Baron Palace Myths: A Horror Tourism Destination in Egypt

Simply Dark Tourism are those that relate to death, whether the destinations are linked to untimely or violent deaths. Dark tourism can enlighten an understanding of how contemporary societies deal with and represent their significant dead. Dark tourism is concerned with death and dying through its social scientific study; Dark tourism tells us more about life. Horror or Ghost tourism, includes any form of travel or leisure that involves encounters with or learning about ghosts or hauntings; it is simply a tour for places believed to be haunted − ghost sightings, haunted rooms or any other type of adventures. In addition, whether it is called ghost tourism, paranormal tourism or even haunted tourism, this type of travel takes you to places that are in some way thought to be unusual. Since the last quarter of the twentieth century, there had been an increase in the organization of trips to Horror tourist sites as Dracula’s castle or Vampires legend. Therefore, the study focuses on how to apply Niche tourism as Horror tourism into Baron Palace distinctively. Hence, the Baron Palace could be the first site to endorse such a genre of horror scenarios not implemented in Egypt before. The research attempts to conclude how applying horror tours inside the Baron Palace using the rumors and mysteries related to the site. Additionally, it is one of the unique Horror and mystery touristic sites because of its rare design, large space and stories about the Baron himself and his family. Thus, it would be a unique adventure and experience when visiting the Palace because it combines secrets with information. Additionally, the audience will be part of the historical legend for the location, Horror Tourism; The Thrill of Fear without danger.