Prypiat, Ukraine
Abandoned Avanhard Stadium of Prypiat
One of the most poignant ruins of the Chornobyl nuclear disaster, the local football team's stadium has been quickly reclaimed by nature.
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Prypiat, Ukraine
One of the most poignant ruins of the Chornobyl nuclear disaster, the local football team's stadium has been quickly reclaimed by nature.
Prypiat, Ukraine
This attraction was abandoned after the Chornobyl disaster.
Klevan, Ukraine
This beautiful natural train tunnel is said to grant the wishes of visiting lovebirds.
Prypiat, Ukraine
The ghost town left by the worst nuclear disaster of all time is being taken over by nature and urban explorers.
Melnik, Bulgaria
This tiny Bulgarian town offers a stunning location in the mountains and a storied history.
Belogradchik, Bulgaria
Bizarrely shaped rock formations in northwest Bulgaria come with equally bizarre legends.
Ardino, Bulgaria
An architectural marvel that spans the Arda River, and has stories of a haunted past.
Lupșa, Romania
Even drowned in an ocean of toxic waste, the remnants of this Romanian village stand tall.
Scorțoasa, Romania
A muddy alien landscape that is home to rare species of exotic plants.
Dubova, Romania
A giant portrait of an ancient king looms over the river.
Hunedoara, Romania
This fairy-tale castle would make Dracula (who is said to have been imprisoned there) jealous.
Turda, Romania
This massive underground salt mine now holds a sci-fi theme park in its depths.
Caraș-Severin, Romania
Moss and stone turn this waterfall into an otherworldly liquid veil.
Fairbourne, Wales
A hidden tunnel leads to an abandoned slate quarry that's now a secret swimming spot guarded by cliffs.
Marlborough, England
Europe's largest prehistoric mound – burial site of a legendary king?
Lancaster, England
The largest cave chamber in Britain—big enough to fit a whole cathedral inside.
Avebury, England
The largest stone circle in the world has ended up bringing up more questions than it has answered.
Chester, England
Mysteriously stacked storefront paths give this medieval British town an iconic style like none other.
Netzschkau, Germany
The largest brick bridge in the world.