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Abandoned housing in the small Croatian island of

Abandoned housing in the small Croatian island of Lopud, in a prime spot overlooking the beach #lopud #croatia #travel #urbex #urbexworld #urbanexploring #urbanexploration #decay #lostplaces #hiddengems #abandonedworld #abandoned #abandonedjunkies #abandonedplaces #derelictplaces #derelict #decay #graffiti

Not far from Dubrovnik, where hotel prices soar an

Not far from Dubrovnik, where hotel prices soar and vacancies are filled in the busy tourist season, the hotels in the bay of Kupari aren’t taking any bookings. Despite their prime location, stunning sea views and once-grand architecture, the complex of seven luxury hotels hasn’t seen anyone check in for over 30 years. They remain abandoned, their walls ridden with graffiti and bullet holes. Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #urbex #croatia #dubrovnik #kupari #abandonedworld #abandonedbuilding #abandonedjunkies #abandonedplaces #graffiti #decay #derelictplaces #derelict #urbexworld #urbexphotography #urbanexploring #urbanexplorer #historic #hiddengems #lostplaces #travel #darktourism #yugoslavia #hotel #hiddenplaces #creepy #haunted

This abandoned luxury resort first welcomed touris

This abandoned luxury resort first welcomed tourists in 1919, when the Grand Hotel was opened by a Czech entrepreneur who realised the area’s potential for tourism. Over the years six other hotels sprung up in the vicinity, offering exclusive, luxury breaks overlooking the Adriatic sea. By the 1960s the resort attracted the elite of the Yugoslav People’s Army, as well as the national officials of Yugoslavia, alongside Yugoslav leader Josip Tito. In 1992, during the Croatian War of Independence Kupari was deserted by guests and guarded by Croatian forces, resulting in the hotel complex being bombed by Yugoslavia and Serbia. The assault on the Kupari hotels lasted three weeks, before the Yugoslavians eventually overtook the resort, looting and burning the hotels. Bullet holes, scorch marks and damage from explosions can still be seen on the buildings today Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #urbex #croatia #dubrovnik #kupari #abandonedworld #abandonedbuilding #abandonedjunkies #abandonedplaces #graffiti #decay #derelictplaces #derelict #urbexworld #urbexphotography #urbanexploring #urbanexplorer #historic #hiddengems #lostplaces #travel #darktourism #yugoslavia #hotel #hiddenplaces #creepy #haunted

Riviera soap factory was founded in 1926 and is th

Riviera soap factory was founded in 1926 and is the oldest remaining industrial architecture in Kotor, and one of the tallest buildings in the town. Although on the outskirts, the ruined, towering remains of the chimney are visible from across Kotor. Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #urbex #urbanexploring #urbexphotography #urbanexplorer #urbandecay #decay #derelict #derelictplaces #hiddengems #hiddenplaces #abandoned #abandonedjunkies #abandonedbuilding #abandonedworld #abandonedplaces #lostplaces #graffiti #kotor #montenegro

Descending into a hidden world #urbex #undergrou

Descending into a hidden world #urbex #underground #hiddenplaces #urbanexploration #urbanexploring #underground #bunker #lostplaces #abandoned #abandonedworld #abandonedplaces #derelictplaces #decay #history #graffiti #creepy

In the valley to the east of Kotor Fortress, Monte

In the valley to the east of Kotor Fortress, Montenegro, hidden from view, lived the inhabitants of the oldest village in the Bay of Kotor – Špiljari. The village is over 1000 years old but only the foundations of the 20-odd houses survive along with the St Juraj Church. Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #urbex #montenegro #kotor #abandonedworld #abandoned #abandonedplaces #historic #hiddengems #hiddenplaces #church #derelictplaces #decay #graffiti #urbanexploration #urbanexploration #abandonedbuilding #europetravel #travel #creepy #haunted #derelict

This was a bunker of two halves- the first half, c

This was a bunker of two halves- the first half, closest to the surface, had been reconstructed in the 1970s to act as a civilian bunker. The deeper part was still in its original World War II form. Bullet cartridges and graffiti littered the floor and lined the walls, stuck in this time capsule since World War II, telling a fascinating story of this bunker’s past. Other interesting finds included what appeared to be a rusting ancient ruler. This part of the bunker was an eerie yet beautiful walk back in time, a truly precious preservation of history- untouched but for the decay of the passing of time. #urbex #belgrade #underground #bunker #abandonedworld #abandoned #graffiti #abandonedplaces #lostplaces #wwiihistory #worldwar2 #ww2 #history #yugoslavia #serbia #derelictplaces #derelict #decay #urbexphotography #urbexworld #urbanexploring #urbanexploration

We explored this abandoned Yugoslav Bunker, below

We explored this abandoned Yugoslav Bunker, below the streets of Belgrade, Serbia. Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #urbex #abandoned #abandonedplaces #bunker #underground #urbanexploration #hiddengems #travel #darktourism #graffiti #history

Climbing into the depths of a Yugoslav bunker #se

Climbing into the depths of a Yugoslav bunker #serbia #bunker #underground #lostplaces #urbex #urbanexploring #urbanexploration #hiddengems #hiddenplaces #abandoned #yugoslavia #abandonedworld #abandonedjunkies #abandonedplaces #belgrade #graffiti #history #historic #bando #urbandecay #decay #derelictplaces #derelict

After scurrying through some woodland, using branc

After scurrying through some woodland, using branches to steady ourselves across the uneven terrain, we sighted what we were looking for- concrete. Not a great distance from the noisy capital city, Belgrade, and even closer to the streets of the suburbs, we were just about to head deep underground. This bunker was built in the late 1940s or early 50s by Tito- the leader of Yugoslavia, in a strategic position with views over the flatlands towards Hungary. The bunker was built into a cliff face, and housed four Anti-aircraft guns, with beds for 24 soldiers. Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #urbex #belgrade #serbia #underground #bunker #tito #yugoslavia #abandonedworld #abandonedplaces #urbanexploring #bunker #hiddenplaces #lostplaces #hiddengems #militaryhistory #history #abandoned #derelictplaces #decay #derelict

Exploring an abandoned Hotel in a stunning locatio

Exploring an abandoned Hotel in a stunning location near Dubrovnik. The hotel has a fascinating history, and was used as a filming location for Game of Thrones. #urbex #gameofthrones #urbanexploring #dubrovnik #urbanexploring #urbexworld #history #graffiti #abandoned #abandonedbuilding #abandonedworld #hiddenplaces #travel #hiddengems

This imposing hotel is located about 2km outside o

This imposing hotel is located about 2km outside of the bustling tourist city of Dubrovnik. Proudly overlooking the sea, it once welcomed visitors who arrived in the port city by ship. Today the Belvedere Hotel is a relic showing the scars of The Homeland War in which Croatians defended their land from the Serbian controlled JNA (Yugoslav People's Army). It has now been reclaimed by cats- the feline occupants have some of the best views in Dubrovnik. #urbex #hotel #croatia #urbanexploration #urbandecay #hotel #dubrovnik #darktourism #hiddengems #hiddenplaces #graffiti #abandonedworld #abandoned #abandonedjunkies #abandonedbuilding #bando #sun #holiday #derelictplaces #derelict #decay

We drove along a road that looked as if it led to

We drove along a road that looked as if it led to nowhere in particular; windscreen wipers struggling to keep up with the torrential rain. Curious locals seemed to detect we were outsiders and glanced in our direction as we parked. Or perhaps this abandoned RAF base is the only reason people drive up this particular road and so they knew we were “Bloody Urban Explorers.” RAF Yatesbury dates back to WWI- In 1916 the Royal Flying Corps began pilot training on the site. In the interwar years it was used as a civilian pilot school, before being taken over by the air ministry in 1939 for the training of airborne wireless operators. Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #urbex #wiltshire #ww1 #history #raf #historic #military #militaryhistory #graffiti #lostplaces #abandonedworld #abandonedbuilding #urbanexploring #urbanexploration #abandoned #decay #derelictplaces #derelict

Our guide for the day- Urbex Cat led the way, show

Our guide for the day- Urbex Cat led the way, showing us around this abandoned hotel #urbex #cat #abandoned #abandonedworld #abandonedbuilding #urbanexploring #urbanexploration #explore #hiddenplaces #history #hiddengems #derelictplaces #derelict #decay

In the centre of Bristol, this well-preserved WWII

In the centre of Bristol, this well-preserved WWII air raid shelter is open for tours. The city was bombed heavily between Autumn 1940 and Spring 1941, a period known as the Bristol Blitz. Bristol had 528 air raid alerts during these months. On 24th November 1940 the heart of Bristol’s old town was destroyed and what is today Castle Park was engulfed in flames. The attack lasted 6 hours and during this time 148 bombers dropped 1,540 tonnes of high explosives on the city. The citizens of Bristol sheltered in the air raid shelter under St Nicholas during this air raid and emerged to find the heart of the city devastated. Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #bristol #history #wwiihistory #underground #hiddengems #hiddenplaces #urbex #abandoned

Brede Waterworks Nuclear Bunker was one of three b

Brede Waterworks Nuclear Bunker was one of three built by Southern Water to be used as an emergency control centre during a nuclear attack. The government wanted some facilities to be provided in the event of such an attack during the Cold War. The bunkers are located in Brede, Gillingham and Hampshire. The Brede bunker was built in the late 1980s, though it was never completed as work stopped on its construction in 1992, at the end of the Cold War. In the event of a nuclear attack around 20 key staff would shelter in the bunker in the hope that some operations could keep going and uncontaminated water could be supplied. Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #bunker #sussex #hastings #urbex #underground #hiddenplaces #lostplaces #abandonedbuilding #abandoned #coldwar #nuclear #hiddengems #urbanexploring #urbanexploration #abandonedworld #abandonedplaces

