Kolkata, like every city, has its share of haunted spots – and Kolkata is no different! Kolkata boasts many stories combining historical facts with fantasy that leave its visitors scared shitless.
The National Library is home to numerous stories surrounding it, such as Lady Metcalfe’s footsteps being heard at night or students studying late noticing shadowy figures on walls. Furthermore, Rabindra Sarobar Metro Station is also known for being haunted with suicide attempts having occurred there in recent history.
Putulbari Heritage House
Putulbari, also known as the ‘Doll House’ is an iconic heritage house believed to be haunted by supernatural forces. Legend has it that one of its owners’ daughters had an extreme fascination for dolls and became trapped inside this mansion; hence its nickname. Many believe her soul still haunts it today.
Dolls stacked up on stands inside this grand Romanesque structure are enough to strike fear into even the hardest of visitors, while its inhabitants were once accused of sexual abuse and exploitation against women living within its walls.
The All India Radio Centre at Garstin Place, commonly referred to as Old Akashvani Bhavan is one of the more haunted spots in Kolkata. Visitors often report hearing screaming, odd noises and sudden bursts of cold air; and employees working night shift refuse to work here because of its unnerving atmosphere.
Park Street Cemetery
South Park Street Cemetery was one of the first non-church cemeteries to exist, and many believe that it is haunted. Visitors who visit late at night report hearing strange sounds and experiencing disorientation; others report having their cameras malfunction.
The National Library of India in Alipore is famed for its vast collection of rare manuscripts, but is also considered one of Kolkata’s most haunted places. This may be because during British rule it served as Governor General’s residence and Lady Metcalfe (wife of Governor General), was known for being an avid reader and cleanliness fanatic – these traits may account for why she haunts the place; she will make sure that any book taken off a shelf are returned promptly to its rightful place on shelves!
Rabindra Sarobar Metro Station in Kolkata has long been considered one of the city’s most haunted locations, having been nicknamed ‘Paradise of Suicide’ as nearly 70% of suicides occur there. If you go near its tracks at night, legend says you could witness ghostly figures.
Rabindra Sarobar Metro Station
Rabindra Sarobar Metro Station in Kolkata has long been considered to be haunted, earning itself the moniker “Paradise of Suicide.” Many suicide attempts are believed to have taken place here, leading many to refer to it as such. Witnesses have reported seeing shadowy figures lurking around corners, hearing nerve-wracking sounds at night and experiencing peculiar sensations such as dyspnoea or their cameras malfunctioning when used at this station.
Putulbari Heritage House is an historic haunted location located near Putulbari Creek that dates back a century and now lies almost in ruins. According to legend, its walls may still hold the ghosts of Bengali landowners who mistreated women. Locals claim hearing cries and screams emanating from within this structure.
Alipore’s National Library is said to be haunted by Lady Metcalfe, wife of Bengal’s governor. As an avid reader and neat freak herself, Lady Metcalfe reportedly haunts this library in order to ensure books remain organized in their proper places.
Nimtala Ghat
Nimtala Ghat, located along Kolkata’s Hooghly River is widely considered one of the city’s most haunted locations, with visitors reporting feeling chills and hearing ghostly whispers while also witnessing mysterious shadows dancing across its surface.
It is widely believed that Lady Metcalfe, who died here, haunts this place. Her ghost has become well-known to tourists who visit to see the tombs, often scaring them away by frightening them when taking photographs or taking video. If people attempt to take pictures or video, her ghost may even cause discomfort by blowing on them heavily with its breath!
Sir William Hay MacNaghten was a civil servant who perished during the Anglo-Afghan War, horribly disfigured. His wife visited Afghanistan to collect his remains before interring them at Lower Circular Road Cemetery – it has been said that whenever this tale is told, trees nearby seem to tremble with fear. Later during British Raj rule, this building served as an office for clerks and junior staff; late at night its lift sometimes runs by itself with its attendant shouting out of control! Late night lift rides by themselves while voices can often heard within.
