Most Haunted Places in India

India is often considered as a land of undiscovered mystery. For centuries, travelers from around the world who have made their journey to India have been fascinated by the mystical energy that surrounds the country. From religious practices to rituals that are quintessentially Indian, these traits have made India a popular tourist destination. Therefore, when it comes to listing the most haunted places in India, there is no better country to start with.

These abandoned places in India have become places of interest for those who are fascinated by the supernatural. For those who are too afraid to visit these places in person, reading about and sharing stories of these mysterious places in India might be the next best thing!

It should also be noted that these ghostly places in India have come under the spotlight as they have been visited by ‘supernatural detectives’ wanting to experience or debunk the strange events occurring here. In fact, these modern-day ‘ghostbusters’ camp in these places overnight to record any strange occurrences which they then monitor before they come to any final conclusions.

Most Haunted Places in India

1. Bhangarh Ghost Town Of India-Rajasthan

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The Indian Ghost Town of Bhangarh, Rajasthan is one of the scariest places in India to visit, in addition to being one of the most abandoned places in India. However, this tag has not perturbed visitors from making frequent trips to this ghost town.

 Located near a famous forest in the area, this town is now slowly luring visitors from around the area, and country, to visit it. However, it should be noted that if you decide to visit the town after sunset, you will be not be allowed. In fact, there is a strict warning that it is out of bounds after the sunsets.

The story which this town is well-known for tells the tale of how a magician who was in love with the local princess of the area was forbidden to ever fall in love with her. Unhappy with the decision, he decided to cast a spell on her to make her surrender to him. However, the princess, who was also a disciple of the occult learned of his plans and found a way to kill him.

Even before his death, the magician cast a dark spell on the palace which caused its doom. Despite the story surrounding the ruins, it still is a fascinating place to visit. In fact, it has also been officially promoted as a tourist destination. However, once night falls, the place becomes deserted, leaving the darkness to engulf it once again till morning comes.

2. Dumas Beach- Gujarat

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Dumas Beach in Gujarat already has an ominous ring to its name. Therefore, it is not surprising that it is considered as one of the most haunted places in India. This beach is located very near Surat, one of the developed cities of the state. This particular beach draws countless visitors almost every day as legend has it that the winds which blow fiercely come along with whispers.

In fact, it is believed that there have been many people who have lost their lives here. Also, if you are a brave heart, you can test the waters yourself by taking a midnight stroll along the beach, if you have company. If the testimonies are anything to go by, then you will also be greeted by warnings asking you to not cross a certain line while on the beach.

It is also believed that this beach was for long used as a Hindu burial ground, therefore, is the resting place of tortured souls. There have also been reports of people disappearing mysteriously and having never been found again. However, if you still want to visit the beach to do some exploring of your own, then go ahead and do so if you have the stomach for it! You will find Dumas Beach one of the most mysterious places in India.

3. D’Souza Chawl in Mahim – Mumbai

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D’Souza Chawl in Mahim, Mumbai is also considered as among the haunted places in India. There have been many ghost stories surrounding one particular well in the chawl which is considered to be haunted. Residents of the chawl believe that there was a woman, who while filling water from the well, plunged to her death since the well was boundary-less.

Therefore, ‘the lady of the well’ is said to haunt the area surrounding the well every night. There have been many sightings of a white apparition who many consider being the lady. However, the residents believe that the lady just walks around the area without actually harming anyone who happens to visit the area. As predicted, once the sun comes up, she vanishes into thin air only to appear again in the night. This particular place cannot be considered as a place many visitors can frequent though.

4. The Shaniwarwada Fort – Pune

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The Shaniwarwada Fort in Pune is a historical delight in addition to being one of the ghostly places in India. In fact, many are of the opinion that the story that is associated with this fort is one of the most chilling stories. Lauded for its architectural brilliance, this fort has witnessed various strange occurrences.

