1. The Bhangarh fort
Built in the 17th-century, the Bhangarh Fort of Rajasthan is one of India’s best-known haunted spots. And even those who deny it look over their shoulders fearfully when they shake their heads to claim the old land is free of spirit presence.
I have visited Bhangarh Fort twice, and the magic of the place seeps into one and holds one in thrall. The place has a past, which still lives and walks side by side those who believe.
The well of weeping souls
Located just outside the ramparts of the main fort, the well is now a dried husk of what it must have been a long time ago. A low stone wall circles the very large round mouth of the well.
The high walls of the fort exterior are just a few feet away, where gnarled old trees grow, their shade reaching out, but just stopping short of the well.
Old roots reach out and spread their bony fingers over the wall, crisscrossing the hard earth between the well and the wall. On another side, a short distance away is the Someshwar Temple.
Local lore speaks in hushed tones of how, hundreds of years ago, the well was a place used for sacrifice. It is said that those who the courtly powers wanted to get rid of, were brought to Bhangarh and hidden away in the maze of corridors and chambers which spread out over the land.
Then, as night fell and darkness enveloped Bhangarh, the unwanted ‘disappeared’. It is believed they were bound and thrown down that dark pit, and a large iron cover was drawn over.
Even now on a bright sunny day, if one is in the vicinity of the well, an almost magnetic draw towards it is felt. A sharp gravitational pull, as it were, even though there is no steep slope surrounding the well. Some have even said how they get dizzy near it and strangely, feel like sitting on the ledge.
As if, even centuries later, the old well of darkness there is seeking fresh blood.
The circle of dark magic
Once within the ramparts of the fort, you will see something strange. It is difficult to say how long it has been there, but it seems more likely that this was made much later and was not part of the original layout. I believe it was created by men aware of the power which flows through Bhangarh. Those who wanted to misuse it.
There is a rough circle outlined with rocks, quite large in size. Within the circle, there are strange little piles, all made of rocks — some are just 2 or 3 rocks high, others are quite tall and precariously balanced, spaced out quite randomly.
Those who know, maintain a safe distance from the rock ring, for it is a circle of dark magic, used even today, to try and pass off one person’s misfortune to another.
A rock pile is made by the one who believes is being dogged by ill luck. And then, they hope that some unsuspecting visitor will touch the pile, or out of curiosity, knock it over. The darkness is then believed to be transferred from the supplicant to the unsuspecting visitor.
It is very similar to the practice of keeping an earthen pot containing water at a crossroad, waiting for someone to accidentally knock it over, in the hope that as the water splashes onto their foot, all the bad luck is transferred on to them.
Bhangarh is a place of power and magic, and with that, comes the flood of people trying to use (and misuse) it. The closer one gets to the fort, the more figures in the garb of holy men one sees. While each thinks they are tapping into the power of this ancient place of magic, I feel it is the dark energy of Bhangarh that always has, and still holds the reins of power.
I have often wondered is it all superstition or is there something more? One can never know. All I know is magic — both dark and light — still exist at Bhangarh.
2. Hotel Savoy Mussoorie
Hotel Savoy is a historic luxury hotel located in Mussoorie. Savoy hotel was established in 1902. It was built in English Gothic architectures style. This is a five star hotel which is very popular among tourists all across the world. This hotel is also famous for its architectural design which makes it one of most sought places of Mussoorie. British officers used to stay in this hotel during British rule in India. It is not only architecture and design this hotel is famous for, it is also believed that a ghost is seen in the hotel. Some guests have also experienced unearthly activities in the hotel. There are many stories of horror attached with this hotel, but in spite of that there is no doubt that this is one of the beautiful architectural works by British architects.
ITC Savoy Mussoorie Haunted
Savoy hotel was opened in the summer of 1902, soon after its opening it became very popular among British officers and civil servants. This hotel is also visited by many famous personalities like Jawahar Lal Nehru, Dalai Lama, Indira Gandhi and many others. In the long journey of so many years, this hotel was owned by many people and hotels. Now, this hotel is owned by Subsidiary Fortune Hotels which owns chain of hotels. Being one of the oldest buildings, this hotel has faced many earthquakes and storms but in spite of that it did not lose its charm and sophistication. Along with its great historical background this hotel is also famous for unearthly activities and its ghost which is seen by many in the hotel.
