All points of the magic circle are associated with an element, ritual tool, color and attributes. North is associated with darkness, mystery and the unknown. The north is also associated with the colors gold or black.
Some traditions align their altars to the north.
Represents illumination, enlightenment, mysticism and the eternal. Its colors are red or white. It corresponds to the element of air, the asthame or sword. Most traditions align their altars to the east. Represented by the colors blue or white.