Looking for a spooky encounter? Gather up your thrill seeking gang and check out these creepy spots in Singapore which are rumoured to be haunted. Enjoy a history lesson along the way? We’ve also included a local ghost tour which will feed your appetite for all things paranormal!
Changi Beach
Changi Beach was one of the killing grounds of Operation Sook Ching during World War II, where the Japanese Imperial Army killed 66 Chinese male civilians on the beach. And it doesn’t end there. After the Japanese surrendered, Changi Beach was also where Japanese war criminals were put to trial and executed. Talk about coming full circle.
Ever since the Japanese occupation, people have encountered strange sightings at Changi Beach – decapitated bodies walking aimlessly, ghostly executions taking place, and strange cryings and screams echoing with the winds…
Nee Soon Rubber Estate
In the early days, Sembawang was home to the Nee Soon Rubber estate. You know what they say about rubber trees? No? They are known to be the favoured residence of restless female spirits, aka pontianaks.
Apparently, spirits still remain even though the rubber trees are long gone. They’ve been seen lingering on residents’ balconies and doorsteps, even telling them that she's been ‘waiting for them' when they bump into her at their homes! She has also been heard calling out to those fishing at Sembawang Park, or just blatantly staring at people who are walking by.
Pulau Tekong
Sorry boys, there’s no dodging this one. And if you’ve already completed NS, your whole army life was probably one big ghost story. It remains unclear if Pulau Tekong’s creepy roots started from its days as a trading station with civilians living in local kampongs, or if activity only picked up after it became a military island. But it’s definitely notorious for its spiritual inhabitants.
Us ladies may very well never get the chance to experience Tekong life, but just ask your male family members or friends – they probably have a tale, or even ten.
National Museum of Singapore
Built in 1882, the National Museum of Singapore is said to be haunted by its former museum director, Carl Alexander Gibson-Hill. He committed suicide here, and visitors as well as museum staff have reportedly encountered his spirit in the museum. The Victorian-style spiral staircase flanked by two huge windows is said to be notorious for sightings. Adding on to the mystery, the staircase is closed off to the public today. Hmm… Wonder why.
Old Changi Hospital
This famous haunt (pun intended) was used by the Kempeitai (Japanese military police) as a torture chamber during the Japanese Occupation. More than 50,000 Allied prisoners-of-war were held here. Over the years, many creepy tales have sprung out of Old Changi Hospital, along with photos and even videos. Of course, there’s no way to verify them, but they’re pretty scary to say the least.
Want to explore Old Changi Hospital? Unfortunately, you might run into something scarier than ghosts – law enforcement. A loud warning sign will go off if you get too close to the front gate. Maybe it’s to protect us from what’s inside? Nonetheless, you can still explore the abandoned hospital via a 360° virtual tour.
Creepy Tales Of Singapore
This Creepy Tales of Singapore tour will take you through Singapore's urban legends as you walk past tombstones and mausoleums at a local cemetery, and learn some interesting stories about our ‘friends’ who are resting there. You’ll be kept on your toes as you learn about the darker side of our history. Next, proceed to a secluded hill to see a World War II battlefield where many have lost their lives. You will also get the chance to detect spiritual presences using EMF detectors and enter a Japanese laboratory with a long history of massacres.
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