Contents
- 10 Money Oak (Isle of Mary, Scotland)
- 9. Statue of Juliet (Verona, Italy)
- 8. Al Koutoubia Mosque (Marrakesh, Morocco)
- 7. Delhi Pillar (Delhi, India)
- 6. Zodiac District (Jaffa, Israel)
- 5. Death well (Chichen Itza, Mexico)
- 4. Erawan Altar (Bangkok, Thailand)
- 3. Syuyumbike Tower (Kazan, Tatarstan)
- 2. Mengiri (Republic of Khakassia, Russia)
- 1. Bridges of Suzhou (Henan, China)
Modern man knows how the universe works. He invented the automobile, the computer, the spaceship. He went far from his ancestors and changed the world. But he still believes in miracles, and when it gets hard, he remembers God. In this regard, nothing has changed compared to the past. 100 years ago people made a wish at the sight of a shooting star, they still do it now. Most of them close their eyes and say their dreams to themselves when they see 23.23 or 10.10 on the clock. And some go on a trip to ask for help from “magic” places. These sights have long been overgrown with legends, and no one knows what is true in these stories and what is fiction. One thing is known, these places really have magical powers. Everyone who has been there says that their wildest wishes have come true.
10 Money Oak (Isle of Mary, Scotland)
Oak is located on an island, you can only get there by water. To fulfill a wish, it is enough to leave a coin in the bark of a tree and ask magical powers for help. Oak has been helping people for a long time, the oldest coin was made in 1828. In Scotland, such trees are not uncommon, but this oak stands out from all the fact that Queen Victoria made a wish here. This happened in 1877, since then the oak has become very popular with locals and tourists. Some of them say that the island has a special atmosphere. Like it or not, only one who has personally visited and asked the old oak for help can say.
9. Statue of Juliet (Verona, Italy)
People who went on a trip to Italy should certainly visit Juliet’s house. This is a museum in Verona. It was opened in 1997. The most popular statue of Juliet, installed in the courtyard of the house. There is a belief that she helps in love. You just need to touch the right chest and say the most cherished desire. There are always crowds of tourists around the statue, who only dream of asking Juliet for help. A few years later, the stone statue was removed into the house, it was seriously damaged: a crack on the chest, chips on the arm. For tourists in the yard they put a copy of it from cheaper and more durable materials.
8. Al Koutoubia Mosque (Marrakesh, Morocco)
Built a long time ago, back in the XNUMXth century. There are many legends about it, but most tourists are attracted not only by its history and beauty, but also by the opportunity to change their lives. You need to stand at the minaret of the mosque, turn your face to the east and make the most secret wish. Many tourists have visited Morocco and asked for support from higher powers. It is known that if after visiting the mosque you meet a water carrier, the wish will definitely come true. Only Muslims can enter the mosque itself. Other travelers are allowed to walk around the nearby area. Fortunately, in the fulfillment of desires, there are no restrictions on belonging to religion.
7. Delhi Pillar (Delhi, India)
The Delhi pillar belongs to the architectural ensemble of Qutb Minar. Its history is confusing, there are many assumptions and versions. However, historians still cannot come to a consensus. It is known that the pillar was erected at the beginning of the XNUMXth century. Surprisingly, so far it has not been affected by rust. The iron pillar is able to grant wishes. Before, a lot of people used to come here. To make the wish come true, you had to stand with your back to the pillar, hug it from behind with your hands. But there were so many who wanted to, that the authorities had to enclose the pole with a metal grate. However, he did not stop fulfilling wishes and bringing happiness. There are no fewer people visiting this place.
6. Zodiac District (Jaffa, Israel)
Jaffa is the oldest part of Tel Aviv. For the first time in history, it is mentioned in the 12th century BC. The Zodiac area is called an open-air museum. Everything here is saturated with mysticism. The horoscope trail is the most popular among tourists. These are XNUMX streets that intersect with each other. Each of them is named after a specific zodiac sign. To become happy, you must independently find the street of your sign. A prerequisite for the fulfillment of desire is touching the plate, which depicts the same zodiac sign. True, not everyone can do it, the plates are located very high, it is not easy to get to them.
5. Death well (Chichen Itza, Mexico)
The city is infamous for its Death Well. During periods of drought, the ancient Indians made sacrifices. Beautiful girls were tied up and submerged in water until they died. This terrible legend was confirmed by the Americans. They made an expedition, in the well they found not only female, but male and even children’s skeletons, a lot of gold, jewelry and expensive items. But people are not at all afraid to visit this place. They come here to ask for magical powers to fulfill their dreams. True, now the spirit of the well is coaxed with coins, and not with sacrifices.
4. Erawan Altar (Bangkok, Thailand)
The construction of the Erawan Hotel in Bangkok was accompanied by mystical incidents. Many accidents led to the fact that the builders refused to work. Then it was decided to erect an altar with a statue of the God of Creation (Brahma). The construction of the hotel has been successfully completed. Astrologers explained what was happening by the fact that construction began on the wrong day for this. Crowds visit the altar every day, they bring gifts to Brahma. They bring food, and small figurines, and jewelry. Performances are organized here in the evenings. Those whose wishes come true can thank the deity. Dancers will perform a thank you dance for a fee.
3. Syuyumbike Tower (Kazan, Tatarstan)
When the tower was built, no one knows. No documents remain, and historians disagree. Its height is 58 meters, the tower is noticeably inclined to the northeast. It consists of 7 tiers. They named her in honor of Queen Syuyumbike. There are many legends about her, but historians call them romantic tales. People come to admire the tall structure and make a wish. To do this, you need to touch the tower, close your eyes and present a vivid picture of what you dream about. Many tourists admit that the tower was able to help them, many of their most secret desires came true.
2. Mengiri (Republic of Khakassia, Russia)
This is the name of the stone statues. These places are distinguished by a special energy radiation, they are not in vain called places of power. Inexplicable phenomena often occur here: the equipment fails for unknown reasons, the clock lags behind, but the failed batteries are charged again. But of course, people don’t come here for the batteries. Menhirs are able to help people. Ulug Khurtuyakh tas is very popular, he helps people get rid of diseases. Women especially rely on his strength. Rumor has it that it helps with infertility. Each menhir is “responsible” for a certain area of life. Some fulfill wishes, some heal.
1. Bridges of Suzhou (Henan, China)
There are about 200 bridges in the Suzhou urban area, each with its own history. Many of them are able to fulfill dreams. Their names speak for themselves: Bridge of Luck, Careers. The most famous is the Precious Belt Bridge. It helps to attract good luck and prosperity. If you make a wish and appease the higher powers with a coin, it will surely come true. No one knows how it works, but wishes do come true. Perhaps this is really the help of higher powers, or perhaps ordinary self-hypnosis.