Traveling for fun is a common activity, but would you ever travel to have the best scare of your life? Some cities feature their local scary attractions for travelers to discover, but only some have the guts to brave the haunted halls of an old castle or take a selfie in a ghost-filled cemetery.
Are you one of them? Then here are some places in the world you should check out if you want to experience a terrifying vacation:
Capela dos Ossos, Evora, Portugal. The Portuguese town of Evora may look magical with its beautiful meadows and local scenery, but inside their town lay the Chapel of Bones or Capela dos Ossos, located inside the Royal Church of St. Francis. The crypt is literally named, because thousands of bones, some dating back to the 16th century, are laid there. 16th-century monks moved some of their dead inside the chapel when they had a shortage of burial sites, hence the place was created. Now, tourists visit the chapel for an exotic bone-filled experience, only fit for the most adventurous types.
Leap Castle, Ireland. Considered as one of the most haunted places in the world, Leap Castle will fulfill all your horror fantasies. It was built in the 1500s when medieval human torture was at its high. Since then, the castle performed many historical atrocities, making it the home of some violent spirits. If you're brave enough, pay a visit to Leap Castle and have the fright of your life.
Port Arthur Historic Sites, Tasmania. In the 19th century, this penal colony housed Australia's most violent criminals, subjecting them to insane torture methods. At least 2,000 deaths are reported here, so expect a very eerie and disturbing vibe. Make sure you bring a buddy when you visit this place, as some locals report that ghost sightings of a crying woman and child often frequent their halls.
Island of the Dolls, Mexico. 50 years ago, a little girl died on this island's coast, and after that, several eerie-looking dolls began washing ashore. Nobody knows why this happens, and at the time, only one resident was living in the island. He started collecting the dolls and hangs them in the trees, so now the island's forest is full of them. Some local boatmen reported that it's as if the dolls were beckoning them to come ashore, and if you decide to pay a visit, the scenery looks like a very scary horror movie.
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