Have you ever considered traveling to places that are left untouched for a long time? The haunted ones, right! There are some stories associated with these stranded locations. Imagine a site being crowded for years and then, the people vanish and the location is left all alone with the “haunted” title attached to it. Take a look at these 20 haunted sites around the world that would leave you stunned with the mystifying tales they tell!
Military Hospital, Beelitz, Germany
The military hospital in Beelitz, Germany hospital is a mystifying building that was once treating the warriors during World War I. Adolf Hitler was one of the soldiers who were taken to this hospital after getting injured in the war.
The hospital remained intact during World War II as well and for many years to come till 1995 when it turned into a Soviet military hospital.
There were many horrifying incidents that are being assumed to have taken place in that region due to which the hospital has a haunting sound to it.
Pripyat, Ukraine
The Chernobyl nuclear disaster still gives us goosebumps when it mentioned anywhere. It can never be forgotten! The after-effects of the accident are seen in the nearby area especially in the city of Pripyat. We’ll not twist the tale here and get straight to it - it’s haunted!
It is recommended to stay away from the area as much as possible due to the harmful radiations present in the air. The city is deserted but open to tourists who are advised to come with a guide.
Haludovo Palace Hotel, Krk, Croatia
Now, all that is left of a luxury hotel in Croatia are the ruins and the destroyed facilities that were once an attraction for the tourists!
With a beautiful location on the Krk island of Croatia, Haludovo Palace Hotel had everything that the tourists wished to have on a vacation. Unfortunately, it was a temporary exciting phase for the hotel that concluded after the Yugoslavia war. The people seemed to keep a distance from the place and choose another destination to rejuvenate.
The palace is now for the explorers who wish to know all about the abandoned places around the world!
Myrtles Plantation, St. Francisville, Louisiana
There is a strong reason behind this place being termed as “one of the most haunted homes of America”. The Myrtles Plantation has a lot of sagas telling all about the uncanny atmosphere of the area.
Where is all this horror coming from? It is a result of some upsetting and ruthless events of the past in this area. There have been murders that could never be justified and the mention of which can still frighten anyone.
Many have reported that they have seen a ghost of a woman roaming around in the property. It couldn’t get any scarier!
The Haunted Vicarage, Borgvattnet, Sweden
When you enter this vicarage in Borgvattnet, Sweden and plan to stay there for the night, you won’t be alone! Did that chill you to the bone? We bet it did!
There have been legends stating the existence of ghosts in the residence. So, the ones who stay there can expect some sort of paranormal activity or even the spotting of ghosts and spirits around them. This ghostly tales began in 1927 and continued for many years. According to a woman who spent one night in the vicarage in 1941, she caught sight of three ghosts in the middle of the night. We can’t even imagine us in that situation. Petrified to the core!
Burg Wolfsegg, Wolfsegg, Germany
You can’t help but admire this incredible architectural design of Burg Wolfsegg that is increasing the beauty of the Wolfsegg village in Germany. But there is always an eerie side to the buildings that are left abandoned for a long time.
In this case, the “white woman” whose name was Klara Von Helfenstein is believed to haunt the castle as she was murdered by her husband for having an extra-marital affair while he was away. She never left the castle and the visitors claim to have experienced other-worldly actions there.
We think peace is nowhere close to Burg Wolfsegg!
Buzludzha Monument, Bulgaria
A lot happened in the past with the wars and all the terrifying incidents that left some pieces to stand tall and keep the history alive. Buzludzha Monument in Bulgaria is one such “piece” from the country’s past. It was built to remember the happenings of 1891 when the Bulgarian Social Democratic Party came into existence.
Communism came to an end in 1989 and this building lost significance resulting in its abandonment.
However, it’s unique “saucer” shape of the monument attracts many people to the mountains of Bulgaria to date. You cannot enter the monument but can definitely go take in some history as you stand outside!
The City Hall Subway Stop, New York City
You might be wondering that what could happen to a subway stop leading it to be abandoned! All that happened in the case of The City Hall Subway Stop in New York was that it could no longer let the new longer trains to pass through easily.
The metro station shut down in 1945 and since then, there have been rumors of some eerie occurrences around that area.
Although the station still witnesses 6 trains presently that use it as a turning loop, the stories seem to continue!
Poveglia Island, Venice, Italy
Poveglia Island is not another dream travel destination for you to explore unless you want to study the paranormal activities. Exactly, that’s what this island is known for. Scary enough?
This area served as a quarantine station for those infected by a plague for almost 100 years. That’s not all. The island had a mental hospital that shut down in 1968 leaving the region empty. There have been paranormal observations since then. Be well-prepared before you decide to go on an adventure on this island of Venice!
