LONDON, June 12 (Xinhua) -- One of Scotland's most iconic landmarks, Edinburgh Castle, is to be bathed in a kaleidoscopic colors for one of the most unusual events to ever take place since it was built in the 12th century.
Historic Environment Scotland announced Tuesday that the castle is to host an after-hours event as part of Scotland's Year of Young People 2018.
Billed as "Light up the night at the oldest 'knight' club in town", the Knight at the Castle event in October will feature young Scottish creative talent and offering a vibrant mix of activities, DJs and roaming performers, bars, street food and surprises.
Knight at the Castle will feature a unique festival atmosphere and neon theme, which will bathe the iconic attraction in a range of kaleidoscopic colors for one night only on October 5 at 7-10 pm. This is the first time Historic Environment Scotland (HES) has organised an event of its kind at the castle.
Five themed lighting zones will see different areas of the castle lit up in neon hues. Each themed area will feature individual attractions and activities, including a neon salon, photo booth and make-your-own neon crown workshop, with plenty more drop-in activities and surprise encounters.
Scotland has put its young people in the spotlight in 2018, celebrating their talents and contributions and creating new opportunities for them to shine. The year-long program of events and activities is giving young people in Scotland the opportunity to show the world what they are made of, said a spokesperson for HES.
Craig Fletcher, HES Head of Learning, said: "Edinburgh Castle provides an ideal setting for our signature Year of Young People 2018 event and it will come alive with an exciting after-hours program created specifically for a young adult audience, and the young at heart.
"This unique event will enable a new audience to experience their national heritage in a new light and has been creatively co-designed by young people."
