Don’t take it lightly—Taiwan’s nine most haunted spots are terrifyingly eerie

By MOOK Scenic Spots, compiled and reported
 
The seventh lunar month, commonly known as Ghost Month, comes with many traditional taboos: avoid waterways, don’t hang out under trees or on mountains, head home early, and don’t whistle, among others. The following nine haunted spots are believed to be especially sinister due to heavy yin energy and many legends—so don’t tempt fate by visiting them carelessly.

1.Yangde Boulevard
 
Yangde Boulevard is a key route to Yangmingshan, but its winding roads and frequent speeding often lead to accidents. Coupled with its mountainous, densely forested setting, the area has strong yin energy. Extra caution is advised during Ghost Month.
 
2.Cultural University’s Da Ren Dormitory
 
Located on the campus of Chinese Culture University, Da Ren Dormitory sits at the boundary between yin and yang. Its original design followed the Bagua layout, but construction deviated from the plan, disrupting the balance—resulting in numerous strange occurrences. The elevator here is even nicknamed the “ghost elevator” by students.

3.Xinhai Tunnel
 
Xinhai Tunnel’s entrance is near the Second Funeral Parlor and Crematorium, and large areas of graveyard were cleared during its construction. Many claim to have encountered ghosts here. Legend says that riding a motorcycle into the tunnel at midnight can trap you inside—or you might hear whispers urging you to hurry. It’s best to avoid the place after midnight during Ghost Month.
 
4.The Liu Family Ancestral House
 
The Liu Family Ancestral House in Minxiong, Chiayi, is famously known as the Minxiong Haunted House. With countless stories and legends surrounding it, the site is now overgrown with weeds and thick woods. It’s still best to avoid exploring, to prevent accidents like falls or injuries.

5.Qǐngtiāngǎng (Heavenly Summit)
 
Qǐngtiāngǎng on Yangmingshan is rich in natural scenery, but frequent heavy fog gives it a heavy yin atmosphere. Travelers are advised to avoid lingering on the mountain when the weather turns bad or it gets dark, to prevent getting stranded due to the eerie environment.
 
6.Cadbury Park
 
Cadbury Park in the mountainous Daking area of Taichung was once Taiwan’s most popular amusement park before shutting down years ago due to poor management. Now abandoned, its crumbling facilities, battered by wind and rain, exude an intensely creepy vibe.

7.Beiyi Highway
 
The Beiyi Highway, connecting Taipei and Yilan, is dubbed the “Highway of Death” due to its winding, unpredictable road conditions that frequently cause accidents. At night, poor visibility leads to rumors of drivers spotting mysterious women waving from the roadside.
 
8.Xining Public Housing
 
This aging public housing complex in Taipei’s Wanhua District saw nearly 20 residents die or go insane within three years from various causes. Locals say the incidents are caused by vengeful spirits of former soldiers who once lived there.