High 5

Eve McConnell, 34, a waitress from Colinton lists her top five favourite winter scenes in the Capital.

1 Princes Street Glistening lights from festive displays in shop windows, the wheel at the Scott Monument and the twinkling decorations are simply magical for Christmas fans of all ages.

2 George Street The decorations on the street – particularly at The Dome – always put me in the festive mood.

3 Bruntsfield When it snows, the tenements look like scenes from picture postcards. I also love walking up to Morningside and seeing the illuminated cross from Morningside Parish Church, shining in the dark as though it is not attached to anything.

4 The Pentland Hills The view in the winter is great, particularly on a really crisp, cold day. It's even better if there is a coating of snow on them.

5 Jenners Christmas Tree The epitome of Christmas retail at its best – always a magnificent attraction.