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The University of Edinburgh was founded in 1582. Many of its buildings are located in the historic Old Town of Edinburgh. It played an important role in Edinburgh's role as a chief intellectual centre during the Age of Enlightenment, and helped give the city the nickname of the "Athens of the North".

Notable alumni

• James Barry
• Ian Charleson
• Bruce Chatwin
• Joanna Cherry
• Neil MacGregor
• Derek Ogg
• C K Scott Moncrieff