isle of wight primary facts
1 The Isle of Wight is often said to be the most haunted island in the world, perhaps due to mysterious ley lines under the island. 2  It attracts thousands of ghost hunters every year.3  There is an Isle of Wight county in Virginia, US, and the county town has the same name. In 1812, the first Cowes Regatta was held. 2  Helped by the attendance of the Royal family, it has become the largest international yachting event in the world. 3  The Isle of Wight is often said to be the most haunted island in the world, perhaps due to mysterious ley lines under the island.