5 Tourist Destinations Who Become Locations For Horror Film Films, Dare To Explore?

JAKARTA - For horror film lovers, it feels incomplete if you haven't felt a tense atmosphere in locations that are the background for filming tense films.

Some tourist destinations that are usually visited for recreation also keep dark stories and auras of horror that attract filmmakers to make it a shooting place. Curious?

Berikut 5 destinasi wisata yang jadi lokasi syuting film horor, seperti dilansir VOI dari laman Kemenparekraf pada Kamis, 23 Januari 2025?

Pengabdi Setan (2017), a horror film by Joko Anwar, has succeeded in becoming one of the most popular horror films in Indonesia. One of the shooting locations that is now a tourist attraction is Rumah Pengabdi Setan, which is located in PTPN VIII, Kampung Kertamahnah, Pangalengan, Bandung, West Java.

In the process of making the film, two houses are used as shooting locations. One of the houses is still inhabited and cannot be entered, but visitors can take pictures in front of it. The second house is left empty and open to the public, with a large poster reading Pengabdi Setan and a picture of the ghost mother from the film. To visit, visitors only need to pay an entrance ticket for Rp. 10,000.

The Forest of Pinus Mangunan in Bantul, Yogyakarta, is not only famous as a tourist location with a cool and beautiful atmosphere, but also a place to shoot the horror film KKN in Penari Village (2022).

Although this pine forest is known for its beautiful and romantic views, the film managed to add a creepy magical element at this site.

The Forest of Pinus Mangunan is often used as a place for major concerts, including concerts from famous singers such as Tulus. Although famous for its calming atmosphere, this horror film managed to describe another, much scary side of this place.

The Sermo Reservoir in Kulonprogo, Yogyakarta, not only has stunning views, but is also rich in mystical stories. This place is the background for filming the horror film Jailangkung: Sandekala (2022) directed by Kimo Stamboel.

In this film, the Sermo Reservoir is described as the scene of a terrible disaster experienced by a family. The Sermo Reservoir was chosen because of the belief of the community who thought that leaving the house when sunset brought disaster.

In addition to the horror experience, the Sermo Reservoir is also a popular place for camping, offering the opportunity to enjoy a calm realm after feeling a terrible sensation.

Karrantas Valley di Garut, Jawa Barat, adalah destinasi wisata alam yang menacarakan, yang pernah dijadikan lokasi syuting film horor Rasuk (2018). Meskipun film ini menciptakan persoaran, Karranak Valley di dunia real justru menawarkan kenihan alam yang mengebatkan.

Famous for its pine forests, Karrandom Valley is often used as a camping place, ideal for those who want to enjoy fresh air and soothing scenery. In the film, the character Langgir Janaka (Shandy Aulia) and his best friend are forced to pass through pine forests after their car is damaged. Valley randomness is the right choice for adventurers who seek peace in the midst of nature.

Watu Kandang Park, which is located in Trenggalek, East Java, is the location for the filming of the horror film Sinden Goib (2024). This film is based on a true story that occurred in Pandenan Village, Dongko District, Trenggalek Regency.

The shooting location was also taken directly in the village which is the background of the story. Although known for its horror story, Watu Kandang Park also offers a variety of exciting activities, such as river tuging and exploring villages. For those who want to enjoy refreshing natural tourism, this place also provides eye-satittering views.