Haunted Tea Bungalows of India: Steeping in History and Shivers

March3,2024

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Originally named Bara Ringtong, this estate boasts the legend of Margaret, the young daughter of a 19th-century manager. Locals believe she died tragically in a fall and now haunts the bungalow

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Margaret's Hope, Darjeeling

Built-in 1951 by a British planter, this isolated bungalow is said to be linked to the death of his child under mysterious circumstances. The family's sudden departure and the subsequent closure of the tea estate due to labor unrest have fueled rumors of a vengeful spirit. 

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Bonacaud Bungalow, Kerala

This bungalow, located within a tea factory complex, is believed to be haunted by the presence of a former manager. Stories of objects mysteriously moving, and a ghostly figure seen relaxing in a rocking chair make this a place whispered about by workers. 

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Chulsa Factory Bungalow, Dooars

This heritage bungalow, perched amidst breathtaking views, is said to be haunted by the spirit of a woman in white. Legends suggest she was a lonely planter's wife who took her own life, and her sorrowful presence is sometimes felt by visitors.

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Windermere Tea Estate, Munnar

The Namdang Tea Company was a part of the Assam Railways & Trading Company. The estate has 2 divisions, the Namdang and Namtok, lying in the south of the Dehind river and north of the Patkai range of hills.

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Namdang Bungalow,