Jul 20, 2025
8 'Haunted' Roads in India That Make Cars Move Uphill Automatically
Aanya MehtaMagnetic Hill: Leh, Ladakh
The most famous of all — cars appear to roll uphill when placed in neutral. The phenomenon is due to an optical illusion caused by the surrounding landscape.
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Kalo Dungar Magnetic Hill, Gujarat
Near the Rann of Kutch, vehicles mysteriously seem to defy gravity. Local legends say it’s due to spiritual energy from a nearby temple.
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Tulsishyam Road
A stretch between Tulsishyam temple and a nearby village pulls vehicles upward. Some say it’s haunted, others credit gravitational anomaly.
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Devarayanadurga Hill Road: Karnataka
This road near Tumkur has a steep stretch where vehicles slide upward. Locals believe the area has divine or supernatural energy.
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Kasara Road
A foggy mountain pass with eerie stories of ghost sightings and cars moving oddly. Blamed on optical tricks and steep terrain but many believe it’s haunted.
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Pavagadh Hill Road
A religious and historical place where some claim cars roll uphill near the hill base. It’s surrounded by mystic folklore and ghost tales from pilgrims.
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Ghat Roads near Yercaud, Tamil Nadu
Several travelers have shared stories of cars moving uphill when engines are off. Likely a visual trick but the silence of the forest adds to the eeriness.
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Sinhagad Fort Road, Maharashtra
This winding hill road is linked to ancient wars and haunted soldier tales. Some vehicles have reportedly creeped uphill, baffling drivers.
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