This severely painted building has a twisted connection to the witch hunts of the 1640s.

This sculpture commemorates Edinburgh's sister city and their respective celebrity dogs.

Touching this 18th-century Scottish philosopher’s toe allegedly conjures good fortune.

This early version of the guillotine was used to execute the man responsible for its construction.

The most loyal of little dogs, or a Victorian era publicity stunt?

Protecting the dead from opportunistic body snatchers.

Overlooked by many, the two famous Scottish warriors guard the main gate of Edinburgh Castle.

An American ghost town hides along a side street in Scotland's capital.

This historic pub has maintained much of its 1906 decor, including a small sequestered room for women, where orders were slipped through a tiny window.

Accessible only at low tide, the deserted island is dotted with World War II ruins.

A 18th century graveyard and its astonishing cortege of macabre iconography.

Near the former site of numerous witch burnings, this lavish Edinburgh mainstay pays homage to Scotland's brutal history.

Tiny effigies of the victims of Edinburgh's famous Anatomy Murders.

The fountain marks the area where hundreds of accused witches were burned at the stake.

17th century streets hidden under Edinburgh were once a breeding ground for the black death.

When the plague struck York, this stone was used to leave supplies for the sick.

The final resting place of England's most notorious bandit.

The remains of an ancient bathhouse sit inside this aptly-named pub.

This sculpture marks the spot where one of the greatest Roman rulers was proclaimed emperor.

One of the shortest streets in York has an especially odd name.

A century-old tradition has culminated in a small but singular collection of feline effigies.

Follow the original medieval paths that wind through this intriguing section of the city.

King of the Saxons on top, Roman goddess of wisdom on the bottom.

One of the greatest movie directors of all time lived and worked in this London flat from 1926 to 1939.