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27 of the World's Most Astounding Abandoned Resorts
From the forests of Canada to the beaches of Croatia, the Earth is dotted with forgotten relics of relaxation.
Whether perched atop a mountain or tucked within a city, abandoned resorts have an eerie allure. Rooms where pampered patrons rested now rot beneath blankets of dirt and grime. Paint peels from their crumbling walls, and nature creeps in to claim the remains. Though these 26 resorts no longer attract crowds seeking spa treatments and leisure, many maintain their air of solitude and serenity.
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