Legend has it that during a full moon, the level of supernatural activity increases. The mysterious story surrounding this fort talks about how a young prince was brutally murdered by one of his very own relatives in the fort. Therefore, his spirit still haunts the place and in the night, sounds of him shrieking almost violently can be heard. Many locals actually camp at night on the fort grounds just to hear that little boy’s scream for help.

5. The Vrindavan Society – Thane

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The Vrindavan Society in Thane, considered as one of the most famous housing societies of Thane, is also the spot where many of its residents and night guards have experienced paranormal activity. However, this is perhaps the most unassuming place to be haunted as the society is beautifully constructed with spacious apartments, considered by many as a prime piece of real estate.

However, it has been reported that there was once a man who lived in the society who happened to commit suicide. Therefore, his spirit is presumed to haunt society at night. In fact, the night guards have witnessed a lot of strange activities which have also included a guard getting slapped in the face with such force that he nearly toppled from his chair.

Even as the other guard patrolling the other side of the society came to his rescue, they both could not find anyone around. With this incident, the residents are careful not to enter the society too late in the night, lest they fall prey to the ghost’s wrath too.  However, the housing society still remains one of the best in the suburb of Thane.

6. Delhi cant – Delhi

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Most of the time, people see a lady standing in a white dress asking for a lift. if you go through she will run as fast as the car runs & people reported her sitting there

7. Ramoji Film City – Hyderabad

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It is a big film city in Hyderabad,(like universal studios) the hotels in Ramoji film city are haunted. They say that the film city is built on war grounds of the Nizam sultans. Witnesses report the lights kept on top keep falling off, the light men- who sit with the lights on top have been pushed so many times and many have had grievous injuries.

The food left in rooms also gets scattered around the room and strange marks are left on the mirror, some script…. resembling Urdu…the language spoken by the sultans. Girls are the ghosts’ favorite to haunt. They trouble the girls so much, they tear their clothes, knock on the bathroom doors while the outside doors are locked. They create havoc. Many preventive measures have been taken to prevent hauntings……but of no use…they keep coming back after some time.

8. Dow Hill in Kurseong – Darjeeling 

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Dow Hill in Kurseong, Darjeeling may not necessarily be considered as one of the abandoned places in India but it can surely be one of the most haunted places in India. This small township is famous for some of the best boarding schools in West Bengal. The Dow Hill Boarding School for Girls are at the center of supernatural activity by all accounts.

There have been many reports of the school’s corridors being haunted. Additionally, the forest that surrounds the school is also considered to be haunted. In fact, many woodsmen who visit the forest have reported seeing a headless boy who suddenly appears and then disappears into the forests. Legend has it that there were innumerable murders which took place in this forest area.

9. Kuldhara – Rajasthan

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Kuldhara is a village in Rajasthan that is said to be haunted. There is a horrifying evil aura in this town. According to the legend, residents who had dwelled here for centuries vanished overnight. Since the 1800s this village has been deserted.

According to the tale, Kuldhara village was initially inhabited by very wealthy people, the Paliwal Brahmins. The stories claim that there was a Minister named Salim Singh, who fell in love with one of the villager’s daughter. He threatened all the villagers that if he wasn’t allowed to marry this girl, then he would burden them with irrationally high taxes.

The villagers from Kuldhara left the village and moved elsewhere, to protect the girl and themselves from the Minister’s tyranny. It is said that when they left they cursed the village, because of which no one dwells in this area.

10.    Chandan Nagar – Pune

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A little girl dressed in white, with a creepy smile, has the power to play havoc in your head. Several horror movies have used such portrayals to trigger your fear. Chandan Nagar is a small area in Pune, where a young girl was murdered at an under-construction site, approximately 10 years ago.

As per the sources, this girl has haunted this area and is often seen around 12 AM. Also, if you happen to come across her, she would charge at you screaming loudly. Residents and trespassers have also said that she is always seen with a doll in her hand and that she smiles back at you in case you look at her.


