Under the spooky Tuscan sun

Tuscany is famous for its art, history and plentiful vine yards. But it’s also a hotbed of paranormal activity. We take a look at some of the Italian region’s most haunted spots…

MUSEUM OF TORTURE, SAN GIMIGNANO • It’s not surprising that this tourist attraction is a magnet for paranormal investigators. On display here are disturbing devices used to torture victims in the past, such as guillotines, torture chairs and an ‘Iron maiden’ - a solid iron cabinet with a hinged front and spike-covered interior. The museum serves as a reminder of the suffering humanity can inflict when the right tools are placed in the hands of fanatics, madmen, and tyrants. There have been many reported sighting of ghouls over the years, terrifying visitors. BROLIO CASTLE, SIENA • This is a beautiful architectural jewel but also houses a disturbing legend and the ghost of Bettino Ricasoli, a fearsome spirit. The castle had belonged to the Ricasoli family since 1141 and passed as…

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