Adventure awaits those who are brave enough. This Halloween it's time to explore the spookiest castles our planet has to offer. Uncover the mysteries and the dark pasts and creepy histories that shroud these ancient sites. Trick or treat yourself to a collection of hauntingly beautiful destinations that will send shivers down your spine. Let's unveil these ghostly gems. But be careful: Scroll at your own risk!
Can it get more Halloweeny than this? It is said that the famous legend of Dracula originated here. The popular castle houses a museum, and although the queues sometimes are more frightening than the actual vampires, it remains a mythical, medieval must-see. If you dare, fly to Bucharest. From there, it's just a 2-hour drive.
Himeji is one of the greatest remaining Japanese castles. Its beautiful white exterior may look serene, but inside the walls hide dark secrets. According to the legend, servant Okiku was falsely accused of losing valuable dishes. She was thrown into the well, where she apparently still haunts at night...
This castle has seen more cruelty than a Game of Thrones wedding. With a room called "The Bloody Chapel," and a ghost who many believe still haunts the church at night, the horror doesn't end there. During renovations in the early 1900s, workmen found a secret dungeon with an incredible amount of skeletons. Dare a visit?
