The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo is kicking off at the same time as the Fringe.

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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, which runs until this weekend, has sold out for the 14th consecutive year.

BBC: 'Last minute' sell out for Edinburgh Military Tattoo

At the western end of the Royal Mile is the Castle, temporary home to the insanely popular Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo (7-29 Aug).

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