Ken Whitcombe
14. Hibs on ice
Hibs fans gathered to watch a Scottish Cup tie against Stenhousemuir on screens at Murrayfield Ice Rink on 3rd March 1995. | JPIMedia Photo: ALAN LEDGERWOOD
15. Christmas lights
George Street was decorated with illuminated Christmas greetings in several European languages during Christmas 1995. | JPIMedia Photo: TSPL
16. Hogmanay
Tens of thousands crammed Princes Street for Edinburgh's New Year Celebrations to mark the end of 1995. | JPIMedia Photo: TSPL