Witches, spells and black magic – all are here in the hidden forests of Romania.

The witchcraft business in this eastern European country is booming, with Romanians spending millions of pounds a year on spells, enchantments and potions. Footage from "Atlas of cursed places".

Published 26 Oct 2022, 13:25 BST
Witches, spells and black magic – all in the hidden forests of Romania.

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