Located in the barren lands of eastern California, Bodie is a town that thrived in the 19th century during the gold rush of the American West. Abandoned in the 1930s due to fires, it is nevertheless remarkably well-preserved and today seems frozen in time. A far-western atmosphere reigns in the deserted streets. Go to the ►
Located in the barren lands of eastern California, Bodie is a town that thrived in the 19th century during the gold rush of the American West. Abandoned in the 1930s due to fires, it is nevertheless remarkably well-preserved and today seems frozen in time. A far-western atmosphere reigns in the deserted streets. Go to the saloon, the bank, or the jail to imagine the once lively life of the miners and gold diggers.
Perched on a hill in Basilicata, southern Italy, Craco is a medieval town founded in the eighth century and deserted in the 1960s due to soil stability problems. Visitors can explore this ghost town's alleys, ruined buildings, and dilapidated churches. The mysterious atmosphere and the intact architecture make it an unforgettable visit, especially since it has been the setting for famous movies like "The Passion of the Christ" or "James Bond: Quantum of Solace."
Also known as "the ghost island", Hashima is located off the coast of Nagasaki, Japan. Once a thriving mining community, it is now overgrown, and its buildings are dilapidated. A boat trip and a guided tour of the island will immerse you in the remnants of its industrial architecture.
In the heart of the Namib Desert, Kolmanskop is a mining town that was once a prosperous German colony. Today, its decrepit buildings, witnesses of a bygone era, are invaded by the dunes, creating a surreal atmosphere. A guide will take you through the sandy streets and explore the majestic stone houses or the hospital, which in the city's heyday was one of the most modern in Africa.
Located near the Chernobyl nuclear power plant, Pripyat is a city that was evacuated in an emergency following the 1986 nuclear disaster. Today, frozen in time, the place is a poignant testimony of the brutally interrupted daily life. A deserted amusement park overgrown with vegetation and a stationary Ferris wheel create a post-apocalyptic atmosphere. Guided tours take you through the silent streets, abandoned buildings and witness the devastating impact of the nuclear accident.
Known as "the ghost town of the future", Ordos Kangbashi is a city in Inner Mongolia, China. Built in the 2000s to accommodate over a million people, the city is now largely depopulated. The modern buildings, the large theater, and the empty skyscrapers testify to the excessive ambition surrounding this city's creation. Walking through the quiet streets, you will discover futuristic architecture and a surreal environment in which only a handful of inhabitants has chosen to settle. ◄
