Most Haunted Places in Rajasthan

Rajasthan is known for its rich culture and tradition and is home to some of the most haunted places in the world. The stories about these haunted places will make you experience a blend of history, mystery, and the thrill of some paranormal activities. So if the fear excites you, let’s have a look at the scariest places in Rajasthan.

1- Bhangarh Fort: The fort is known as the “Fort of Ghost”. It is believed that there are ghosts in the fort. The fort was constructed by King Bhagwant Das in 1583.

Location: Alwar District

Story: There are many stories relating to the destruction of the fort. According to the legends, the fort’s land was owned by a saint named Guru Blaunath. Madho Singh before the construction of the fort sought his permission and he granted his permission on the condition that the shadow of the fort should never fall on his house. However, Madho Singh’s successor ignored these conditions which led to the cause of the destruction of the fort. Another story states that the fort is cursed by a magician who fell in love with Queen Ratnavati. But the rejection by the queen led to the fort’s destruction.

Experience: People believe that some strange voices are heard often when put their ears on the wall. Local people also claimed that the sounds of women screaming and crying, and breaking bangles come from the fort. Many visitors felt that someone was following them in the fort.

2- Kuldhara Village: Are you scared to know that the entire village vanished overnight? Yes, this is what happened according to legends. The Kuldhara village where once over 5000 families resided vanished overnight.

Location: Jaisalmer District

Story: The popular story of the destruction of the village dates back to around 200 years ago. There was a Diwan who wanted to have his evil eyes on a village girl. To save the honour of the girl and the respect of Paliwal Brahmins, the entire village decided to leave the village. But before they go, they curse the village.

Experience: Tourists claim that the voices of the Paliwal Brahmins are still being heard. In some houses, shadows often appear. People say that whoever comes here at night has met with an accident.

3- Rana Kumbha Palace: This fort is said to be one of the most haunted places in Rajasthan. The palace has a famous historical story and a film named “Padmavat” was also made on the haunted historical story related to the fort.

Location: Chittorgarh

Story: It is said that when Alauddin Khilji, the sultan of Delhi, attacked the palace, Maharani Padmini and her 700 female servants performed the Jauhar. Since then, several incidents were reported where people witnessed sounds of ladies screaming for help to save their empire.

Experience: One recent spooky incident about the palace will surely thrill you. A group of friends stayed at night in the palace and saw a lady wearing royal attire with a burnt face asking for help to save their kingdom.

4- Chand Baori: It is one of the deepest and largest step wells in India. 3,500 little steps that descend 13 storeys below ground level are set in a precise geometric arrangement. Visitors are astounded by the stepwell’s enormous size and complex symmetrical construction.

Location: Abhaneri Village, Dausa District

Story: You will be scared to know that this stepwell was built at night by ghosts according to the legends. Although the history leaders state that it was built by King Chanda of the Nikumbha Dynasty.

Experience: Chand Baori has a reputation for being spooky because of its frightening appearance, the sound of footsteps echoing from the abandoned well, and the general air of isolation.

5- Nahargarh Fort: Travellers visit this fort, particularly for its architecture and serene surroundings. But whoever visited the fort at night has experienced some paranormal activities at night. The fort was built by Sawai Raja Man Singh for his queens. It is said that the king was so passionate about this fort, that his soul still lives in the fort.

Location: Edge of the Aravalli hills, Jaipur

Story: The fort was built by Sawai Raja Man Singh for his queens. It is said that the king was so passionate about this fort, that his soul still lives in the fort.

Experience: As the ancient fort needs to be renovated, it is said that the owner of the restoration company who was approached to renovate the fort was found dead mysteriously in his house.

6- Jal Mahal: Jal Mahal is one of the most exotic tourist destinations in Jaipur. When you look at the beautiful building in the daylight, it feels like watching a dream but have you ever visited the location at night? The experience is just the opposite. The submerged stories of the building were permanently closed to visitors.

Location: Jaipur

Experience: The building was once a summer retreat for the Maharajas, but now it is said that no one dares to go inside the palace at night due to some strange voices and screams heard from the palace.

7- Sudhabay Kund: This place is associated with Lord Brahma and holds religious importance. You can witness the customs and rituals that have been practised for years.

Location: Pushkar

Story: While holding a religious importance this place is also famous for its annual “Ghost Fair” where one can get liberation from ghosts and spirits. Though not much is known about the location, during the Ghost Fair, people come to Sudhabay from all around to seek solace from spiritual illnesses.

8- NH-79 Dudu Village: The Ajmer-Udaipur Highway is known as the road that asks for blood. There are several terrifying incidents connected to the highway and the nearby town of Dudu.

Location: NH-79 Dudu Village

Story: Once when child marriage was a common practice in India, a 5-day-old baby girl was to be married off to a 3-year-old toddler. The baby girl’s mother objected to the wedding and fled to the highway, where she was struck by a tourist car, instantly killing both her and the kid.

