Top 12 Most Haunted Places
in the World

The Catacombs of Paris are a network of underground tunnels that hold the remains of more than six million people. They were created in the 18th century to solve the problem of overflowing cemeteries in the city. The Catacombs are open to the public, but only a small part of the area is accessible. Many visitors have reported feeling uneasy, hearing voices, and seeing apparitions in the dark corridors. Some have even gone missing or died after venturing into the forbidden areas.

The small island in the canals of Xochimilco, near Mexico City, is home to hundreds of dolls hanging from trees, fences, and buildings. The area was once owned by Don Julian Santana, who claimed that he found a drowned girl and her doll on the shore. He started collecting dolls and placing them around the island to honor her spirit and ward off evil. He died in 2001, reportedly in the same spot where he found the girl. Many people believe that the dolls are possessed by the girl's ghost and other restless souls and that they can move their eyes and limbs, whisper, and laugh.

The French Quarter is the oldest and most famous neighborhood in New Orleans, Louisiana. It is known for its rich history, culture, and architecture but also for its many hauntings and legends. Some of the most notorious places include the LaLaurie Mansion, where a cruel enslaver tortured and killed her victims; the Hotel Monteleone, where ghostly children play in the halls; and the St. Louis Cemetery No. 1, where voodoo queen Marie Laveau is buried. The French Quarter also hosts various tours, festivals, and events that celebrate its spooky side.

The Banff Springs Hotel is a luxury resort in the Canadian Rockies, built in 1888 by the Canadian Pacific Railway. It is renowned for its beauty, elegance, and service but also for its paranormal activity. Some of the most famous ghosts that haunt the hotel are a bride who died on her wedding day, a bellman who still helps guests with their luggage, and a family that was murdered in room 873. The hotel also has a secret tunnel that was used by staff and celebrities to avoid paparazzi.

Hotel Chelsea is a historic landmark in New York City, opened in 1884. It has been a residence and a muse for many artists, writers, musicians, and celebrities, such as Mark Twain, Andy Warhol, Bob Dylan, Patti Smith, and Madonna. However, it has also been a scene of tragedy, violence, and death. Some of the most infamous events that occurred at the hotel are the murder of Nancy Spungen by her boyfriend, Sid Vicious, the suicide of poet Dylan Thomas, and the overdose of singer Janis Joplin. Many guests and staff have reported seeing ghosts, hearing noises, and feeling cold spots in the hotel.

The Ancient Ram Inn is a former pub and bed and breakfast in Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire. It is said to be one of the most haunted buildings in England, dating back to 1145. The inn was built on an ancient pagan burial ground and ley line and has a history of witchcraft, murder, and sacrifice. Some of the ghosts that haunt the inn are a high priestess, a young girl named Rosie, a cavalier, and a demonic entity called the Incubus. The inn is now a museum and a popular destination for paranormal investigators.

The Aokigahara Forest is a dense woodland at the base of Mount Fuji, Japan. It is also known as the Sea of Trees or the Suicide Forest because of the high number of people who take their own lives there. The forest has a reputation for being haunted by the spirits of the suicide victims, who are said to lure others to their deaths. The forest is also filled with signs, tapes, and personal belongings of the deceased. The forest is considered a sacred place by some locals, who believe that it is home to kami, or nature spirits.

Edinburgh Castle is a historic fortress that dominates the skyline of Edinburgh, Scotland. It is one of the oldest and most visited attractions in the country but also one of the most haunted. The castle has witnessed many wars, sieges, executions, and murders throughout its history and has many ghost stories associated with it. Some of the most famous ghosts that haunt the castle are a headless drummer boy, a piper who disappeared in the tunnels, a French prisoner from the Seven Years' War, and a dog that was buried in the dog cemetery.

The Oriental Theater is a lavish theater in Chicago, Illinois. It was originally opened in 1926 as a movie palace and vaudeville house. It is now a venue for Broadway shows and concerts. However, the theater has a tragic past that haunts it to this day. In 1903, the theater was the site of the Iroquois Theater fire, which killed more than 600 people, primarily women and children. Many people believe that the ghosts of the fire victims still roam the theater, especially on December 30th, the anniversary of the disaster.

The Cecil Hotel is a notorious hotel in downtown Los Angeles, California. It was opened in 1927 as a luxury hotel for tourists and businessmen but soon became a hotspot for crime, violence, and death. The hotel has been linked to several murders, suicides, disappearances, and serial killers, such as Richard Ramirez and Jack Unterweger. The hotel also gained international attention in 2013 when the body of Elisa Lam was found in a water tank on the roof. The hotel is said to be cursed and haunted by the spirits of its dark past.

The Tower of London is a historic castle and fortress on the north bank of the River Thames in London. It was founded by William the Conqueror in 1066 and has served as a royal palace, prison, armory, treasury, and zoo. The tower is famous for its role in the history of England and the many executions and tortures that took place there. Some of the most notable figures imprisoned or killed at the tower are Anne Boleyn, Lady Jane Grey, Sir Walter Raleigh, and Guy Fawkes.

The castle is said to be haunted by many ghosts, such as the headless queen Anne Boleyn, who carries her severed head under her arm; the two young princes, Edward V and Richard Duke of York, who were murdered by their uncle Richard III; and a large black dog, who is said to be an omen of death.

The Forbidden City is a complex of palaces and buildings in Beijing, China. It was the imperial palace of China from 1420 to 1912 and housed 24 emperors and their families, concubines, eunuchs, servants, and guards. The Forbidden City is also known as the Palace Museum and is one of the largest and most preserved ancient architectural complexes in the world. However, it also has a reputation for being haunted by the ghosts of its former inhabitants. Some of the most common sightings are of crying women, angry eunuchs, bloody soldiers, and vengeful concubines. Some people also claim to hear strange noises, feel cold spots, or see shadows moving in the dark.