The Spooks Have Spoken: 10 Hauntingly Photographical Locations for Halloween
Legend and folklore have often precluded to the presence of spirits lurking around in feudal castles and mansions mostly because of the historical value of these dwellings and because they still may think these abodes still belong to them.
Many people believe that ghosts are trapped within a portal to the other realm and remain unsettled until they pass over. Some of the phenomenon associated with haunted apparitions includes eerie visions and unidentified sounds, feelings of trepidation, and the sudden unfathomable death of all the occupants.
Littlecote House Hotel
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Littlecote was built in the 13th century and is legend to many hauntings within the halls and the gardens. William Darrell, who was rumored to be a lord of the household at one time is said to have murdered a new born baby by his own mistress. Guests have often complained about the constant cries of babies down the corridors.
Dragshom Castle in Denmark
Dragsholm was constructed in the 12th century and it provided a residence for noble families. Since then, the castle has been converted into a hotel. The castle is rumored to have many odious haunts especially ones that reside in the basement where the old prison cells were located.
Craignethan Castle in Scotland
Craignethan castle in South Lanarkshire, Scotland was built in the 16th century around the time the Hamilton family ruled the property. Mary, Queen of Scots, is said to have spent the night here before the Battle of Langside in 1568. Her ghosts still walks the halls during the darkness.
Ballygally Castle
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Ballygally Castle was built in 1625 and it is the only “17th century building in Northern Ireland still being used as a residence today.” One of the most recognizable ghosts was the former Lady of the castle, Isobel Shaw. Isobel is rumored to be rather good-natured, as she loves to toy with the guests during their stay.
Brissac Castle in France
Standing seven stories high and built in the 15 century, this mysterious castle is filled with legends of murder and ghostly haunts. One of the owners, Jacques de Breze, sold the castle rather unexpectedly as a result of the assassination of his wife charlotte and her lover. The ghost of Charlotte still haunts the castle.
Comlongon Castle
Constructed in the 15th century, Comlongon is comprised of many “interconnecting chambers to an extent not seen in any contemporary Scottish castle.” The narrow kitchen connects to a guardroom which in composed of a cell and a trapdoor that leads to a foreboding darkened dungeon.
Ruthin Castle in Wales
Ruthin castle is a medieval fortress that met its demise during the English Civil War. “Oliver Cromwell’s forces dismantled and demolished the castle to prevent the castle from becoming militarily viable in the future.”
Grand Hotel Villa Di Corliano
There are legends about the villa Agostini in Corliano that still claim the existence of the ghost of Teresa della Seta Bocca Gaetani , “a beautiful woman descending from an old family in Pisa.” The noblewoman is still believed to be lurking about, moving tapestries and knick-knacks and knocking on guest’s doors and windows.
Castle Bran
Located in the Carpathian Mountains in Romania and said to be the location of the Knights of the Teutonic Order in the year 1212. This location if often confused with Dracula’s castle which is located on the Arges River and its remnants are in complete ruins.
Peonari Castle-Dracula’s Home
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Peonari was first constructed in the 13th century by Romanian rulers. Over the years the castle had many owners but, it ultimately was abandoned in the first half of the 16th century. “Due to its size and location, the castle was very hard to seize, even by natural forces. “.
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C. Jordan, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
Interesting read with good pictures.
valli, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
Nice article.
Winged Lead, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
Great pictures with interesting,informative backdrops to each
picture.
goodselfme, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
Fun read and neat pics. Well done.
CHAN LEE PENG, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
These places seem like attractive!
Paula Mitchell-Bentley, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
Hard not to believe in ghosts and spirits at places like that! Great job.
Amit G, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
Wicked! Dragshom Castle gives me the creeps..
papaleng, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
though we have a different way of celebrating Halloween, it’s a nice idea to hold it if not on a castle but in beautiful places similar to the above pics.
Darlene McFarlane, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
Great article, Lauren! I enjoyed this one very much. I love old buildings and these were fantastic.