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11.    Fernhill Hotel – Ooty

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Do you remember the popular horror movie Raaz? Watching this film was a spine-tingling experience for its spectators. But something more horrifying happened behind the scenes. The cast and crew of this movie were victims to some paranormal activities.

According to a social media platform, Actress Bipasha Basu said, “Once Sarojji and her troupe checked in late at night and were kept awake by someone rearranging the furniture in the room above. The dancers who had an early morning shoot tried calling reception but the phone was dead.

Desperate for sleep, some went down to complain, only to have the receptionist escort them outside and point upwards to show that there was no floor above.” Many more unusual events happened post this incident and since then the hotel has been closed down.

12.    Three Kings Church – Goa

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The Three Kings Church is located in Goa. As per a tale, there were three kings, who were fighting to get this property and even killed each other in this battle. Locals and visitors claim that this church is possessed by the spirits of these three kings.

They believe that their soul roams around the premises. If you are a daredevil then explore this spooky place in India. You also See this topic Wikipedia.

13.    The Lambi Dehar Mines – Mussoorie

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The Lambi Dehar Mines at Mussoorie witnessed a very terrifying incident a few years ago. It is looked upon as one of the most haunted places in India. Over a million miners who worked here died due to inappropriate working conditions.

The sorrowful fact is that they died coughing blood. The sources claim that this place has been haunted by a witch and that she is often seen on these hills. They also mentioned that this witch has killed many people.

14.    Khairatabad Science College – Hyderabad

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Khairatabad Science College is one of the most well known haunted places in India. It was nightmarish for the people in Hyderabad when they saw skeletons strolling and also heard weird noises coming from the Khairatabad Science College.

This building is very old and has been deserted for a very long period. They say that when this college was abandoned they did not dispose of the dead bodies properly, which could be a reason behind the haunting. People got even more alarmed, when a security guard at the college died strangely, while on duty.

15.    Savoy Hotel – Mussoorie

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If you have read Agatha Christie’s best-seller ‘The Mysterious Affair at Styles’, then you could relate to this story. We are talking about the haunting of Savoy Hotel in Mussoorie. According to the legend, Lady Garnet Orme was found dead in one of the rooms in this hotel.

The investigation proved that she was poisoned and murdered. The employees of the hotel and the customers have sensed her presence here. They also claim hearing weird noises from the room where was killed.

16.    Bengal Swamps – West Bengal (Aleya Ghost Lights)

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At times the lights lure them to death and at times they bring them to light. It’s confusing whether these Aleya lights or marsh ghost lights are harmful or friendly. Fishermen in Bengal claim to have seen lights that cannot be explained.

These lights are deceptive, they mislead the fishermen resulting in their drowning to death and then several bodies have been swept to the shore. But there are also incidences when these lights have warned the fishermen of upcoming danger. Local residents believe that the marsh-lights are ghost-lights that represent the ghosts of fisherman who embraced death while fishing

17.    South Park Cemetery – Kolkata

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Built-in 1767, South Park is one of the oldest cemeteries in India. It is located in Kolkata. Trespassers have reported seeing shadows here and have also sensed some paranormal activities.

The stories state that whoever visited this place experienced dizziness and fell sick. Some of the unusual occurrences at the South Park cemetery were captured through cameras. The locals do not enter this place after sunset. It is one of the creepiest haunted places in India.

18.    Ross Island- Andaman

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Beauty with the hidden beast, Ross Island in Andaman attracts tourists to its beautiful sandy beach and eerie cobwebs of roots spread across the land. Packages of Andaman let you experience the morbid British settlement, abandoned long back and now claimed by nature. The remains of the buildings, colonial establishments and military barracks that existed long back are now engulfed by the deep dark forests and roots intertwining the beauty of this place. Ferry rides take you to this deserted island with leftovers of the place still enticing people to its haunting past.