Secrets, mysticism and mysteries attract man from time immemorial. Theories of origin and disappearance, inexplicable phenomena, "scandals, intrigues, investigations" - the human brain seeks to unravel everything, explain and decompose on the shelves, but not always it is under force.
Chandragupta Column, India
A seven-meter iron column weighing 6 tons near Delhi attracts pilgrims and pilgrims, fulfilling their pleas and desires for 1600 years. At such a venerable age, the iron pillar practically did not suffer from corrosion, which causes surprise, gives rise to speculation and envelops the monument with secrets. There are a lot of versions, but the most adequate ones say that the low level of humidity and dry air of Delhi protects the iron shrine. Do not forget about the oxide film, which covered the column in a natural way and prevents corrosion. In addition, believers for centuries rubbed the column with ritual oils, which affected its well-groomed appearance.
Hicks Point, Australia
Attractive, tempting and fascinating guardians of the seas - lighthouses. There is something mysterious about these silent guards whose purpose is to be guides. The Hicks Point Lighthouse in Australia is shrouded in mysticism since its keeper, having gone fishing, did not return back. Rumor has it, the spirit of the wanderer settled here forever and wanders around the tower, stepping hard and sighing. Fans of horror stories visit the lighthouse in the hope of meeting the ghost of the caretaker.
Skeleton Coast, Namibia
Huge boulders in the sea, powerful current, cold water and fog make part of the coast of Namibia dangerous for sailors. The place was nicknamed the Skeleton Coast because of the wreckage of ships, terrifying with its appearance on the traveler wandering into these parts. People who miraculously escaped after a shipwreck found themselves in the middle of one of the driest and most dangerous deserts in the world. Losing their chances of survival, they died on the shore.
Stanley Hotel, Colorado, USA
Did you know that the bad hotel from Kubrick's film The Shining, based on Stephen King's book of the same name, exists? One day, while visiting Colorado, King stayed at the Stanley Hotel and had a terrible dream involving his son and otherworldly forces. The nightmare inspired the writer to create a story about a crazy father of the family, who works as a watchman in a mountain hotel. It's funny that the name of the hotel "Stanley" coincided with the name of director Kubrick. Strange events, ghosts and other mystical evil spirits still spoil the reputation of the hotel.
Amur Pillars, Russia
The rocks in the valley of the Amur River were called the Amur Pillars. They consist of granite and reach a height of 70 meters. Some pillars have names: Crown, Chalice, Church, Shaman-stone. By the way, shamans use the Amur pillars to conduct mysterious rites - the place is saturated with mysticism and mysteries. They say that there is incredible energy and a special aura.
Hashima Island, Japan
Hashima Island in the East China Sea is a fragment of rock where birds nested and fishermen sometimes rested. In the XIX century, coal was found on the island, and it turned into an industrial center with military factories. More than 5 thousand people lived on the island, a school, hospitals and shops were opened. When the coal reserves dried up, the people left, and the once lively island was emptied in just a couple of weeks. Today, Hashima is a ghost town with all the ensuing mystical consequences that attract rare tourists.
Shicheng City, China
Ancient cities, medieval cities – what about underwater cities? No, it's not about Atlantis. In 1959, the Chinese government decided to artificially flood the city of Shichen (1400 years old!) for the construction of hydroelectric power plants. The "lake of a thousand islands" that sheltered the city is filled with the purest water suitable for drinking, and, according to scientists, helps to preserve the relics of the ancient city. For almost 40 years, the city was not heard until the expanses of the water kingdom were opened to divers. Exciting pictures of the underwater city replenish the network, and surely soon the river will flow new legends and myths about sea monsters and ghosts inhabiting Shichen.
Lake Erzo, South Ossetia
Karst lake in Young Ossetia dries up every 5-6 years. Locals are sure that the spirit of the drowned person drinks water. Once a very rich and incredibly greedy citizen of a nearby city drowned in the lake, and since then has been annoying neighbors, draining the reservoir. In reality, the underground caves where the water goes are to blame.
Catacombs of Jihlava, Czech Republic
In the Czech city of Jihlava (more precisely, under it) on an area of 5 hectares stretched catacombs. The city literally stands on a silver mine. In the XIII century, silver ores were discovered in Jihlava, and the population was overwhelmed by silver fever. Since ancient mines pose a threat to the city (there have already been collapses of entire neighborhoods), archaeologists regularly inspect the dungeons for strength. In 1995, a group of workers saw a red glowing staircase and all, as one, claimed to have heard the sound of an organ. Mass hallucinations – or do the spirits of the past inhabit the dungeon?
Dancing Forest, Russia
In the Kaliningrad region lurks a coniferous forest, called Dancing. Tree trunks writhing in a bizarre way, as if dancing. Ordinary people are sure that it was not without otherworldly forces, and scientists argue what is the cause of the unusual phenomenon, listing versions of strong winds, geomagnetic fields and caterpillars-pests.
Meanwhile, the forest was chosen by tourists, causing no less harm than caterpillars. People go back thousands of years in development, trying to climb their carcasses on trees and take a favorable pose for photos. Often the trees do not withstand the onslaught - the branches break. Those who failed to saddle the tree, tear off the bark "for memory". Where this cavernous desire for a cult - to steal a cobblestone from the pavement on the embankment of a historic city, to rub to a shine the nose / knee / shoe of a monument or, what is good, to climb yourself or shove a child into the lap of an outstanding personality made of bronze - is a mystery!
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