Horror Tales

 

Horror Tales

Horror Tales is the column dedicated to exploring legends, haunted locations, and all things eerie in the world. In this section, we’ll take you on a captivating journey through ghost stories, spectral myths, and chilling places that provoke shivers. We’ll delve into urban legends and popular beliefs that have spanned centuries, uncovering the most unsettling tales and the spookiest spots that continue to capture collective imagination. Join us for an adventure into the darkest and most mysterious aspects of reality, where the supernatural intertwines with the everyday.

  • Kensal Green Cemetery

    Kensal Green Cemetery, located in northwest London, is one of the most historic and architecturally significant cemeteries in the British capital. Founded in 1832, this cemetery played a crucial role in the funerary history of London and continues to be a place of great cultural and historical importance, becoming part of the Magnificent Seven.

  • White Lady

    The White Lady is often described as a female spirit dressed in white, said to haunt the Overtoun estate. The ghostly figure is generally associated with Lady Overtoun, wife of John Campbell White, the Baron Overtoun, who owned the estate in the 19th century

  • The Legend of Baba Yaga

    The figure of Baba Yaga is one of the most iconic and fascinating characters in Slavic folklore, a witch who has both captivated and frightened generations with her mysterious and unsettling stories. This legendary figure is present in the folk traditions of various Eastern European cultures, including Russia, Ukraine, and Poland.

  • Hidden Mothers

    Photography is an art that has undergone many transformations over the centuries, evolving alongside technological advancements and artistic sensibilities. Among the lesser-known but fascinating photographic techniques of the 19th century is that of the “hidden mothers.” This practice, steeped in a curious combination of technical necessity and social customs, offers a unique glimpse into daily life and the challenges of photography during that era.

  • Bokor Hill Station

    La costruzione della Bokor Hill Station iniziò nel 1921 sotto l’amministrazione coloniale francese, con l’obiettivo di creare un rifugio montano per sfuggire al caldo soffocante della pianura cambogiana. Situata a 1.080 metri sul livello del mare, la stazione offriva un clima fresco e salubre, ideale per i coloni francesi.