Experience:  Three companions saw the ghost of a woman holding a baby in her arms while travelling the Ajmer-Udaipur highway. She sat back on the car seat and guided them to go out of the village. 

9- Jagatpura: Beyond Rajasthan’s stunning palaces, there’s a ghostly aura around this popular tourist destination. This is because the spooky location is a neighbourhood where humans coexist with witches. This place is among the Most Haunted Places in Rajasthan.

Location: Jaipur

Story: It is said that the king of this place was greedy and arrogant. So, he was cursed by many villages as they starved to death because of his evil practices.

Experience: Residents of the residential area have reported seeing witches stalking the roadways of Jagatpura. Walking here after dark is an unsettling experience.

10- Brij Raj Bhawan: According to the legends, the majestic Bhawan is haunted by the ghost of an English soldier. Despite its stunning exterior, this location is regarded as the scariest in all of Rajasthan.

Location: Kota, Rajasthan

Story: Indian rebels murdered Major Burton, an East India Co. employee, and his family at the Brij Raj Bhavan during the Sepoy Mutiny. Local people believed that his ghost roams in this spooky location.

Experience: After the death of Major Burton, the Queen of Kota conquered the mansion. In her interview with a journalist revealed that she have seen Major Burton ghost in the mansion. The spirit is harmless and causes no physical damage to the fort. However, the ghost of Burton has a habit of hitting the dozing security guards.

Before wrapping up this post, I would like to know if you too had experienced some unusual and scary things in any of these places or some other places in Rajasthan. Share your stories in the comment section. And for more information on the tourist places, culture, art, food, and anything relating to Rajasthan, keep coming to our website, InRajasthan.in.  

Kuldhara Village Story

There’s a strange secret surrounding the destruction of Kuldhara Village. The story begins about 200 years ago when Kuldhara was a prosperous village colonized by Paliwal Brahmins along with 84 neighboring villages. Things were going smoothly until an evil eye fell upon the village. There was a Diwan of the state named Salim Singh who had his eyes on a beautiful girl in the village. He was so obsessed with the girl that he desperately wanted to possess her. To fulfil his obsession, he began to exert pressure on the Brahmins. The situation got intense and Diwan sent a message to the girl’s parents that if he did not get the girl by the next full moon, he would attack the village and take her away.

The conflict between Diwan and the village Brahmins was now a matter of self-respect for villagers and woman’s honor. To resolve and to find a solution to the problem, a meeting was held in the village square where over 5000 families decided to leave the village for their honor. It is being said that all 84 neighboring villages gathered at a temple and decided that they would not give their daughter to Diwan. The next evening, the entire village was desolated and today also not a single bird enters the borders of the village. It is believed that Brahmins curse the place while leaving. As time passed, 82 villages were re-established except Kuldhara Village and Khaba Village, despite all efforts. These villages now have become the tourist spot and are under the protection of the Archaeological Survey of India.

It is said that the village is possessed by supernatural powers. Many tourists who visit the place claim that the voices of the Paliwal Brahmins who once lived here can still be heard. They also said that one can feel the presence of Paliwal Brahmins around them. The sounds of a bustling market, the voices of women talking, and the jingling of their bangles and anklets can always be heard. The administration has built a gate for tourists to visit the village during the daytime, but entry to the village at night is restricted.

People believe that there’s a temple in the village that is untouched by the curse. They said that the sound of the pain of the Paliwal Brahmins can still be heard. Also, in some houses, shadows often appear. In the daylight, everything seems like a historical story but as the night begins a mysterious world of spiritual forces can be felt. People say that whoever has come here at night has met with an accident.

In May 2013, a team from the Paranormal Society, a Delhi-based organization researching ghosts and spirits, spent a night in Kuldhara Village. The team agreed that there was something unusual there. In the evening, their drone camera was taking aerial pictures of the village, but as soon as it reached above the well, it plummeted to the ground. It was as if someone didn’t want the camera there. It’s true that thousands of families migrated from Kuldhara, and it’s also true that traces of Rajasthani culture can still be found in Kuldhara today.

A team from the Paranormal Society visited the village and revealed that they had a ghost box through which they talked to the spirits. Some spirits even revealed their names. When the team was returning they found children’s handprints on their cars. However, it’s also true that the stories of ghosts and spirits in Kuldhara are merely illusions.

According to historians, the Paliwal Brahmins had buried their wealth, which included a large amount of gold, silver, and diamonds, underground. This is why anyone who comes here starts digging everywhere, hoping to find the treasure. Even today, the village can be found dug up in many places.

