THE DARK SIDE OF INDIA’S TOURIST ATTRACTIONS.

 

 

 

India is one of those obstacles that appears on every explorer's bucket list sooner or later. It is deeply conventional yet never ceases to amaze. They could fantasize of visiting Agra to view the Taj Mahal or seeing the grand royal homes spread over Rajasthan. Others are drawn to the breathtaking scenery of Darjeeling and Rishikesh, as well as Goa's postcard-perfect beaches.

There are also India's vast metropolitan areas, such as New Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata, each with its own distinct personality. It's tough to become fatigued when exploring the sanctuaries, marketplaces, and bustling streets of India's most populous cities. The most difficult part of planning a trip to India is deciding exactly what to visit. But, do you know behind these eye-catchy historical monuments which are worth seeing also has a dark side to it?

Dark tourism is a sort of tourism that has gained popularity in recent years. TV series have promoted the notion of dark tourism to the imaginations of many travelers all over the world. There are numerous catastrophic events tourism spots (many more than one would expect!), many of which would be overlooked as dark tourist attractions.

Dark Tourism, one of India's fastest-growing kinds of tourism, is mainly described as a type of travel affiliated with places that have endured death, mystery, and misery. It is popular among history buffs who wish to delve into the deep and dark unknown stories that are buried deep in the past. It is gory and frightening, yet it has gained popularity due to its unique nature and experience.

In case you're interested, we've compiled a list of few prominent dark tourism spots in India, each with its own unique tales to tell.

 

 

1.                TAJ PALACE HOTEL, MUMBAI.

 

The Taj Hotel in Mumbai is a 5-star hotel that was formerly recognized for its wonderful decor, food, and hospitality. It is not just a site with a dark sorrowful backstory, but it is also said to be haunted. However, it is now regarded as one of the primary locations of the 26/11 attack. This is a must-see hotel that, even after renovations, will be a living illustration of the tragedies and loss we all experienced on our television screens and will move you to your core. Butas claims that this location has a haunting history.

Aside from the 9/11 catastrophe, the hotel is said to be haunted. According to folklore, the hotel layout was initially created by W.A. Chambers, a French architect, but it was not built according to his plans. When he returned from a vacation to England, he was dismayed and surprised to see that his intentions had been thwarted, and he committed himself by jumping from the fifth story of the building. According to multiple witnesses, including hotel employees, the spirit of Chambers haunts the hotel's old wing.

 

 

2.                SHANIWARWADA, PUNE.

Forts, Havelis, and other architectural structures have heartbreaking and terrifying stories surrounding them. Shaniwarwada fort in Pune is also famous for its heartbreaking ghost fiction and the historical narrative of the majestic Maratha Kingdom. It is a fantastic destination to visit since it depicts Maratha royal architecture from a past era. Peshwa Bajirao I set the foundation for this fort, which is a superb combination of Maratha style and real Mughal construction. According to legend, a large fire in 1791 destroyed a significant portion of the fort, but it was repeatedly burned after that, until eventually, in 1828, a fire caught and destroyed it.

Screams of Peshwa Narayan Rao, whose last minutes before being slain were spent sprinting across the fort pleading with his uncle to save his life, are also reported to be heard in the fort on a full moon night. Whether or whether it is haunted, this location is well worth a visit. You'll also have the opportunity to visit neighboring sights.

 

 

3.                BHANGARH, RAJASTHAN.

Bhangarh Fort in Alwar district is regarded to be the most evident site for dark tourism and the most haunted spot in India. This location's history extends back centuries. Raja Bhagwant Das erected the fort for his younger son Madho Singh. Man Singh I, a valued commander and one of Mughal emperor Akbar's nine advisers, was the family's most prominent member. There are several myths surrounding this fort, one of which is about a local ascetic telling the king that no dwellings near the fort should throw a shadow on his home, and he cursed the fort when it obscured his home.

Another narrative continues that a black magician falls in love with the princess and tries to put a love potion on her. The potion backfired on him, and the princess pursued his approach, causing him to be physically crushed by the enchantment. Before he died, he cursed the fort to become nothing more than ruins, inhabitable, as it is today! Because of the high number of accidents that have occurred here, the Archeological Survey of India has restricted visitation between sunset and daybreak. One should absolutely go to Bhangarh to feel the mystery of the truth and sorrow that lingers in the air, and if not for that, then for the beauty.

                            

                                               

4.       KULDHARA VILLAGE, RAJASTHAN.

 

Kuldhara, commonly known as the 'Ghost Village of Rajasthan,' is one of India's most haunted locations. This enigmatic and one-of-a-kind location should be on your bucket list. This empty village makes you sad, and you wonder what the impoverished residents of the village went through to decide to evacuate their homes overnight, along with people from 84 other villages. Salum Singh, the diwan of the region, is claimed to have charged massive taxes, making it exceedingly difficult for Paliwals to subsist in the village. In addition, he had his sights set on one of the village's females and wished to marry her, but the community rejected him. He then told the people that if he did not receive what he wanted, they would suffer grave repercussions. As a result, the Paliwals, along with the residents of 84 other villages, fled Kuldhara in order to maintain their integrity and class. These despondent folks swore that no one would ever be able to dwell here, and these settlements remain empty to this day.

 

 

5.                NATIONAL LIBRARY OF INDIA, KOLKATA.

The finest library in India is much more than a destination for book enthusiasts. This treasure trove for bibliophiles attracts ghost story fans in equal measure. The myth of Lady Metcalfe's ghost wandering its halls has been around for a while; several witnesses confirm the narrative, with individuals describing the presence of someone merely observing them. Add to it the mystery of the secret room unearthed by the Archeological Survey of India (ASI) in 2010, a chamber rumored to have operated as a torture chamber during British administration in India. According to witness stories, such paranormal occurrences became increasingly common when 12 laborers were killed in an accident while working on renovations at the site.

 

 

Now you know about the dark side of the famous historical monument of India. Just don’t keep it has a theoretical knowledge this time, just do not visit this places has a famous tourist spot but your muse to discover the hidden talks. Make your trips to these places more budget friendly & efficient by staying at Hourly Rooms which gives you best hotel rooms by hours.