Italy is known for its beautiful architecture and beautiful views. But did you know that Italy is also one of the spookiest countries in the world? Here, you will find the spookiest sights in Italy weekend break that will have you looking over your shoulder at every turn.
The spookiest sights in Italy
Surprisingly, one of the spookiest sights in Italy you can find in its glorious capital, stunning Rome. The city’s catacombs are a network of underground tunnels that were used as burial sites centuries ago. They were discovered in the 15th century and were originally used to store the remains of Christians. However, the catacombs were abandoned in the 18th century. The bones of over 6 million people are still there, and you can walk the tunnels on a guided tour to feel its chilling atmosphere.
Rome is not the only spooky city. The city of Venice is home to many sights that can make your blood run cold. And one of them is the Church of the Black Madonna. Legend has it that the Madonna was originally a pagan goddess who was converted by the Christians to become the Virgin Mary. The legends say that the woman had an ability to turn into a cat black like the night itself. The church we are talking about was built on the site of a pagan temple to the Black Madonna, and many people over the years reported seeing a big black cat on the premise.
The spookiest places in Italy
If you are tired of exploring the big cities, and are looking for a place to visit in Italy city break that is full of spooky sights, then you should visit the Amalfi Coast. The region boasts unparalleled natural beauty, and has quite a few reportedly haunted sights. One of them is the Cave of the Witches: A hauntingly beautiful (did you notice the pun?) cave where a large number of witches are said to have been hanged centuries ago. The rumor has it that they can’t find peace until they are given a proper burial.
Italy is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world with a fascinating dark side, usually hidden from the public eye. Are you brave enough to uncover its secrets?
By Henry
