Lawang Sewu

The 10 Most Haunted Places in Asia

"Originally built in the early 1900s as an outpost for the Dutch East Indies Railway Company, the building later became a World War II prison under Japanese occupation and the scene of violent clashes involving Dutch, Japanese, and Indonesian forces. Its many doors and repetitive windows inspired its Javanese name meaning "a thousand doors," and visitors report general paranormal activity along with sightings of a young Dutch woman who reportedly died by suicide and now haunts the property." - Alison Fox Alison Fox Alison Fox is a Travel + Leisure contributor. She has also written for Parents.com, The Wall Street Journal, and amNewYork. When she’s not in New York City, she can be found at the beach or on the slopes. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines