A guide to haunted places in Scotland

The United Kingdom is the birthplace of Gothic horror, and many a terrifying Victorian novel was set in the windy, foggy hills of Scotland. This rugged and wild region is the perfect setting for a spooky story, but if you are to believe some of the locals, these tales are mostly rooted in a grain of truth. Scotland is home to some of the most haunted place on earth.

Abandoned graveyards, ruined churches and majestic castles – there are plenty of places in Scotland for a ghost or two to hide. If you are looking to spice up your holiday with a few shivers down your spine, just take a midnight stroll in any of these places and you’ll definitely fall prey to their creepy atmosphere. It doesn’t matter if you believe in ghosts or not…although after your visit you might change your opinion! …