An Unfulfilled Dream: The Abandoned Airplane Restaurant of Villamarzana
A Unique Vision An hour’s drive southwest of Venice lies the community of Villamarzana, home to about 1,200 residents. In…
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Abandoned Village of Rovaiolo Vecchio: A Snapshot of History
Historical Background Rovaiolo Vecchio, an ancient village nestled in the mountains of Pavia province, lies halfway between Milan and the…
Exploring the Abandoned Village of Rocchettine
Historical Significance Situated along the narrow gorge of the Laia River, the settlements of Rocchette and Rocchettine historically served as…
Abandoned NATO Troposcatter Station IDGZ
Perched atop Dosso dei Galli in the Brescia Alps, the NATO Troposcatter Station IDGZ was a key telecommunications hub from…
Borgo Amerigo Fazio: Mussolini’s Abandoned Vision in Sicily
Borgo Amerigo Fazio is an abandoned village located in western Sicily, one of several rural villages (borghi rurali) constructed under…
Taino Gunpowder Mill: A Legacy of Industry and Tragedy
The Taino Gunpowder Mill was founded in 1914 by the French company Davey Bickford Smith. This gunpowder mill played a…
The Filanda of Forno: A Historic Textile Factory in Tuscany
The Filanda of Forno is a notable textile factory situated in the village of Forno, within the Province of Massa-Carrara…
The Church of San Felice: A Historical Gem in Florence
The Chiesa di San Felice (Church of St. Felix) is a Roman Catholic church located on the south bank of…
France’s Ghost Village Reclaimed By Artists – Pirou-Plage Resort
Pirou-Plage, an abandoned beach resort in Normandy, has found new life thanks to artists. Originally left unfinished due to a…
Abandoned French Castle, Forgotten After Being Destroyed By Fire
In 2017, a crowdfunding campaign saved a historic castle from falling apart. The Château de la Mothe-Chandeniers, located in France’s…
Castillo de Colomares: A Monument to Christopher Columbus
The Castillo de Colomares, located near Benalmádena in Spain, is a monument dedicated to the life and adventures of Christopher…
Malbork Castle: A Historical and Architectural Marvel
Malbork Castle, originally known as Marienburg, is a magnificent fortress located on the southeastern bank of the Nogat River in…