Ghost of Savoy Hotel
It is believed that in the year 1911, a British spiritualist was found dead in Savoy hotel, poisoned by deadly poison. Frances Garnett-Orme was found dead inside her room which was locked from inside. A thorough investigation followed to find the murderer but the circumstances of death was never known. It is believed that the Ghost of Frances Garnett-Orme was seen several times inside the hotel. Guests who visit Savoy Hotel have also heard disembodied whisper and cry several times during their stay in hotel. Some people believe that the ghost of Frances Garnett is looking for the murderer who poisoned her.
Savoy Hotel was built by British architectures during British rule in India. This hotel is a Masterpiece built by Cecil D Lincoln in the year 1902. This hotel is surrounded by natural beauty and mesmerizing sightsee. Savoy Hotel is spread in 7 acre of land which has garden and walkways. This hotel has many artefacts and artificial sceneries which reflects the art and culture of British India. Some of the architectural work of this hotel has its own significance because of its rarity. Hotel Savoy is a five star hotel which makes it very expensive for some people, but people who could afford it must come and stay in this hotel. And people who could not afford staying in this hotel, they must at least come here roam around the hotel to witness the architect of this hotel.
Spooky Savoy Hotel
There are several spooky incidents related to Savoy Hotel. People who have visited this hotel have experienced paranormal activities around this hotel. Many people also claim that they have also seen Frances Garnett face to face, only for a moment before it disappeared in a puff of a smoke in thin air. In spite of being spooky this Hotel has not witnessed any accident and mysterious death. People who visit Mussoorie must come here at least once to see the Hotel build by British government in India.
3. NH17 (Mumbai-Goa Highway)
There is an old saying that we should not carry meat while we are traveling, especially after 2 in the night. It is a common belief that meat attracts negative entities and energies.
One such incident took place at NH17. A couple was carrying Chicken and other meat items in their car, they were peacefully driving until the lights of the car suddenly went on and off and the car got out of their control. They somehow managed to pull over the car and got out of it. The doors automatically got closed and after about an hour the doors automatically opened and a black smoke come out of their car. The couple were totally in shock and so they didn't get into the car until sunrise.
When they finally got into the car in the morning they found out that all the meat was finished off and only the bones were left over.
Built in the 17th-century, the Bhangarh Fort of Rajasthan is one of India’s best-known haunted spots. And even those who deny it look over their shoulders fearfully when they shake their heads to claim the old land is free of spirit presence.
I have visited Bhangarh Fort twice, and the magic of the place seeps into one and holds one in thrall. The place has a past, which still lives and walks side by side those who believe.
The well of weeping souls
Located just outside the ramparts of the main fort, the well is now a dried husk of what it must have been a long time ago. A low stone wall circles the very large round mouth of the well.
The high walls of the fort exterior are just a few feet away, where gnarled old trees grow, their shade reaching out, but just stopping short of the well.
Old roots reach out and spread their bony fingers over the wall, crisscrossing the hard earth between the well and the wall. On another side, a short distance away is the Someshwar Temple.
Local lore speaks in hushed tones of how, hundreds of years ago, the well was a place used for sacrifice. It is said that those who the courtly powers wanted to get rid of, were brought to Bhangarh and hidden away in the maze of corridors and chambers which spread out over the land.
Then, as night fell and darkness enveloped Bhangarh, the unwanted ‘disappeared’. It is believed they were bound and thrown down that dark pit, and a large iron cover was drawn over.
Even now on a bright sunny day, if one is in the vicinity of the well, an almost magnetic draw towards it is felt. A sharp gravitational pull, as it were, even though there is no steep slope surrounding the well. Some have even said how they get dizzy near it and strangely, feel like sitting on the ledge.
As if, even centuries later, the old well of darkness there is seeking fresh blood.
The circle of dark magic
Once within the ramparts of the fort, you will see something strange. It is difficult to say how long it has been there, but it seems more likely that this was made much later and was not part of the original layout. I believe it was created by men aware of the power which flows through Bhangarh. Those who wanted to misuse it.
There is a rough circle outlined with rocks, quite large in size. Within the circle, there are strange little piles, all made of rocks — some are just 2 or 3 rocks high, others are quite tall and precariously balanced, spaced out quite randomly.
Those who know, maintain a safe distance from the rock ring, for it is a circle of dark magic, used even today, to try and pass off one person’s misfortune to another.
