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Salem has become known as one of the most bewitching locations in the world due to its infamous history of witchcraft, where in 1692 hysteria took hold of the town\u2019s colonists and over 200 people were accused of being witches.<\/p>\n
In Salem\u2019s Witch Trials, 20 people were executed for the crime of witchcraft, making it the deadliest witch hunt in the history of America.<\/p>\n
However, in modern times this charming Massachusetts seaside town has embraced its dark history and is now known for being the ultimate autumn and Halloween destination due to its many charming attractions.<\/p>\n
In the autumn, New England is known for its vibrant foliage which makes Salem an incredibly beautiful place, but the cozy atmosphere of the town’s many teashops, cafes, restaurants, and many seasonal festivities make this town an unforgettable visit on its own. However, there are also many graveyards, museums, and landmarks to visit in order to explore Salem’s rich yet chilling history.<\/p>\n
Helene Sula, a travel expert, has explained the many places to visit if visiting Salem, Massachusetts. In a video online, Helene said: \u201cNew England is the best place to visit in the autumn, and Salen is the perfect stop to get into a spooky mood\u2026but it\u2019s also the home and filming location for the movie Hocus Pocus.\u201d<\/p>\n
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In Salem, there are many witch and ghost tours to delight you if you are looking to discover the town\u2019s spooky history, but if you wish to navigate Salem on your own then there is a yellow line throughout the town that begins on Essex\u2019s Street that will take you the main historical locations.<\/p>\n
On Essex Street, the tour will begin at the Witch House Museum, which is the 17th-century home of Judge Jonathan Corwin, one of the main judges who premises over the Salem Witch Trials. Not only does this \u201cInstagram-famous\u201d home look like something out of a horror movie, but according to Helene it is \u201cthe only structure still standing in Salem with a direct tie to the witch trials of 1692.\u201d<\/p>\n
The tour will also take you to a simple patch of grass and locust trees right next to the town\u2019s Old Burying Point Ceremtary is the Salem Witch Trial Memorial, a memorial to the 20 victims of the witch trials. The memorial has simple stone slabs for each of the people murdered in the trials and it is common for visitors to lay flowers, coins or letters near the slabs as a token of remembrance.<\/p>\n
There are also many other historic museums to enjoy in Salem, such as the Pioneer Village in which people can walk through to see what colonial life would have been like as well as the Salem Witch Museum, which will go into more detail about the town\u2019s witch trials.<\/p>\n
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