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Kellie’s Castle is located in Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia. It is an unfinished castle full of mystery, with British colonial architectural style and various supernatural legends.

History of Kellie's Castle • Builder: William Kellie Smith, a Scottish rubber plantation owner • Construction year: Construction began around 1915 • Architectural style: A fusion of Moorish, Indian and Gothic architectural styles • Reasons for unfinished construction: • The 1918 influenza pandemic led to a reduction in workers • In 1926, Kellie Smith died of pneumonia in Portugal, and his family was unable to complete the construction, and it was eventually abandoned Features of Kellie's Castle 1. Mysterious tunnel: It is said that there is a secret tunnel leading to the Perak River in the castle, but it has not been fully opened to this day. 2. Malaysia’s First Elevator Shaft: It is said that the castle was originally planned to have an elevator, which was rare at the time and was one of the earliest elevator facilities in Malaysia. 3. Hidden Rooms and Corridors: There are several unfinished rooms in the building and some passages are blocked, adding to the mystery. 4. Ghost Legends: • Many visitors and locals claim to have seen the ghost of Kelly Smith on the second floor and in the hallways. • Some believe his spirit still lingers in the unfinished castle, guarding his dream. If you have time, you might as well visit here.
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Posted: Mar 2, 2025
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