Haunted Places in Chennai

 Chennai, with its rich history and cultural heritage, also has its share of spooky stories and haunted places. Here are some of the most well-known haunted places in Chennai:

1. De Monte Colony

De Monte Colony, located in Alwarpet, is one of the most infamous haunted places in Chennai. It was established by John De Monte, a Portuguese businessman. The colony is known for its eerie silence and deserted streets. Stories of paranormal activities, like strange noises and apparitions, have been reported by those who dared to visit the area at night.

2. Madras Christian College (MCC)

The Madras Christian College, situated in Tambaram, is one of the oldest colleges in Chennai. There have been numerous reports of paranormal sightings and strange occurrences, particularly in the hostel rooms and certain parts of the campus. Some students have claimed to hear footsteps and whispers when no one else is around.

3. Blue Cross Road

Blue Cross Road, near Besant Nagar, is said to be haunted by the spirit of a young girl who died in a tragic accident. People have reported seeing her apparition and hearing her cries for help, especially during late hours.

4. Karikattukuppam

Karikattukuppam is a small coastal village near Thiruvanmiyur. After the 2004 tsunami, many residents reported seeing ghostly figures and hearing strange noises at night. The village was significantly affected by the tsunami, and some believe the spirits of those who lost their lives haunt the area.

5.  Broken Bridge

The Broken Bridge is situated in Adyar, spanning the Adyar River, near the estuary where the river meets the Bay of Bengal. It was originally constructed to facilitate fishing activities, connecting fishermen to the opposite bank.

The bridge was built in 1967 but was later abandoned after part of it collapsed due to strong currents in the river. Since then, the bridge has remained in its broken and dilapidated state, earning its name as the "Broken Bridge."

6. Anna Flyover

Anna Flyover, also known as Gemini Flyover, is one of the busiest flyovers in Chennai. There are stories of apparitions and ghostly figures appearing on the flyover at night, causing drivers to experience accidents and near misses.

7. Theosophical Society

The Theosophical Society in Adyar is a serene place during the day, but it has a reputation for being haunted at night. Visitors have reported feeling a sudden drop in temperature and hearing unexplained sounds while walking through the dense foliage and old buildings.

8. Besant Avenue Road

Besant Avenue Road, close to the Theosophical Society, is another place known for its spooky occurrences. People have reported seeing a ghostly figure of a woman in a white saree, especially during late hours.

9. F2 Building

The F2 Building is located in Valmiki Nagar, a residential area in Chennai. It has gained notoriety due to the paranormal activities reported by residents and visitors.

The F2 Building's haunted reputation stems from numerous reports of unexplained phenomena and ghostly encounters. Some residents have claimed to hear strange noises and see unexplained shadows, particularly in certain houses that have remained vacant for years.