Spooky season is now in full swing with Halloween just around the corner and a new study has warned you may want to watch out for any ghosts in one haunted Scots city.
Edinburgh has been named as the top Scottish city in the UK where you are most likely to meet a ghost with 107 unique haunting manifestations and otherworldly reports in the Scots capital according to The Paranormal Database.
With these figures equating to 22 for every 10 square miles, Marianne Sparks, travel expert and owner of European Waterways, has explained exactly why Edinburgh came out on top as well as recommending other destinations for a spooky Scottish road trip.
She said: “Edinburgh is an iconic haunt for paranormal enthusiasts, offering a vibrant history packed full of ghostly legends and spooky locations. The city’s medieval streets, dark alleyways and ancient buildings create the perfect backdrop for a spine-tingling adventure.
“One of the most haunted locations in Edinburgh is the Edinburgh Castle. In recent years, visitors have reported frequent sightings of ghostly figures, including a phantom piper and the spirits of prisoners once imprisoned in the Castle dungeons.
“Another must-see is the Real Mary King’s Close, a network of underground streets buried beneath the Royal Mile. These shadowy passageways are said to be haunted by plague victims, with tales of mysterious shadows and disembodied voices.
“The Greyfriars Kirkyard is also a hotspot for ghost hunters. Greyfriars is said to be the final resting place of George Mackenzie, whose tomb is said to be cursed. Visitors have reported strange sensations and even physical attacks when near his grave.”
Other haunted locations for the ultimate Halloween-themed Scottish road trip include:
- Crathes Castle
- Blair Street Vaults
- St Andrew’s Cathedral
- Cawdor Castle
- Glencoe Highlands
- Skaill House
- Dunrobin Castle
- Inveraray Castle
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