Artifacts and evidence of the existence of vampires are collected at Le Musée des Vampires in Paris.
On the last weekend of October, Halloween is celebrated around the world. Perfume Day can be celebrated at Dracula's Castle or at Le Musée des Vampires in Paris.
The “haunted house,” as the museum founder Jacques Sirgent calls it, is open all year round. It contains art objects and historical artifacts that remind of the sinister history of France and other European countries.
Among the exhibits at Le Musée des Vampires are rare texts, ancient books and artifacts such as a vampire killing kit, an autographed photograph of the author of the novel "Dracula" Bram Stoker, a mummified cat found in the Père Lachaise cemetery and many other creepy things.
Photo autographed by Bram Stoker
The founder of Le Musée des Vampires is convinced that vampires still exist: "Vampires reflect the evil that we hold in our hearts, which is why people believe in them."
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Jacques Sarjean specializes in the history of the Middle Ages, lectures on the burial rituals of vampires in medieval France and leads museum tours. He never complains about the lack of visitors, but during Halloween, interest in the museum increases.
Le Musée des Vampires is located at st. Jules David, 14, is a 25 minute drive from the center of Paris. Entrance costs € 8.