Entry Fee, Timings, and Time Required to Visit Kuldhara Village

It takes 2-3 hours to visit Kuldhara Village. The time to visit the mysterious village is 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM. The entry fee is Rs. 10 per person and to visit by car, the entry fee is Rs. 50 per person. The best time to visit the village is between October to March as there is less temperature so you can enjoy walking around the desert.

How to Reach Kudhara?

Kuldhara Village is 20 km away from Jaisalmer. You can take a cab or hire a car on rent which will straight away leave you at the entrance gate of the haunted village. You can also visit the Sam Sand Dunes, another tourist destination in Jaisalmer on the way.

I hope you loved reading this article. If you are keen on visiting mysterious places, you must once visit the ghost town of India, Kuldhara. To know more about such mysterious and amazing tourist destinations in Rajasthan, browse more pages of our website.

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Bhangarh Fort: The Haunted Fort in Rajasthan

The haunted fort, Bhangarh ka kila is situated in the Alwar district of Rajasthan. Alwar district is not only famous for its beauty but also for its mysteries. Every year, many tourists come to the place to learn the truth about the mysterious fort. Once upon a time, there were temples, palaces, and markets inside the fort complex which has been ruined. You can still see the remains which proves this. The fort is still attracting tourists not only for being haunted but for its calm environment, and serene views of Aravali mountain, and Vaastu kala.

Bhangarh Fort history

Bhangarh Fort is one of the historic forts in Rajasthan which has a rich history. The history of the fort started with its construction in 1583 by King Bhagwant Das. The youngest son of Bhagwant Das, Madho Singh and Mansingh (One among the nine navaratan of Mughal emperor Akbar) made this fort their residence later. After the death of Madho Singh, his son, Chattra Singh became the ruler of Bhangarh. After that, Chattra Singh’s son Ajab Singh began to rule the region. The two grandsons of Ajab Singh have adopted the Muslim religion. But when the Mughal dynasty became weak, Sawai Jai Singh, killed Ajab Singh’s grandson and owned the Bhangarh Fort.

Till 1720, the place flourished and there were around 9000 homes in the region. However, it was believed that the fort was destroyed because of the scarcity of water in that region. This was one of the reasons for the destruction of the fort, but there are several stories relating to the fort which tell the reason for the destruction of the fort.

Bhangarh Fort Horror Story

Bhangarh ka kila is known for its haunting tales. Although there are so many stories related to the fort, we will let you know a few famous stories that will surprise and excite you to know more about the haunted fort of Rajasthan. It is said that the land on which Bhangarh Fort stands belonged to a powerful saint named Guru Balunath. Before construction of the fort began, Madho Singh sought Guru Balaknath’s permission. He was granted permission on the condition that the shadow of the fort should never fall on his house. But if it happens there will be a great disaster. However, Madho Singh’s successor, Ajab Singh, ignored this condition and built the fort with strong walls. The shadow of these walls fell on the monk’s house, which led to the destruction of the Bhangarh region.

Another famous horror story of the haunted place is connected with Queen Ratnavati. It is said that the queen was so beautiful that a magician who was an expert in doing black magic fell in love with her. One day when the queen was going shopping with her friends, the black magician saw that the queen was borrowing perfume. So he turned the perfume into a love medicine which would result in the queen falling in love with the magician. But, Ratnavati understood the false practises of the magician and she threw away the perfume bottle on a rock. As a result, the rock came down and the magician died. Before dying he curses the queen that this region will be soon destroyed and no person will survive in the fort complex.

Why  Bhangarh Fort is Closed at Night?

Entry to the fort is restricted at night as it is believed that there are some paranormal activities take place in the fort at night. People who tried to find out the reason for the mystery behind these activities said that it was because of the negative energy of the fort. It is believed that the spirits awaken as soon as the sun sets in, which is why, the fort is closed after sunset. People also believe that if you put your ear to the walls of the houses in Bhangarh, you can hear the voices of spirits. Furthermore, local people believe that they often hear the sound of a woman screaming, breaking bangles, and crying coming from the fort. Moreover, some people who have visited the fort during the day say that they felt like someone was following them inside the fort.

How to Reach Bhangarh Fort?

Despite being haunted, the fort is one of the favourite tourist destinations. The Jaipur Airport is 80 km from the fort. If travelling by train, the nearest railway stations are Bhankari Railway Station and Dausa Railway Station. Additionally, you can also reach the fort through buses, taxis, cabs, or any personal vehicle.

Bhangarh Fort Ticket Price

The ticket prices for foreign visitors are Rs. 200 and for Indian tourists the entry fees are Rs. 40. If you are looking for staying options in Bhangarh, please avoid them. The best option is to stay in the hotels of Alwar, Dausa, and Sariska.

Bhangarh Fort Timings

The fort is open for visitors from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Whether you believe it or not in the horror stories relating to the fort, you must once explore the haunted fort. But be careful to follow the warnings and guidelines of SSI and the fort timings during your visit.

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