13“The Court of Mysteries”, Santa Cruz
You will find the enigmatic strange structure known locally as “The Court of Mysteries” at 519 Fair Avenue. The building was built by bricklayer Kenneth Kitchen in the 1930s. Its design was obviously inspired by Hindi temples and includes astrological motifs and arcane patterns.
Kitchen only worked at night in an attempt to maintain secrecy. He added multiple radio towers and even an “anti-submarine device” there, which worked well enough to cause the U.S. Navy to intervene. In 1953, he abandoned the place, with no explanation. To date, neighbors still report seeing apparitions wandering the property.
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