Why is the number 13 skipped in elevators and hotel floors?
Many hotels skip the 13th floor due to a fear of the number 13, known as Triskaidekaphobia. This superstition is linked to historical and religious beliefs, including Nordic mythology and Christianity. The negative connotations associated with the number 13 make some hotels omit it to provide comfort and avoid potential distress for guests.
Many hotels skip the 13th floor due to a fear of the number 13, known as Triskaidekaphobia. This superstition is linked to historical and religious beliefs, including Nordic mythology and Christianity. The negative connotations associated with the number 13 make some hotels omit it to provide comfort and avoid potential distress for guests.
