Situated at about 12 kilometers outside the town of Luderitz, lies the captivating Kolmanskop Ghost Town. It was once inhabited by a thriving community of over 1,200 individuals, comprising approximately 700 families. The town’s history tells a tale of immense wealth, prosperity, and sudden decline. A visit to Kolmanskop provides a spooky understanding of … Read more
Towns that were formerly inhabited but are now mostly or entirely unoccupied are referred to as abandoned towns or ghost towns. These towns can be found all over the world, and there are several reasons on why they were deserted. For instance, it happens when the industry or agriculture that once supported … Read more
These magnificent buildings were most likely worth millions of dollars when they were built. Now, they’re falling apart. The building had grown aware of its own history, which echoed within its walls. There are untold stories of these abandoned buildings worldwide beneath all this dust and rust, exfoliating drywall ceiling texture. Explore … 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