Mexico is a country with a great variety of locations: from paradisiacal beaches, large cities and forests, ghost towns also abound, a perfect destination to spend this Day of the Dead.
What are ghost towns?
They are places characterized by having few or no inhabitants. This abandonment is due to various reasons, such as natural disasters, economic decline or forced displacement. These towns, with their atmosphere of solitude and mystery, They are a magnet for those seeking adventures out of the ordinary.
In many of these towns there are legends of apparitions, supernatural events and haunting vibes, making them unique Day of the Dead destinations.
The best ghost towns to spend this Day of the Dead
- San Juan Parangaricutiro, Michoacán
This town It was devastated by the eruption of the Paricutin volcano in 1943, which covered most of the place with lava. The only structure that still stands is the upper part of its church.visible among the rivers of solidified lava.
San Juan Parangaricutiro, now known as New San Juan Parangaricutiro, is a fascinating destination where nature and history merge in a landscape that is as impressive as it is disturbing.
The half-buried church has become a symbol of the town and It attracts tourists who seek to feel the energy of this desolate place.
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Misnebalam is one of the most famous ghost towns in Mexicoespecially known for its supernatural legends. In the 1920s, Misnebalam was prosperous thanks to the production of henequen, but little by little it declined, until it was completely abandoned in 2005.
some visitors They claim to have seen ghosts of former inhabitants or feel strange presences when walking through the deserted streets. This place, with its ruins and tragic history, is a must-see stop for those seeking a paranormal experience in the heart of Yucatan.
- Aranzazú del Cobre, Zacatecas
In the mountains of Zacatecas, surrounded by arid and majestic landscapes, is Aranzazú del Cobre, an old mining town that In its day it flourished, thanks to the extraction of gold, silver and copper.
Over time, The minerals were exhausted and the town was abandoned. Currently, ruins of old houses, incomplete temples and a pantheon with tombs from the 19th century make this place a destination full of history and mystery.
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Believers in the supernatural claim that at night they hear horses and chains dragging, in addition to UFO sightings.
The dome of the Church of Our Lady of Refuge stands out imposingly from among the ruins, generating a supernatural atmosphere that attracts the most curious visitors.
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