The Baan Dam Museum, or Black House, is the brainchild of the late artist Thawan Duchanee. This eerie collection of around 40 black-themed buildings explores themes of death and human nature. Combining traditional northern Thai architecture with dark, thought-provoking art, the museum features animal bones, skins, and bizarre sculptures. It’s less a museum and more a deep dive into the artist’s psyche—a stark contrast to the bright purity of the nearby White Temple.

Curious Tidbit: Many visitors report feeling an eerie energy while wandering the grounds. Whether it’s the dark artwork or something more mysterious, some even claim the place is haunted by the spirits represented in Duchanee’s work.