In this world, there are just many places that unexplainable events occur. These are areas that people won’t dare to cross and explore for some reason.
If you’re alone, you might want to have someone to read this with because you’re about to dive into dark places on the earth.
Ho Thuy Tien Waterpark, Vietnam
This place cost $3 million to build but ended up being abandoned. It’s made of 50 hectares and is supposed to become a waterpark enjoyed by several families and tourists. The park opened to people in 2004. If it was once a happy place, why did it end up being haunted?
Well here’s why. There are stories circulating the place and eventually reached people outside. The park itself was located near a temple and royal tombs, so they think that the place might be cursed.
New Bedford Orphuem, USA
The New Bedford Orpheum opened for special events the same day the Titanic tragedy happened. It was once a home for iconic performances, but later on deteriorated. But why?
This place is considered as one of the oldest theaters ever existed. If you entered this place it will surely give you chills. But no worries, today, it’s being used as a storage facility. Some people are still wondering what happened to this beautiful place.
Holland Island, USA
You might be wondering why a whole Island is abandoned when it could be a place to embrace nature. Well, here’s why Holland Island is now considered one of the most haunted places on Earth.
This place was once a home to 300 people living peacefully with their families. People’s main source of income was fishing as it was rich in underwater resources. Not until the erosion took over the place, resulting to its sinking and people move out from the place.
Pripyat, Ukraine
This place in Ukraine was abandoned by the locals for the most valid and terrifying reason. Because even though a person wants to live in this place, that would be the worst decision they’ll make.
Pripyat once had locals living when radioactive pollution escaped, affecting the health and lives of people. Today, no one is allowed to go nearer than 19 miles in the area to keep people safe.
Kolmanskop, Namibia
Coined as The Ghost Town, Kolmanskop was once a glimmering place because tons of diamonds have been found surrounding the area. It all began when a railway worker discovered a shining piece and was confirmed as a diamond.
Because of this, many people have been entering the place hunting for diamonds. That’s when the authorities took full control over the area and forced people to work for them. Later on, another richer place was discovered, and people left Kolmanskop for good and remained abandoned.
Abandoned Mill, Italy
A place that nature took over, the abandoned mill in Italy. It might look mesmerizing, but not for the eyes of people near the area.
It happened at the beginning of 20th century when Piazza Tasso became a spot for people in 1940s. But now, it’s considered as a historic building.
Abandoned Wooden Houses, Forests In Russia
This wooden house looked so vintage and the whole architecture is indeed a sight, especially nowadays, it’s so rare to see such building. However, it’s now an abandoned place.
There are tons of abandoned wooden housed in Russia but this one is one of the haunted looking houses. The main reason why it was haunted is because of its location, being built deep into the forest made it unaccessible, causing it to be abandoned.
Salto Hotel, Colombia
Who would’ve thought that Salto Hotel was once a luxury hotel when you look at its current state? This might seem like an old movie, but this place is just fully abandoned, and you’ll be sad to know why.
The hotel once welcomed elite guests when pollution took over its river, cutting off the waterfall, and that led to the owner’s decision to let the place go.
Beelitz-Heilstätten Hospital, Germany
Probably, one of the worst places to be abandoned is a hospital. Surely, no one would want to enter this place if they were not prepared for the worst.
Beelitz-Heilstätten Hospital is an abandoned place in Germany that is also known as where Hitler was treated for his injuries from a grenade.
Hashima Island, Japan
Another island that remained abandoned and haunted was Hashima Island, which is located in Japan.
The reason why people left the place is that the coal demand deteriorated, forcing people to look for other places to live. Also, they said that the living conditions on this island were once difficult.
Maunsell Sea Forts, England
The Sea Forts was abandoned in 1959. It was used by the British Army during the war.
It’s composed of 7 connecting towers. After being struck by a ship, the place was abandoned and dismantled as years passed by.
Nara Dreamland, Japan
This place was built by Kunizu Matsuo. It is now called Japan’s abandoned amusement park, but why would a fun place like this would end up this way?
Being named Nara Dreamland, we can say now that the place's Dream has ended. They said that the owner of this place coordinated with Walt Disney. But today, they processed the demolition of the park.
San Zhi, Taiwan
San Zhi is a place where you’ll see futuristic-looking houses that seem like UFOs turned into homes.
Originally, this is a beach resort, but never had a guest and never been finished constructing. But why would they abandon such cool place?
Poveglia Plague Island, Italy
Poveglia Plague Island was once a mental asylum until it closed in 1968.
You’re probably wondering what happened to this place before it was abandoned. Well, people tried to occupy it and use it for agriculture, but for some reason, they still abandoned it.
Floating Forest, Australia
A place that was once a warship in the second worldwar is now an abandoned place called the Floating Forest in Australia.
The ship was used in the war to transport troops. Who would’ve thought this dark ship would now turn into a forest and become popular with tourists?
I.M. Cooling Tower, Belgium
I.M. Cooling Tower in Belgium is a power plant that was abandoned to make the community more sustainable.
This place was once left open until people noticed its environmental impact, which also adversely affected people's health. To prevent further issues, they closed down the place.
House of the Bulgarian Communist Party, Bulgaria
This is probably one of the places on Earth that could attract many people because of its UFO-like structure.
When communism fell in Bulgaria, the place began to be abandoned, and people preferred not to become connected to it.
Royal Palace, Poland
Also known as the abandoned piano palace in Poland, it brings so much curiosity to people.
This place was once owned by a family and inherited throughout the years, but not until the military stole it and used it as a medical facility. Years passed, and they did not return the property to the Rzewuski family, who owned the place.
Doll Factory, Spain
Just staring at the picture makes it seem like it's crawling under your skin. Most people are probably already terrified of old dolls like the one produced in this place.
For some reason, the place was abandoned and full of unused materials for creating dolls. Inside, you’ll discover the oldest versions of dolls that might look very creepy.