Bucharest, Romania
Chimopar
A chemical factory damaged by two earthquakes and an explosion that became abandoned after bankruptcy.
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Bucharest, Romania
A chemical factory damaged by two earthquakes and an explosion that became abandoned after bankruptcy.
Bucharest, Romania
This metro station doubles as an unintentional paleontology museum.
Bucharest, Romania
Locals believe this abandoned ruin on the outskirts of Bucharest is haunted.
Bucharest, Romania
The kitsch mansion of the former Romanian president Nicolae Ceaușescu features a golden bathroom.
Bucharest, Romania
After sitting unused for decades, this abandoned communist infrastructure became a wildlife utopia.
Bucharest, Romania
This museum offers a journey back to the Belle Epoque era of Romania.
Bucharest, Romania
This once-derelict building is now one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world.
Hong Kong
Sip sweet, luxuriously creamy Hong Kong-style milk tea at this cafe.
York, England
After public executions took place at this location, attendants would also attend a local horse race.
York, England
A stained-glass window from the 15th century offers a vision of the end of the world.
York, England
This popular square's history as the former site of a church is right beneath your feet.
York, England
When the plague struck York, this stone was used to leave supplies for the sick.
York, England
A Reformation-era fiery figurehead once denoted this location as a print shop.
York, England
Semaphore saints, a golden dragon's head, and a stone carved with religious warnings all call this cathedral home.
York, England
This medieval church is not only notable for its architecture, but also its connection with LGBTQ+ history.
York, England
The remains of an ancient bathhouse sit inside this aptly-named pub.
York, England
This sculpture marks the spot where one of the greatest Roman rulers was proclaimed emperor.
York, England
The final resting place of England's most notorious bandit.
York, England
One of the shortest streets in York has an especially odd name.
York, England
Makers and sellers of the original and finest York Ghosts.
York, England
This network of narrow, medieval passages has the most delightful name.
York, England
A century-old tradition has culminated in a small but singular collection of feline effigies.
York, England
Follow the original medieval paths that wind through this intriguing section of the city.
Soroca, Moldova
Elaborate mansions built by Roma residents in Soroca to show their success after centuries of discrimination.