Derelict Robin Hood Gardens Exploring abandoned places in the United Kingdom offers a unique journey through the country’s rich history and cultural legacy. The UK is dotted with a wide array of derelict sites, from industrial relics and disused military installations to grand mansions and even entire ghost villages. These sites attract … Read more
The MV Royal Iris is a diesel-electric, former Mersey Ferry built in 1950 at a cost of £256,000. The Royal Iris was licensed to carry 2,296 passengers on normal ferry duties, or 1,000 for cruising. Onboard amenities included a dancefloor and stage, tea room, buffet, cocktail bar, even a fish and chip … Read more
It is likely that most people haven’t heard of Jaipur and its man-made wonder known as the Water Palace. However, it takes nothing more than a quick look at the Man Sagar Lake for one name to become unforgettable: Jal Mahal. Jal Mahal is a large dimension palace designed using architectural and … Read more
There appears to be an endless fascination with contemporary degradation, whether it be in the form of abandoned structures, abandoned communities, or abandoned amusement parks. These are fleeting moments in which man-made objects are at war with nature. They evoke thoughts of regret and nostalgia because they are mysterious, terrifying, and bizarre. … Read more
Deep inside the Qiandao Lake in the Zhejiang Province of China, 400 km (250 miles) south of Shanghai, lies the ancient submerged city of Shi Cheng (Lion City). The city was built during the Eastern Han Dynasty (AD 25–200) and was first set up as a county in AD 208. The city … Read more
Florida, known for its vibrant culture and bustling tourist attractions, also harbors a number of famous abandoned places, each with its unique history and allure. Here’s a list of some of the most well-known abandoned sites in Florida. Strange Abandoned Dome Houses Built in 1980 at Cape Romano, these dome constructions was … Read more
St. Elmo, CO Established in the late 1870s, St. Elmo was once a highfalutin gold mining town and popular whistle -stop on the Pacific Railroad. It boasted 2,000 residents, 130 mines, and enough hotels, brothels, saloons, and dance halls to keep everybody in town happily cutting a rug. When the Alpine Tunnel … Read more
An Aussie billionaire is building a fully-function replica of the Titanic that will set sail in 2018. Australian billionaire Clive Palmer’s fully-functioning replica of the Titanic will be launched in 2018, two years later than initially planned. A spokesman for the tycoon said that the project had merely been delayed and not … Read more
Inside an abandoned military bunker in Greenland A top secret location has been photographed In the northwest of Greenland, near one the northernmost towns in the world, there’s an abandoned Nike-Hercules missiles launch site at Thule Air Base. Flickr user ÐøÇ, visited the frozen underground facilities. The photographer writes: Rain and snow … Read more
Petra is a famous archaeological site in Jordan’s southwestern desert. Dating to around 300 B.C., it was the capital of the Nabatean Kingdom. Accessed via a narrow canyon called Al Siq, it contains tombs and temples carved into pink sandstone cliffs, earning its nickname, the “Rose City.” Perhaps its most famous structure … Read more
Italy, with its rich history and cultural heritage, is home to a fascinating array of abandoned places. These sites, ranging from ancient villages to 20th-century industrial sites, offer a unique glimpse into Italy’s past and the passage of time. Here’s an overview of some of the notable abandoned places in Italy: Ancient … Read more
Abandoned – The Grand Hotel – Kupari, Croatia History of The Grand Hotel – Kupari, Croatia Located in Croatia’s Dubrovnik Riviera, the village of Kupari was once an idyllic summer getaway for the high-ranking military officers of the Yugoslav People’s Army. Today, the tourist complex lay in ruins, shell-scarred from attacks during … Read more