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Haunted places around the world, some famous, not not so well-known - but all fascinating.
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The Grieving Ghost of Mary Jo

These high school drama students always suspected their theater was haunted - a fear confirmed by a Ouija board, a bizarre discovery and the shocking secret of a despondent spirit.

The House Along Cemetery Road

Matt A. describes his discovery of a rotting old house in the woods, and its strange secrets that have haunted him for over ten years.

The World's Most Haunted Places

Some of the most haunted buildings, ships, houses and institutions in the world.

Haunted Colleges and Universities

A gallery of haunted colleges, universities and other schools around the world -- and their ghosts.

Haunted Lighthouses

Spectral lights, fleeting apparitions and phantom footsteps suggest that the dedicated residents of these historic lighthouses are there to stay

The Haunted Railroad Crossing

The story behind this legendary haunted spot might not be true, but there are still many unexplained events surrounding this eerie intersection. See our exclusive photos of the railroad crossing ghost.

San Antonio Haunted Railroad Tracks

San Antonio Haunted Railroad Tracks

Haunted Theaters

Take a front-row seat for this look at theaters that have reputations for being haunted.

True Stories - Haunted Places - Part 1

They could be well-known landmarks, places of historical significance, or someplace as familiar as a friend's home... but they all have one thing in common: ghostly or paranormal activity that puzzled or terrified these readers.

True Stories - Haunted Places - Part 2

True stories from readers of haunted places all over the world.

Battlefield Phantoms: Ghosts of War

An interview with author Jeff Belanger on the spirits of world battles.

Bijou Theater Ghost Video

The East Tennessee Paranormal Research Society captured an image in this video that they thing might be a ghost.

Ghost Encounters at Gettysburg

Astonishing and terrifying experiences at one of America’s most haunted locations.

The Ghosts of Bobby Mackey's Nightclub

With a history of blood, occult practices and possession, it's no wonder that this building is seriously haunted by terrifying spirits

The Ghosts of Edinburgh Castle

One of the largest ghost hunts ever conducted results in dozens of strange experiences, unexplained photos... and perhaps more questions than answers.

The House of Restless Nights

After Ryko moves into his house, he has a disturbing nightmare featuring a blond, spiked-haired figure. He soon learns, however, that it might not have been a nightmare, as others begin to see the same apparition.

Investigation at Rolling Hills

Investigation at Rolling Hills

The Most Mysterious House Ever Built

The Winchester House began with a curse, was built under the guidance of "spirits" and has the creepiest architecture of any American home. What's more - it might be haunted.

The Nightmare Room

A hospital room is haunted by the ghosts of past tragedies.

The Orphan's Ghost

A case worker at a detention center, formerly an orphanage, encounters the sometimes playful, sometimes restless spirit of a small boy.

REAL House of Horrors

Take a tour of some of the scariest, true paranormal and unexplained events in recent history.

The Terror Skull of Concord

A peculiar gravestone bearing a skull in a Concord, Massachusetts cemetery seems to exert unnatural forces on a girl and her friends.

Victim of the Beast 666

A strange gravestone in a Salt Lake City cemetery is the focus of a curious mystery. What does the eerie epitaph mean? Who requested it… and why?

The White Lady Of Durand Eastman Park

The Ghost Story of The White Lady Of Durand Eastman Park

Wymering Manor: Britain's Most Haunted House

With its ghosts of children, bleeding nuns and phantom horses, Wymering Manor is known as Britain's most haunted house

Haunted Vegas Tour and Show

Sin City's ghosts and haunted places

In Search of Victorian Ghosts

Author David Dominé talks about the ghosts of Old Louisville.

Paranormal Focus: Salt Lake City

This peaceful, scenic city - site of the Winter Olympics - is also a hotbed of paranormal activity: ghosts, monsters, crop circles and UFOs.

Book Review: Our Haunted Lives

A review of Our Haunted Lives: True Life Ghost Encounters

Encyclopedia of Haunted Places

A review of Encyclopedia of Haunted Places, compiled and edited by Jeff Belanger

The Haunting of America

The Haunting of America: From the Salem Witch Trials to Harry Houdini

13 Haunted Bed & Breakfasts

Elizabeth Arneson, About.com's Guide to Bed & Breakfasts finds 13 B&Bs around the country where strange things take place. Here are the spooky ghost stories from the innkeepers.

Top 4 Haunted Hotels in New Orleans

If you don't mind sharing your hotel room with a permanent, ghostly guest, a stay in a haunted hotel in New Orleans could be your most memorable vacation experience yet.

Top 5 Haunted Hostels

Care to share your hostel with a haunt? Consider these spooky stays in San Diego, Guanajuato, Mexico, Kilkenny, Ireland, St. Augustine, Florida and Ottawa, Canada.

Your College Ghost Experience

Readers are asked to recount their ghost or haunting experience at college.

Haunted Cleveland

About.com Guide to Cleveland, OH takes a look at 10 of the most haunted places in that city.

Haunted Hotels by State

Haunted hotels and haunted inns in the United States listed by place (plus a few in other parts of the world).

Haunted Hotels in Iowa: The Mason House Inn

Joy Hanson and her husband Chuck knew the historic inn had at least one ghost. What was surprising was how many ghostly guests remained in the hotel, and how active they were.

How To Choose a Haunted Hotel

An overnight stay in one of the world's haunted hotels, mansions and B&Bs can make for an unforgettable experience. About.com Hotels/Resorts/Inns Guide Gary L. Chisholm Jr. reports.

Staying Overnight in a Haunted Hotel

An overnight stay in one of the world's haunted hotels, mansions and B&Bs can make for an unforgettable experience. There are plenty to choose from, haunted by all manner of restless ghosts from young children to crotchety old men.

The Top 10 Haunted Hotels in the US

Even if you are brave enough to stay overnight in a haunted hotel, there are no guarantees you'll see a ghost. Of course, if you pick one of the most haunted hotels in America, your odds may go up as well.

Ghost's Wolf Whistle

Ghost's Wolf Whistle - Your True Tales - September 2011

Goat Lady's Ghost

Goat Lady's Ghost - Your True Tales - September 2011

Grandma, What Scary Woods You Have

Grandma, What Scary Woods You Have - Your True Tales - September 2011

Haunted Gaya Mansion

Haunted Gaya Mansion - Your True Tales - September 2011

Back to School Ghouls

Schools are not just centers of learning or even hangouts for friends, they can also be places where ghosts lurk.

Haunted Camp Restroom

Haunted Camp Restroom - Your True Tales - October 2011

Old Man's Ghost

Old Man's Ghost - Your True Tales - October 2011

A Haunt in Little Deep Fork

A Haunt in Little Deep Fork - Your True Tales - December 2011

Haunted Graveyard School

Haunted Graveyard School - Your True Tales - December 2011

The House in Banes Meadow

The House in Banes Meadow - Your True Tales - January 2012

The Red Glow Incident

The Red Glow Incident - Your True Tales - January 2012

More on The Ashen Ghost

More on The Ashen Ghost - Your True Tales - January 2012

Grandma's Haunted Barn

Grandma's Haunted Barn - Your True Tales - February 2012

The Haunting of Kanaka Pete, Axe Murderer

The Haunting of Kanaka Pete, Axe Murderer - Your True Tales - February 2012

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