Australia is certainly a country full of surprises. Starting from nature to traditions, you never know what to expect. When tourists go sightseeing, they often come across the weirdest and most unusual attractions. Some of them seem quite horrifying, too.
Surely it is exciting to see the kinds of sites you’d never imagine, even in a foreign country, but there are many attractions in Australia that straight up scare visitors. Still, that doesn’t stop curious travelers from visiting. If anything, it makes these places even more appealing. In this article, we will talk about 5 of them.
1. Monte Cristo Homestead
The Monte Cristo Homestead was built in 1885 by Christopher William Crawley. It is one of the creepiest houses you’ll see, and Aussies even call it the most haunted house in Australia. Often, when people think of Monte Cristo, they think of Alexandre Dumas’ Count of Monte Cristo and the wealth that’s mentioned in it. But the stories behind it are even more chilling.
There’s one particular belief that the spirits that haunt the house might grant them the fortune that they desire. As a result, this place is a famous destination for those who are brave enough to test their luck. While most people would rather leave luck to something far more predictable, like Winspirit Australia, others prefer the eerie thrill of testing fate inside a place where nothing feels fully under control.
The homestead is said to be haunted by the spirits of Crawley family members and is known for the tragic accidents that happened here. Inside, besides seeing ghostly figures, you might hear strange footstep sounds and crying, and see lights turn on and off by themselves.
2. Beechworth Asylum
Beechworth Asylum, also called Mayday Hills Lunatic Asylum, was open from 1867 to 1995. It is a historical place, considering it was one of the first mental hospitals in Victoria. However, it is also known for being extremely haunted.
According to stories, thousands of patients would end up here with various mental illnesses. Unfortunately, the treatment was absolutely brutal. They were often isolated from everyone else or forcefully restrained. Some people even tragically passed away under these circumstances.
Now it is a tourist attraction, and you can even take ghost tours. During the tours, you’ll likely see the apparitions of the deceased patients along with the staff, hear eerie footsteps and whispers around you, and might even feel that you’re being watched by an unknown force.
3. Coober Pedy’s Underground Houses
Coober Pedy is known to be one of the hottest places in Australia. The temperature during summer usually goes up to 45-50°C. To solve the problem of having to deal with such weather, underground houses were built where the temperature stays naturally cool. However, many tourists find this place eerie.
One of the reasons is that people usually relate darkness, danger, and hidden secrets to “underground.” Therefore, foreigners find it a bit weird and scary to see houses and many other things built this way. Either way, everybody is still interested in seeing whatever lies under such hot weather in Coober Pedy.
4. Crocosaurus Cove
Crocosaurus Cove is located in Darwin, and for those who are curious about dangerous wildlife, it is a perfect attraction. The visitors get to see the scariest and the largest crocodiles up close. However, this place is extremely risky.
The main visiting spot is called “The Cage of Death,” where you encounter these deadly crocodiles face-to-face. You can even touch them, but of course, you need to be extra cautious. Despite the horror factor, people still come here to face these creatures.
5. UFO Capital of Australia
Wycliffe Well is a small town in Australia’s desert territory. It is known as the UFO capital of this country because it’s the most frequent spot for paranormal activities. If you ever wish to encounter an alien, it is most likely that you will meet one in this area.
There are constant reports about unknown flying objects seen in Wycliffe Well, especially during the dry season. People claim to see objects shaped like a triangle or a disc, strange bright lights that shine inconsistently, and shapes that fly much faster than regular planes. This place is one of the most unexplainable yet impressive sites you may ever visit.
Bottom Line
As you can see, you can find the strangest and most horrifying places to visit in Australia. Some of them are even allegedly related to otherworldly occurrences, but still catch the eye of society. Even though these attractions seem very dangerous, many people enjoy challenging themselves and get excited when they discover something eerie during sightseeing. Either way, these 5 spots are exactly what you need to satisfy your curiosity for the stirring horror that you may witness in Australia.
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