Ghost Town, Rhyolite
This haunted place is located in the Nevada state of the United States and during the 1900s, it was a mining camp that attracted many miners and gold-seekers. Rhyolite developed in those times with all the facilities made available for the people staying there. However, it didn’t take long for it to transform into a “Ghost Town”.
The earthquake that struck San Francisco in 1906 was one of the factors of the town being ditched. Also, the financial panic of 1907 was a reason for its desertion.
Rhyolite became a place for filming various movies including the 1987 movie “Cherry 2000” which was a science-fiction.
Raynham Hall, Norfolk, England
This is a really scary one!
The haunting story of the Raynham Hall revolves around the “Brown Lady”, the ghost of Lady Dorothy Walpole who was punished by her husband for being involved with another man. According to the tale, her husband locked her in the room of this hall.
Dorothy died right after suffering from smallpox. That’s when the ghostly clouds surrounded this place!
Bhangarh Fort, India
The Bhangarh Fort in Rajasthan, India tells a horrifying story of a princess who rejected the proposal of a priest. After a failed attempt at hypnotizing the princess into marrying him, he cursed her entire family leading to a war in which everyone died including her. This led to the fort being dumped and uninhabited making it ghostly.
If you ever find yourself near Bhangarh Fort, hear all the stories that point towards its haunted side and then, go ahead with your plan of exploration!
Port Arthur, Australia
Port Arthur is carrying the dark stories of its past and paranormal activities are said to occur in this historic site. You’ll get chills on hearing those frightening instances.
Let’s not go into the spooky details but just know that people were killed in a large number and they still haunt the place. That’s what the belief is.
Your visit to Port Arthur will “enlighten” you with all the petrifying details that happen as the sun is ready to set!
The Orpheum Theatre, New Bedford, Massachusetts
The tunes are now silenced and the curtains have stopped rising and falling in The Orpheum Theatre in New Bedford, Massachusetts. After its opening in 1912 on the same day as the sinking of the Titanic, the theater was used for various purposes from holding the vaudeville shows to showing movies. This lasted till 1959 and the theater was desolated.
The abandoned theater has no music left and its conditions speak a lot of its desertion!
Humberstone, Chile
Once a huge mining town in the Atacama Desert, Humberstone is now nothing more than a ghost town that reveals the harsh past of the country. There was so much that happened over the years leading to the decline in the region’s abundant resources and eventually, people leaving the place.
The town was left all alone during the 1960s and no one dared to put their footsteps anywhere around Humberstone. This proves that it doesn’t take long for anything to deteriorate and lose value.
You can pay a visit to this abandoned town when you visit Chile to breathe in the history associated with it!
Petite Ceinture, Paris, France
The railroad line in Paris, called “La Petite Ceinture” that extended up to 32 km around Paris was built during the years 1852-1869. The line kept busy for some time before it got closed. In 1934, the railway line completed its last passenger service. It survived for a long time and then got abandoned.
There have been continuous discussions about the future of this deserted railway line but no conclusion has been reached yet! We’ll see what is made out of this old place after a while.
Akershus Festning, Norway
There is always an intriguing aspect that pulls us closer to the history of a country and for Norway, Akershus Festning is that riveting factor.
Akershus Fortress has served various fields over the years. Initially, it was a royal residence for the capital city of Norway, Oslo. Gradually, during the world wars, it was used as a military base. Not just that, it even had a section called “The Slavery” for the prisoners. So, it acted as a prison too. No wonder it was abandoned and considered haunted!
Casa Loma, Toronto, Canada
A stunning house built in a Gothic Revival style that transformed into a historic house museum enters the list of abandoned places too. Yes, it too had ghostly tales to tell!
The architecture of this house cannot be appreciated enough. It’s beautiful and worth a visit. People book it for various special occasions including weddings.
Having said all that, there have been rumors of visitors being attacked in the past and so, it has an element reflecting horror. Attend an event and you’ll know!
The Pontiac Silverdome, Michigan
On October 6, 1975, the Detroit Lions played their first season of NFL game at The Pontiac Silverdome and people came in large groups to watch the game and also, get a glimpse of the new stadium. However, things change with time and this place was left abandoned as the Ford Field came into existence in 2002 and the Lions shifted there.
The Pontiac Silverdome has been abolished in various attempts as it wasn’t serving any purpose after all this time!
Tower of London, London, England
As much as the Tower of London is known for being a famous tourist attraction, it is equally popular for the spooky stories that connect to the past of the country.
The castle has witnessed some of the brutal events including execution and murder. We think that’s enough said for putting it in the list of haunted places!
If you get a “chance” to get there, be prepared to hear some of the scariest and chilling stories of the castle. You will probably hear some haunting happenings that people once experienced!
