7 Most Haunted Places in Kolkata

South Park Street Cemetery

Built-in 1767, this cemetery is one of the oldest in the city. It is believed to be haunted by the spirits of British soldiers and civilians buried here. Visitors have reported strange sounds, apparitions, and a feeling of being watched.

Located in Belvedere Estate, the National Library is rumored to be haunted by the ghost of Lady Metcalfe, the wife of a former governor-general. Her apparition has been sighted by security guards and staff members, and strange occurrences have been reported within the library premises.

National Library of India

This 19th-century mansion in North Kolkata is notorious for its dark history. It was once a brothel and is said to be haunted by the spirits of women who died there. Visitors claim to hear whispers, footsteps, and have witnessed the dolls within the house moving on their own.

Putulbari (House of Dolls)

Rabindra Sarobar Metro Station

This metro station is said to be haunted by the ghost of a woman who was allegedly murdered near the tracks. Commuters have reported hearing her cries and feeling a presence while waiting for the train.

Nimtala Ghat

Nimtala Ghat is a cremation ground on the banks of the Hooghly River. It is believed to be haunted by wandering spirits and tantriks (occult practitioners). People have reported strange occurrences, including inexplicable sounds and sightings of apparitions.

The Royal Calcutta Turf Club

The Royal Calcutta Turf Club, now known as the Kolkata Race Course, is said to be haunted by the ghost of a jockey who died during a race. Witnesses have reported seeing a ghostly figure on the tracks and hearing the sound of galloping hooves in the dead of night.

Located in Alipore, Hastings House is an old mansion that belonged to Warren Hastings, the first Governor-General of Bengal. It is believed to be haunted by the ghost of Lady Hastings, who died under mysterious circumstances. People claim to have seen her apparition roaming the premises.

Hastings House