A rock pile is made by the one who believes is being dogged by ill luck. And then, they hope that some unsuspecting visitor will touch the pile, or out of curiosity, knock it over. The darkness is then believed to be transferred from the supplicant to the unsuspecting visitor.
It is very similar to the practice of keeping an earthen pot containing water at a crossroad, waiting for someone to accidentally knock it over, in the hope that as the water splashes onto their foot, all the bad luck is transferred on to them.
Bhangarh is a place of power and magic, and with that, comes the flood of people trying to use (and misuse) it. The closer one gets to the fort, the more figures in the garb of holy men one sees. While each thinks they are tapping into the power of this ancient place of magic, I feel it is the dark energy of Bhangarh that always has, and still holds the reins of power.
I have often wondered is it all superstition or is there something more? One can never know. All I know is magic — both dark and light — still exist at Bhangarh.
2. Hotel Savoy Mussoorie
Hotel Savoy is a historic luxury hotel located in Mussoorie. Savoy hotel was established in 1902. It was built in English Gothic architectures style. This is a five star hotel which is very popular among tourists all across the world. This hotel is also famous for its architectural design which makes it one of most sought places of Mussoorie. British officers used to stay in this hotel during British rule in India. It is not only architecture and design this hotel is famous for, it is also believed that a ghost is seen in the hotel. Some guests have also experienced unearthly activities in the hotel. There are many stories of horror attached with this hotel, but in spite of that there is no doubt that this is one of the beautiful architectural works by British architects.
ITC Savoy Mussoorie Haunted
Savoy hotel was opened in the summer of 1902, soon after its opening it became very popular among British officers and civil servants. This hotel is also visited by many famous personalities like Jawahar Lal Nehru, Dalai Lama, Indira Gandhi and many others. In the long journey of so many years, this hotel was owned by many people and hotels. Now, this hotel is owned by Subsidiary Fortune Hotels which owns chain of hotels. Being one of the oldest buildings, this hotel has faced many earthquakes and storms but in spite of that it did not lose its charm and sophistication. Along with its great historical background this hotel is also famous for unearthly activities and its ghost which is seen by many in the hotel.
Ghost of Savoy Hotel
It is believed that in the year 1911, a British spiritualist was found dead in Savoy hotel, poisoned by deadly poison. Frances Garnett-Orme was found dead inside her room which was locked from inside. A thorough investigation followed to find the murderer but the circumstances of death was never known. It is believed that the Ghost of Frances Garnett-Orme was seen several times inside the hotel. Guests who visit Savoy Hotel have also heard disembodied whisper and cry several times during their stay in hotel. Some people believe that the ghost of Frances Garnett is looking for the murderer who poisoned her.
Savoy Hotel was built by British architectures during British rule in India. This hotel is a Masterpiece built by Cecil D Lincoln in the year 1902. This hotel is surrounded by natural beauty and mesmerizing sightsee. Savoy Hotel is spread in 7 acre of land which has garden and walkways. This hotel has many artefacts and artificial sceneries which reflects the art and culture of British India. Some of the architectural work of this hotel has its own significance because of its rarity. Hotel Savoy is a five star hotel which makes it very expensive for some people, but people who could afford it must come and stay in this hotel. And people who could not afford staying in this hotel, they must at least come here roam around the hotel to witness the architect of this hotel.
Spooky Savoy Hotel
There are several spooky incidents related to Savoy Hotel. People who have visited this hotel have experienced paranormal activities around this hotel. Many people also claim that they have also seen Frances Garnett face to face, only for a moment before it disappeared in a puff of a smoke in thin air. In spite of being spooky this Hotel has not witnessed any accident and mysterious death. People who visit Mussoorie must come here at least once to see the Hotel build by British government in India.
3. NH17 (Mumbai-Goa Highway)
There is an old saying that we should not carry meat while we are traveling, especially after 2 in the night. It is a common belief that meat attracts negative entities and energies.
One such incident took place at NH17. A couple was carrying Chicken and other meat items in their car, they were peacefully driving until the lights of the car suddenly went on and off and the car got out of their control. They somehow managed to pull over the car and got out of it. The doors automatically got closed and after about an hour the doors automatically opened and a black smoke come out of their car. The couple were totally in shock and so they didn't get into the car until sunrise.
When they finally got into the car in the morning they found out that all the meat was finished off and only the bones were left over.
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