© Jim Carroll / Peculiar Ghost France has over 30,000 castles, and sadly a large number of them are abandoned or at risk. But let's meet the peculiar ghost on a quest to haunt them through his lens... © Jim Carroll / Peculiar Ghost © Jim Carroll / Peculiar Ghost French photographer and
Some find the abandoned places creepy, while others consider them exciting and they are even eager to explore them. Since not everyone has the opportunity as well as the necessary skills to go on an adventure themselves and travel to these eerie destinations, other explorers make sure they capture their discoveries and share them with a wider audience on their social media. We all agree these places are not for everyone to visit, but we must admit that the photographs showcasing these unique locations are both scary and beautiful. Also, there is something very alluring in them…
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Our fascination with architecture runs deep. We pay attention to the structures around us because of the way it shapes our experiences and tells stories about the culture. To really understand our environment, we can explore cities by strolling down the main streets and learning about history by admiring famous landmarks. For some of us, however, the view from the bottom and from a safe distance is simply not enough.
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Delve into the captivating realm of abandoned places photography, commonly known as "urbex" or urban exploration photography. This specialized field aims to immortalize the haunting allure of dilapidated structures and neglected spaces. Focusing on the
Most of us find architecture fascinating. The built environment around us reflects the history and culture of a place that can shape our experiences and perceptions of an area. However, not all the buildings stand the test of time and many are left to decay. For some, they become unwanted ghosts of the past; for others, they are objects of mystery and awe.
We humans often build roads and bridges, canals and ports, even entire cities at the expense of the environment. But nature isn't planning on giving up. On the contrary, it is determined to persevere, showing just how fragile our creations are.
Creepy or quaint?
Can't wait until the world ends and EVERYTHING looks like this.
captured in the abandoned Seminário St. (2016)
Lose yourself amongst these serene views of isolation and decay.
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Most of us find architecture fascinating. The built environment around us reflects the history and culture of a place that can shape our experiences and perceptions of an area. However, not all the buildings stand the test of time and many are left to decay. For some, they become unwanted ghosts of the past; for others, they are objects of mystery and awe.
Roman Robroek, from the Netherlands, estimates that he has visited around 500 abandoned locations on his adventures - and each time he comes across a piano he has to make a record of it.
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Lose yourself amongst these serene views of isolation and decay.
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Also known as Annie Lytle Elementary School, Public School Number Four is an abandoned school located in Jacksonville, Florida.
German photographer Michael Schwan’s ongoing series ‘The Beauty of Decay’ chronicles his travels across Europe capturing abandoned buildings in stunning states of disintegration. This gallery collects some of this artist’s most spectacular shots of nature reclaiming these formerly majestic spaces.
There aren’t too many opportunities to feel like an adventurer in modern times. However, exploring abandoned places and finding unexpected treasures can give you that deep thrill. You might not bring anything physical back to show for your efforts, but the photos you take and the first-hand experiences make for even better souvenirs.
Sometimes an old derelict building or structure can be an eyesore, but give it a few years, decades or even centuries exposed to the elements and the power of Mother Nature and it can turn into something quite beautiful. More
