#30 Of The Most Haunted Places In The World

7. Ham House, Richmond, England

Elizabeth Murray, Duchess of Lauderdale looms just as large in the present day Ham House as she did when she inherited it in the 17th century. A bold figure in her day, she played ruthless games politically and within her own family; but when ill health and financial troubles befell her, she confined herself to a bedroom the ground floor of this house. To this day, animals shrink from the doorway and visitors report a noticeable drop in temperature, as well as an inexplicable dread of looking into the room’s large mirror.

8. Chateau de Brissac, Loire Valley, France

As well as being the highest castle in France, this is also said to be one of the haunted sites in the country, with tales of eerie, depth of night crying, inexplicable sightings and tactile sensations that have no visible source. Former owner Jacques de Brézé would probably be able to shed some light on these occurrences: catching his wife Charlotte with her lover in the 15th century caused him to extract his marital revenge by striking the pair of them with his sword over 100 times.