Savannah, Georgia, United States
Located on the edge of Savannah’s historic Madison Square, the Sorrel-Weed House stands as a haunting reminder of the city’s tumultuous past. This grand home, completed in 1840, is steeped in history. The home was erected, on a site that witnessed one of the bloodiest battles of the Revolutionary War, the Siege of Savannah in 1779. Hundreds of soldiers perished during the chaos of battle. In the aftermath, a mass trench was dug to bury […]
Nestled in the picturesque village of Wookey Hole near Wells in Somerset, England, lies a labyrinth of limestone caves steeped in history, mystery and legend. The Wookey Hole Caves have been a part of human history for an astonishing 45,000 years, serving as a shelter, a place of worship and a place of intrigue for countless generations. From the bones of Ice Age animals to flint tools left by Paleolithic humans, the caves are filled […]
Nestled in the heart of Savannah, Georgia, at 14 Hull Street, the Foley House Inn is more than just a charming bed and breakfast. Built in 1896 by Honoria Foley, this historic home has stood the test of time, witnessing both the triumphs and tragedies of Savannah’s past. But what truly sets the Foley House Inn apart is the eerie energy that seems to linger within its walls. The inn’s foundation rests on a site […]
Franklin, Kentucky, United States
Octagon Hall Mansion, also known by names like, Octagon House, Mayfair Farm and the Eight-Sided Mansion, stands as a unique landmark in Franklin, Kentucky. Construction began in 1847 under Andrew Jackson Caldwell, who envisioned a home unlike any other. Built with the labour of enslaved individuals, the mansion was completed in 1859. Slave quarters once stood behind the house and the property holds the graves of many slaves who lived and died there. Tragedy seemed […]