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Haunted locales and houses of horror from the Amityville home to the Tower of London; travel tips for those seeking a trip filled with fun and evil.
The Echoes Beneath
Carly’s hometown had its share of haunted spots, but none compared to the abandoned tunnels beneath the old Fernwick Orphanage. Closed decades ago after a string of tragic deaths, the orphanage sat at the edge of town, its empty halls and locked gates hiding the secrets buried below.
By Parth Bharatvanshiabout a year ago in Horror
The Last Room
The Blakely Hotel was famous in the small town of Norbury, but not for the reasons any hotel manager would hope. The grand old building, once a luxurious escape for the wealthy, had fallen into decay and ruin after a series of mysterious incidents. Guests would check in, but they wouldn’t always check out. The fourth floor was notorious; it was the last place any of the missing guests were seen. For years, people whispered of haunted rooms and cursed hallways. But there was one room, Room 404, that no one dared to even speak of.
By Parth Bharatvanshiabout a year ago in Horror
The Shifting Shadows
Deep in the forgotten corners of a long-abandoned mansion, the shadows seemed to move on their own. Years ago, the grand estate had been home to the Colburn family, renowned explorers who had traveled the world seeking treasures and ancient artifacts. When they returned from their last expedition, they were changed—silent, pale, and haunted. Within weeks, each family member vanished without a trace, leaving the mansion to decay as the years passed.
By Parth Bharatvanshiabout a year ago in Horror
The Bone Harvester
No one ventured into Fern Hollow Woods after dusk. For generations, the townsfolk had shared stories of a creature that lurked in the shadows—The Bone Harvester. Rumor had it that he roamed the forest at night, hunting for the lost, the unlucky, and those who dared trespass his domain.
By Parth Bharatvanshiabout a year ago in Horror
The Dark Heart
Old, old town of Ravensbrook - always veiled in shadow. Cobblestone streets twist like ribbed veins through a half-sleeping heartbeat in the town, rhythmic and dark with the pulse of a secret no one speaks out loud. Generations passed listening to whispered stories of the "Dark Heart" in alleys and around fire pits in local taverns, shared by those brave enough to speak of it. Most wrote it off as fantasy, something to scare children into behaving. For those who knew the truth, though, the Dark Heart was as real as Ravensbrook itself—and far, far more terrifying.
By Usman Zafarabout a year ago in Horror
The Haunting of Hollow Oak Manor
In the small, forgotten town of Ashwood, nestled between twisted oaks and fog-laden fields, there stood a crumbling manor known only as Hollow Oak. The mansion was a relic of a time long past, its once-grandiose architecture now succumbed to years of neglect. No one truly remembered the people who had lived there, but stories about the house had been passed down for generations. They spoke of the strange happenings, of people who entered but never returned, and of the eerie moans that emanated from the manor at night.
By Parth Bharatvanshiabout a year ago in Horror
The Shadow’s Grin
Lena had always been the quiet one among her friends, a solitary soul who found comfort in the shadows. She didn’t mind the silence of the old town where she’d grown up, nor did she mind the rumors that surrounded it. In fact, she had always found them rather amusing. But when the whispers about the old Jenkins Mansion resurfaced, she couldn’t help but feel drawn to it.
By Parth Bharatvanshiabout a year ago in Horror
The Mirror of Silent Souls
The antique shop sat at the end of a narrow, cobblestone street, filled with treasures from ages past. Olivia had always loved exploring hidden corners of the city, searching for rare trinkets with a story. But on this night, her curiosity would lead her into something far darker than she could have imagined.
By Parth Bharatvanshiabout a year ago in Horror
The Eyes in the Mirror
Isabelle had always been fascinated by antiques. So when she found an elegant, Victorian mirror at an old estate sale, she knew she had to have it. The mirror was massive, with an ornate frame carved into swirling vines and faint, faded roses. Its glass, though slightly tarnished, held a haunting beauty that drew her in. The seller hesitated when she asked about its price.
By Parth Bharatvanshiabout a year ago in Horror
The Last Visit
The old Victorian house sat at the edge of a forgotten road, veiled in shadows cast by towering oaks that swayed under a dim, cloudy sky. Elena had inherited it from her grandmother, a woman she barely remembered but who, according to her family, adored her. Tonight, though, it felt less like an inheritance and more like an unwelcome reminder of a life Elena wanted to forget.
By Parth Bharatvanshiabout a year ago in Horror
The Scariest Experience
Here’s how I might narrate a terrifying experience if I had one: The scariest experience I ever had wasn’t in a haunted mansion or a dark forest but within a deserted office building in the middle of the night. It was supposed to be a routine night shift. The building, once bustling with people, was quiet after the company cut down its workforce and shifted most employees to remote work. Only a few of us were left working at night, manning essential services, isolated from the world. That night, I was alone.
By Badhan Senabout a year ago in Horror
