Crafting a Lifestyle Oct.2013 | Page 11

Traditions of Halloween Halloween in Romania is celebrated around the myth of "Dracula" on 31 October. The spirit of Dracula is believed to live there because the town was the site of many witch trials; these are recreated today by actors on the night of Halloween. The most successful Halloween Party in Transylvania is taken place in Sighisoara, the citadel where Vlad the Impaler was born. Most haunted If you ever visit one of these places you may find yourself shivering with goosebumps for no reason. Or is there? Borley Rectory, Essex, England Borley Rectory was built in 1863 on the site of an old monastery. The reports of strange occurrences date back to the mid to late 1800?s however, the first documented evidence of paranormal activity was in the early 1900s. In 1939 the house was burnt to the ground caused by an oil lamp. It was then left in ruins until 1944 when it was demolished. You can still visit the site today where there are still reports of sightings and activities.