Spirits of New Orleans: Supernatural Spells, Vampire Legends, and Cities of the Dead (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781578604265)

Explore New Orleans, Louisiana, like never before--visit its most haunted locations that are open to the public.

Whether you love to travel, are fascinated by the paranormal, or both, get ready to tour New Orleans in a totally unique way! Spirits of New Orleans guides you to 39 fascinating and historic places, including old cemeteries, hotels, museums, restaurants, and more. Every location is open to the public, and here's the catch: Every place is reportedly haunted!

Join local author, psychic, and medium Kala Ambrose on a paranormal investigation to discover the magic and mystery of the Crescent City. Read about the history of each destination, and learn about the ghosts said to reside there. Then grab your gear and hit the road as you visit each location first-hand. Every entry includes an address, as well as photographs of these unforgettable destinations. Kala has visited them all, so her tips and suggestions allow you to maximize the enjoyment of each experience.

From the grave of priestess Marie Laveau to the ghostly monk at Place d'Armes, from feelings of dread at the LaLaurie House to the giggles of childlike spirits at the Hotel Monteleone, this book presents creepy hideaways that even New Orleans natives might not know about. Part travel guide and part armchair reader, Spirits of New Orleans puts you in the middle of NOLA's haunted history.

Each entry includes

• a historical overview of the haunted place


• ghost stories associated with the location


• advice on visiting--if you dare

New Orleans forms the shape of a crescent, which can be viewed as a sacred chalice that holds and stores energy. This is said to make it a unique area in which magic and supernatural phenomena are magnified. Prepare to be introduced to the beliefs, superstitions, legends, and lore that make New Orleans a place unlike any other!