When asked what is it that's most Magical about Scotland, most people will say the breath-taking scenery.

And while that's very true, they won't all agree on the location they find most magical, in fact when we asked you there were so many answers that it was hard work narrowing it down to just 12.

But narrow it down we did, and so we've pulled together the top-voted locations that you, our readers, found to be the most magical.

The shores of Loch Ness

Described by one reader as "hauntingly beautiful", the shores of Loch Ness isn't just the best place to go to try to catch a glimpse of the monster but also the ideal spot to take in some of the most beautiful vistas you'll find in Scotland, if not the world.

Edinburgh

The capital was a hugely popular choice and it's no surprise that the inspiration for Harry Potter would feature so highly in this list.

Fairy Pools Skye

Another magical spot is the fey home of the fairies on the Isle of Skye, Glen Brittle, where thousands visit every year to enjoy the pools themselves.

As Susan Saldana Callendar said: "Skye is so overwhelmingly beautiful, I actually cried."

The Ayrshire coast

A surprise entry the Ayrshire made it on to the list thanks in part, to its stunning sunsets and beautiful places like the beaches and of course castles like Culzean.

Luss

This picturesque village on the banks of Loch Lomond, is another little piece of heaven that our readers loved. Well worth a visit for not only its quaint little cottages but also the sweeping vistas of the loch itself.

Tobermory on the Isle of Mull

Vibrant, colourful and home to some of the best seafood around - which you can eat fresh from the boat. And did we mention there's a whisky distillery too?

Iona

This mystical island is the spiritual home of Christianity and ranked highly for not only its beauty but also its history.

Fingal's Cave

Not exactly easy to access but a visit to the Isle of Staffa to see the stunning natural rock formations in Fingal's Cave is as rewarding as it comes.

Glencoe

We are sure most of you will have heard of the magical Glencoe by now but Sara Kurtz summed it perfectly when she posted: "Magical and eerie and full of tragic history."

Callanish Standing Stones, Isle of Lewis

Instantly recognisable to history lovers and Outlander fans, these mysterious stones on the Isle of Lewis are not only magical but also seem to offer the promise of magic to any who visit.

Dunottar Castle, Aberdeenshire

The first castle on the list and surprisingly, it's not one of the better-known ones, but Donnottar looks like it could have leapt from the pages of a fantasy novel.

The Isle of Arran

'Scotland In Miniature' is often passed over for some of the more famous islands like Orkney, Shetlands, Skye or the whisky isle of Islay. However, you would be missing out if you don't take the opportunity to visit. From whisky distilleries to standing stones it has so much to offer.

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