The Mystery Hole in Ansted, West Virginia is a bizarre tourist attraction that seemingly defies the laws of physics. Located near Hawks Nest State Park, this roadside oddity was built in the 1970s and has been puzzling visitors ever since.
Inside the Mystery Hole, strange phenomena occur. Water appears to flow uphill, people seem to grow or shrink in size, and objects roll "upwards" on what looks like a level surface. Balls appear to roll up inclined boards, and visitors often feel disoriented or off-balance.
The exact nature of the illusions isn't revealed to preserve the mystery, but it's believed to be a combination of clever architecture, optical illusions, and possibly some electromagnetic effects. The creator, Donald Wilson, took the secret of how it all works to his grave.
Despite its kitschy nature, the Mystery Hole has become a beloved local attraction. It represents a unique blend of Appalachian ingenuity and the American tradition of roadside attractions.
While not as famous as some supernatural legends, the Mystery Hole offers a different kind of "weird" - one that plays with perception and challenges visitors' understanding of reality in a fun, puzzling way.
29 июн 2024
