Best Haunted places in Kolkata

The capital of the Indian state of West Bengal, Kolkota, has everything to offer the tourists who call it famously the 'City of Joy' or 'City of Places'. The construction of this metropolis has always been in talks among architecture enthusiasts, as it represents an explicit mix of British, Indian and Mughal architectural styles. There are many monuments of historical importance which are worth a visit. Some of these are considered to be haunted. Astonishing paranormal activities are believed to be seen here by many locals. If you visit them in the dark, you can also experience the presence of these staggering events. 

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The Royal Calcutta Turf Club

It is a horse racing organisation which is considered to be haunted. It is believed that William Saheb Sada Ghora, whose horse named Pride, had died on the tracks here. Since then, the horse's spirit is seen racing at midnight on the empty tracks of the club. It is advised not to visit here during the night. George William, who was fond of racing, his pearl white mare named Pride, had won many races, and once she lost the next day, she was dead.  

The nearest tram station is Rabindra Sadan Metro Station. The Royal Kolkata Turf Club is 1 kilometre from the Metro Station. The quickest way to get from Kolkata to Turf Club is to hire a taxi or a car. Every 10 minutes, trains arrive here from various routes. So, at your convenience, you can choose anyone.

South Park Street Cemetery

South Park Street Cemetery haunts us because many people have felt panoramic activities happening here. It is said that once a group of young friends came here to see this place, they took some photos. They were all fit and fine, and they had no disease before reaching this place. But after going back from there, they felt sick. One of them got asthma. Since then, people have been scared to go there.

Bhoot Bangla or Hastings House

This place has the ghostly presence of Warren Hastings, who was India's first Governor General. It is believed that his spirit is seen here riding on sometimes horses during dark nights. Some believe they hear his footsteps. There is another legend related to this British architecture, according to which a young boy died in the middle of the ground while playing; his spirit is seen during gloomy nights. Hastings House today is an Institute of Education for Women where training programmes are held.

Lower Circular Road Cemetery

Considered to be a haunted place, this old tomb was built in 1767 and is believed to have shadows coming out from it. Some strange noises are also heard here. While clicking pictures, people have seen shadows in the developed photographs. It is also called a bleeding tomb. Most people experience strange sounds and eerie feelings after visiting the cemetery. Many people even become ill. 

Rabindra Sarobar Metro Station

This metro station is believed to be haunted because many people have committed suicide on its tracks. The spirits of these people are seen and experienced by many local people. The station lies on the Kolkata Metro Line I and is one of the busiest metro stations in Kolkata. People travelling by the station have seen shadows and fingers moving aimlessly before they suddenly disappear in thin air. When there is no one, these spirits are seen jumping onto the tracks. The staff of Metro Station and Metro drivers have also experienced these types of incidents. They see footless spirits many times. These unusual scenes cause trains to get late, too. Nobody dares to go alone during the arrival time of the last train.

Kolkata Dock

It was built by Nawab Wajid Ali Shah of Awadh. He gave up his throne and kingdom. He thought that he would spend his life in London. He waited, but the call never came. He spent his days in Calcutta and built the dock. It is believed that his spirit roams here. Many soldiers and sailors often see the spirits of Nawab. They often find themselves in the condition of fear. According to history, Nawab Wajid was cheated by the British in trading time with an East Indian company.

House of dolls

Ten House of Dolls in Kolkata have the fiery presence of ghosts. It is said that in the British era, some innocent girls were kidnapped, raped and killed by the landlords of Bengal. Since then, the spirits of these girls have been seen here. Some strange noises are heard, and footsteps and the sound of ornaments and bangles are also heard. It is a very ancient place. Some people stay on the ground floor. The upper part remains locked, and nobody enters it during midnight. 

National Library

It is said that the National Library haunts. The story is that Lady Metcalf, the wife of Governor General Charles Metcalf, was seen between shelves dusting old books. Students who heard the footsteps of the lady have seen grey shadows on the wall. The National Library was the collection of artefacts, books and publications. Guards at the National Library have often seen spirits. As per the conversation held with those guards, to escape the spirits, they always chant Hanuman Chalisa. It is also said that a doorless room was found on the ground floor, and that was a secret chamber from the British times. 

The best way to get from Howrah to the National Library of India is the 203 bus. You can also hire a taxi or can even opt for self-drive car rental services. There are many hotels near National Park where you can stay.

Wipro office Salt Lake Sector 5

Going with the old folklore, the Wipro office was built over a graveyard. The workers here have felt panoramic activities happening around them. Some spirits are seen here. People have experienced somebody pulling them from behind. Sometimes, they even hear strange noises. Today, Salt Lake has become the IT hub. It is advised not to go at night because most of the fearful ghostly incidents happen here in the dark.

Writer's building at BBD Bagh

It is one of the most dreadful places in Kolkata. It was designed for office use. It has ample space, with most of the rooms vacant. The ghost here is of an Englishman of British times who was murdered, and since then, his spirit has captured this erection. Caretakers are hired, but apparently, they leave the job, getting afraid of supernatural horror activities. Sometimes, the lift runs itself. Lights get turned on and off on their own. Believe it or not, there is something that is felt by people who live here.