Abandoned places have a unique allure, often capturing the imagination with their eerie beauty and mysterious histories. In America, countless derelict sites appear almost cinematic, as if they’ve ...

The allure of exploring unusual and abandoned places is hard to resist, and many curiosity-seekers make it a hobby. Such sites, however, may contain hazards, so it's important to heed posted warnings ...

Often referred to as the “Atlantis of the Sands,” Ubar was a city swallowed by the unforgiving sands of the Arabian desert.

There’s an element of mystery to Brendon Burton’s photographs. The scenes of abandoned homes, rolling prairies and farmland are familiar, comfortable, but it’s clear the people left long ago. And it ...

What makes a place instantly creepy in your eyes? Is it its history? Is it about aesthetics: how it looks and what it reminds you of? Or is it more of a feeling, just a vibe you're getting while being ...

Abandoned places can be creepy, but fascinating. These spaces, whether an old high school, a rundown house, or a shipwreck, can deliver a thrill, but also a peek into the past. And there are some ...

I explored abandoned spaces as a kid, learning to harness my imagination as a space for healing. When the pandemic hit, I retreated into isolation, and it severely impacted my mental health. I started ...

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The old York County prison has sat deteriorating on Chestnut Street in York for almost half a century without finding a new purpose. Through the years, many ideas to repurpose this sturdy structure ...