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Scotland is known for its many historical buildings, from breathtaking castles to cathedrals and abbeys.
You may be surprised to learn that one such building is in fact a bar that dates back to the Victorian era. The building where Bennets Bar in Edinburgh stands has been serving up alcohol to thirsty patrons since 1839, and has retained much of its original character. Among the highlights of Bennets Bar are the magnificent stained-glass windows at its entrance, which take up much of the front wall of the building, and the old Ordnance Survey maps of Edinburgh and Scotland beneath the glass tabletops.
These were common features of pubs at the time, as drinking was viewed by many as a contemptible pastime. Usually, the secluded areas were used by women, priests, and policemen.
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