Independence Hall is rumored to be haunted by the spirits of figures from the American Revolution, though the specific accounts are less documented than other more famously haunted sites in Philadelphia. The legends suggest that the intense emotions and historical significance of the building left a supernatural impression. Due to the hall's role in the American Revolution and as the site where the Declaration of Independence and U.S. Constitution were adopted, some believe the ghosts of the nation's founders still linger. These sightings are often reported as faint figures, and they are not typically malicious or terrifying in nature. The city of Philadelphia as a whole has many legends about restless colonial soldiers wandering historical streets and buildings, and Independence Hall is sometimes included in these stories. Given the building's role during the war, it is conceivable that the ghosts of patriots might be found within its walls. One of the more specific legends is the story of a delegate to the Continental Congress who was a traitor to the American cause. After his plot was uncovered, he was hanged near the hall and is said to haunt the building in protest. There have been reports of unexplained shadowy figures and cold spots within the historic rooms, particularly during evening ghost tours. Some visitors also report feelings of unease or being watched in certain areas of the building.