Britain in autumn seems almost made for Halloween. With Edinburgh's imposing stone buildings and dramatic Gothic architecture, the crooked medieval streets of York, and ancient graveyards scattered throughout the countryside, it hardly needs a single pumpkin or decoration to create the perfect atmosphere. Add the ruins of centuries-old castles, towering cathedral spires, and the thick, rolling mist so often associated with the British landscape, and the setting begins to resemble something from a Gothic novel. Even the most ordinary streets can take on a mysterious beauty beneath a gray October sky. Perhaps that is part of Britain's particular charm at this time of year. While other places decorate for Halloween, Britain already possesses so much of the atmosphere we associate with it. Its history, architecture, and landscapes provide the setting naturally. Edinburgh: A City Made for Gothic Autumn If one city seems especially suited to Halloween, it must surely be Edinburgh. Sc...