We can't believe these 26 incredible old photos of Edinburgh in 1996 were taken nearly 30 years ago
For one thing, our world-famous Hogmanay street party was free, while Fibber Magees, winner of the Evening News 'Pub of the Year' award in '96, was still pouring pints.
Scroll through our photo gallery for a nostalgic trip back to 1996 – and let us know your own memories in the comments section before you go.
1 . Fibber Magees pub
Fibber Magees won the Evening News Pub of the year in 1996. Bar person Katherline Guthrie is pictured pulling a pint. Photo: JULIE BULL Photo Sales
2 . Traffic chaos in Edinburgh
Heavy traffic and diversions were not a new thing in Edinburgh in 1996. Photo: UNKNOWN Photo Sales
3 . Bus smash at Russell Street
Bus smash at Russell Street, Edinburgh.A SMT double decker with Hearts fans on board crashed into the low railway bridge. Photo taken on 16/3/96. Photo: BILL HENRY Photo Sales
4 . Festival Cavalcade
Big crowds turned out to see the 1996 Festival Cavalcade. Photo: DENIS STRAUGHAN Photo Sales
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