The Winchester Mystery House

The Winchester Mystery House in San Jose, California, is a sprawling, Victorian-style mansion built by Sarah Winchester, the widow of firearm magnate William Winchester. Construction began in 1884 and continued for 38 years, featuring numerous oddities like secret passages, staircases leading nowhere, and eclectic architectural details. Legend suggests Sarah believed she was haunted by spirits of those killed by Winchester rifles and built the house to appease them. Today, it is a popular historic site and tourist attraction, renowned for its mysterious, labyrinthine design and intriguing history.