The war in Ukraine has sparked the rise of "dark tourism," where visitors travel to conflict zones to witness the aftermath of war and its effects on local communities. This type of tourism, also known as thanatourism or grief tourism, involves visiting sites tied to death and tragedy.
Ukrainian officials and residents have mixed reactions, viewing it as either a source of income or "blood money."
Dark Tourism India:
Kuldhara Village, Jaisalmer: An abandoned village with numerous myths and eerie(strange and frightening) stories, now a historical site managed by the Archaeological Survey of India.
Cellular Jail, Port Blair (Kala Pani): A colonial-era prison where freedom fighters endured severe torture; now a national museum showcasing India’s dark history under British rule.
Roopkund Lake, Uttarakhand (Skeleton Lake): A mysterious lake with skeletal remains of hundreds, whose origins remain unsolved.
Lothal, Gujarat: A significant site of the Indus Valley Civilization, Lothal is an ancient city offering a glimpse into one of the oldest urban settlements in the world.
Dumas Beach, Surat: Known for its haunted reputation and eerie folklore, attracts paranormal enthusiasts.
