Salem, Massachusetts has long been known as “Witch City” due to its association with the Salem witch trials, a series of hearings and prosecutions of people accused of witchcraft in colonial Massachusetts in the late 17th century.
The trials took place in 1692 and resulted in the execution of 20 people, most of whom were women. The trials were marked by widespread panic and hysteria, and many innocent people were accused and convicted based on little or no evidence.
Today, Salem has embraced its association with the witch trials and has become a popular destination for tourists interested in the town’s history and occult traditions. The town is home to numerous museums, shops, and attractions related to witchcraft, as well as events such as the Salem Haunted Happenings festival, which takes place every October and features parades, street fairs, and other Halloween-themed activities.
While Salem’s reputation as “Witch City” is largely due to its historical association with the witch trials, the town also has a long history of maritime commerce and was an important port during the colonial era.