Lauren Axelrod, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
Thanks for the comments everyone. This was an interesting piece to write. There is so much mystery to these historical locations.
Lost in Arizona, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
Loved this article. Of course, I always love a good spooky story. I’ve only been to one of these locations, Castle Peonari, and that place is creepy given its history. Perhaps when I’m done with the kids I can eventually take time out to travel and visit some of these places..lol. Too cool.
josh utley, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
this was yet another great article. if i’m not mistaken, one of the first two mansions you have on here are from the movie “the haunting”…
Lauren Axelrod, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
Your right about that Josh. What a coincidence that it actually is haunted.
Bozsi Rose, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
Good article! Ghost stories frighten me…
Emily James, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
loved this article, the pictures are fab too
lanne, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
I would love the chance to visit all of these. Well, maybe not Dracula`s house. It just looks too creepy for me. Loved the article.
Lauren Axelrod, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
Thanks for the comments. I agree with you lanne. Dracula’s house would be a location of great horror and history to me. Bring the garlic!
R J Evans, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
I love Halloween.. and this article goes so well!
RJ
Melissa Joyce, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
Pairing creepy old castles and good horror stories makes a great read. I really enjoyed this one.
Melody Arcamo Lagrimas, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
I love castles and these are just magnificent. Hope I could visit any of these stuctures.
Enzo Silvestri, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
Dracula’s House? I wouldn’t trust garlic, I’d just stand behind the Cross.
Vickie Hart, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
Very informative. Love the pictures!
Gon Pincha, posted this comment on Oct 16th, 2008
Scared =$
Nelson Doyle, posted this comment on Oct 16th, 2008
Interesting read. I too love paranormal topics and have conducted my share of ghost hunts around town. Fantastic article Lauren.
God Bless,
Nelson Doyle
Glynis Smy, posted this comment on Oct 16th, 2008
I am a Halloween baby and am drawn to the paranormal, I think I will give some of these a miss tho’ ! Great article, different insight.
eddiego65, posted this comment on Oct 16th, 2008
Interesting read and great pictures.
nobert soloria bermosa, posted this comment on Oct 16th, 2008
awesome,i truly enjoyed this Lauren
Patrick Bernauw, posted this comment on Oct 16th, 2008
Wow, this is the stuff fantastic dreams are made of!
Rich Leigh, posted this comment on Oct 16th, 2008
Interesting piece you’ve put together there, and some stunning use of photo too! Excellent work.
scaredy cat571, posted this comment on Oct 16th, 2008
im scared now
MJ Taylor, posted this comment on Oct 16th, 2008
Just in time for the spooky season. After seeing the remains of dracula’s home, he’s better of staying in his coffin.
Chris Stonecipher, posted this comment on Oct 17th, 2008
Great piece Lauren! I love stories of haunted castles.
louie jerome, posted this comment on Oct 17th, 2008
Interesting and fun piece!
shadow giant, posted this comment on Oct 17th, 2008
Love ghostly things and was a bit miffed when we did not hear or see anything strange at Littlecote House. Apparently there is a rumour that there have been sightings of strange moving lights and noises near the Roman Villa in the grounds of Littlecote House.
By the way thanks for using my photographs.
Lauren Axelrod, posted this comment on Oct 17th, 2008
Thanks so much for the comments everyone. I was glad to share your fantastic pictures shadow giant.
PR Mace, posted this comment on Oct 17th, 2008
Great article. I really enjoyed it. My daughter and I took a ghost hunting tour tonight at the lighthouse in Pensacola, Florida. We had a blast.
infernoman, posted this comment on Oct 22nd, 2008
cool again you find something interesting to tell us about
jo oliver, posted this comment on Oct 31st, 2008
You couldnt pay me enough money to stay at any of these places! I have never encountered the “supernatural,” dont know if it is real or not……….AND would like to keep it that way! 
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mdegenhardt, posted this comment on Oct 15th, 2008
Love stuff like this about castles, ghosts, hauntings, legends. The facts here are as great as the intrigue too. Perfect for Halloween. Michael