Ukraine has always been famous for its natural beauty, rich history and folk legends. However, its picturesque landscapes and ancient cities hide interesting secrets and mysterious phenomena. Find out about the places shrouded in legends where reality borders on fantasy

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There are mysterious nooks and crannies all around us, where mystery is in the air and unusual phenomena cannot be explained. Energetically strong places, anomalous zones where strange events occur, as well as ancient legends that have been passed down from generation to generation and now live in people's minds, create an atmosphere of mystical enigma.

We are going to tell you about the most mysterious places in Ukraine, whose secrets attract travelers.

Haunted house

The Ternopil Haunted House is located in the private sector in the Druzhba neighborhood. The house was built on the site of an old cemetery.

According to legend, as soon as the house was built, evil spirits settled in it. Terrible screams and howls were heard from the house.

The furniture moved by itself, objects flew, and at night the air shook with eerie screams and howls.

It was also strange that the lights flickered in the house, although the power grid was not connected at the time. 

After the family who lived there could not bear the abnormal horrors and moved out, the house remained empty for a long time, but now, according to rumors, it is inhabited by a woman who has found a common language with the spirits.

Vinnytsia Psychiatric Hospital

At the end of the 19th century, the Vinnytsia Psychiatric Hospital appeared in the city of Vinnytsia. It was known for its cruelty and uncharted bloody methods of treatment. 

Instead of providing patients with the necessary medical care, the doctors of this institution resorted to terrible and inhumane practices.

Even more fear came during the Soviet occupation, when the hospital in Vinnytsia became a place for conducting experiments on people who did not please the government.

During this period, many crimes against humanity were committed here, and this tragic historical legacy reminds us of the need to protect the rights and dignity of every person.

Zhevakhova Mountain  

Odesa has a mystical charm shrouded in legends, strange stories and myths. Zhevakhova Hill, once called "Long Grave" by the Cossacks, is named after Major General Ivan Zhevakhov. His estate still stands here on one of the slopes.

The clay cliff 40 meters above sea level offers a magnificent view of Odesa. In ancient times, there was an ancient Greek settlement here, and now they are looking for traces of alien life.

It is said that this place has incredible supernatural power, driving some people crazy and giving them powerful clairvoyant abilities. The compass here is faulty, which is why many people have lost their way and wandered for hours trying to find the "way out".

There are also rumors that the mountain is a meeting place for local witches and occultists. This is evidenced by gruesome artifacts such as disemboweled animals and various elements of black magic.

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Dead Lake (Skole Beskydy) 

In the depths of the Skole Beskydy, among the dense forests and picturesque mountain peaks, lies one of the most mysterious places in Ukraine - Lake Zhuravlyne, often known as "Dead".

One of the biggest mysteries of this lake is its true depth. There are legends and beliefs that claim that the deep waters of Zhuravlyne have supernatural properties and are unknown to humans.

The dark bottom, covered with tree trunks that have fallen into the lake, adds to the mystery and mystery of this place.

There is a floating island in the center of the lake. It adds a touch of mysticism to the atmosphere and makes the lake even more mysterious and exciting for those who decide to visit it.

The place looks picturesque, but at the same time disturbing, inspiring to think about what this natural gem in the Skole Beskydy might hide.

Olesko Castle

Olesko Castle, located in the village of Olesko, is famous not only for its amazing architecture and historical significance, but also for the rich collection of legends and ghosts surrounding its history.

According to the legend told by the locals, a young man, Adam Żółkiewski, committed suicide shortly before his wedding by stabbing himself in the heart in front of his fiancée and other witnesses. His suicide was not only a shock to everyone, but also a tragedy that filled the castle and its walls with dark energy.

Another mysterious inhabitant of the castle is the Black Monk. His appearance and motives remain mysterious, but some restorers and researchers claim that they periodically observe this man in black clothes wandering the corridors and underground passages of the castle.

Even from today's perspective, Olesko Castle remains a place where history and mysticism merge into one, and where the spirits of past events continue to keep their mysterious secrets.

Devil's Stone (Pidkamin village) 

The village of Pidkamin in the Lviv region is known among Ukrainian tourism enthusiasts for its 16-meter-high Devil's Stone. To the west of the stone is a heart-shaped hole and six holes that were once used in pagan rituals.

In fact, it is said that the stone was brought from the Carpathian Mountains by the devil, who wanted to throw stones at Pochayiv. However, a rooster crowed in Pidkamin, and the devil dropped the stone and disappeared. 

It is believed that it is better to avoid this stone at night. In ancient times, sacrifices were made near the stone and a cemetery was set up near it.

Nowadays, an international folklore festival is organized here once a year.

We remind you! For those who love mysticism, there are many more "terribly beautiful" locations. Ukraine is full of places shrouded in mysterious legends and mystical tales. Read more about other mysterious places in Ukraine that you should see with your own eyes here.

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