180 steps beneath the streets of South London lies

180 steps beneath the streets of South London lies this deep level shelter. The stairs are a double helix around the old lift shaft. Clapham South shelter has two levels and each one has two parallel tunnels. These tunnels are divided into 4 sections. Each section is named to help shelterers to find their bunk for the night, in Clapham South these were named after naval commanders. Triple bunks were fitted along the wall and the occupants had to bring everything down with them- including a mattress! Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #urbex #london #underground #urbexphotography #wwiihistory #ww2 #history #historic #clapham #abandonedworld #abandoned #lostplaces #hiddenlondon #hiddengems #urbanexploring #urbanexploration #urbanexplorer #derelictplaces #graffiti #decay #bunker

Raufarholshellir Lava Tube is the fourth largest i

Raufarholshellir Lava Tube is the fourth largest in Iceland- its 30m high and 10m wide chamber stretching for nearly 1.5kms. It was formed by flowing lava around 5200 years ago, during the Leitahraun eruption. The relatively slow flow of low-viscosity lava formed a hard upper crust, which thickened to form the roof whilst lava was still flowing beneath it. As the lava flowed out, the hollow of the tube was left behind. #iceland #explore #cave #underground #urbex #caving #reykjavik #geology #volcano #lava #tunnel #hiddengems #hiddenplaces

Opened in 1961, this Cold War Bunker was the headq

Opened in 1961, this Cold War Bunker was the headquarters of the Royal Observer Corps Number 20 Group. It was one of 31 control centres, which connected the vast network of ROC posts dotted across the country. Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #york #yorkshire #bunker #coldwar #underground #urbex #urbanexploring #abandoned #history #coldwarhistory #hiddengems #lostplaces

In April 1951, RAF Greenham Common was once again

In April 1951, RAF Greenham Common was once again for the second time in its history by the US Air Force. The 3 runways that had been built during WWII were demolished to make way for one 10,000 foot runway. Fears increased dramatically in 1975 with the Soviet deployment of the SS-20 missile. It had a longer range, greater accuracy, mobility and power. The fear now was that the Soviet Union could easily launch an attack on Western Europe. Europe’s response was to gather their own Ground Launched Cruise missiles. 96 were based on Greenham Common. Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #urbex #abandoned #urbanexploration #newbury #berkshire #ww2 #history #historic #coldwar #explore #uniqueplaces #hiddenplaces #hiddengems

In the suburbs of Southampton, encircled by lived-

In the suburbs of Southampton, encircled by lived-in housing, three blocks of ex-council flats lie empty and abandoned. The 428 flats were earmarked for demolition to make way for new homes in 2012, however some previous residents refusing to move out led to years of delays for the project. Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #urbex #abandonedworld #abandoned #lostplaces #hiddenplaces #hampshire #southampton #derelictplaces #derelictuk #derelict #decay #urbanexploration #urbanexploring #urbandecay #urbanexplorer #urbanexploration #flats #housing #demolition

The ground was thick with snow, the entire landsca

The ground was thick with snow, the entire landscape hews of white and grey, and the air minus 15°C, minus 20 with wind-chill. The loud roar of our quad bike competed with the waves crashing onto the black sand beach as we neared this remote plane wreckage.
Weather conditions were certainly no better for the American crew of the Super DC-3 plane back in November 1973, as they crash-landed not far from where the wreckage rests today.
The US Navy plane had left Hofn airport on the East of Iceland, delivered supplies to a radar station in Stokksnes, and was heading towards Keflavik air station in the West of the country. Carrying a crew of 7, the plane crashed onto the black sand of Sólheimasandur, reportedly due to severe weather causing freezing within the engines. Other sources suggest that the crash was due to pilot error during fuel tank switching. Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #urbex #iceland #urbexworld #urbanexploring #urbanexploration #graffiti #snow #plane #airplane #lostplaces #abandonedworld #abandoned #hiddenplaces #explore #aircraft #aeroplane #wreck

Built in 1880 by locals and the Church of England,

Built in 1880 by locals and the Church of England, this building was used not only as a church but also as a school. According to historians, the single-room church was split in two by a curtain, with younger age classes on one side of the room and more senior classes on the other. In 1959, the church was closed and without regular upkeep in the middle of the woods, the structure quickly fell into disrepair. To this day, the majority of the walls remain, but time has not been kind. #uebex #abandonedworld #abandonedbuilding #abandoned #urbexworld #urbanexploration #urbanexploring #urbanexploration #graffiti #church #hiddenplaces #lostplaces #decay #derelictplaces #derelict #explore

Located on a side street not far from the bustling

Located on a side street not far from the bustling market in Pristina, these two dilapidated buildings sit next to each other, bordering what is still a busy street.
Though their previous use is not entirely clear, it appears that the slightly grander-looking of the two was once a restaurant, and the concrete shell next to it was once a market hall of some kind.
No one batted an eyelid as we casually walked inside, clambering over overgrowth and litter. We headed into the market hall first, which only provided bare concrete, rubble and glass. The simple industrial building was lined with windows and had a loading bay at the far side. Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #urbex #abandonedbuilding #abandoned #kosovo #pristina #lostplaces #decay #derelictplaces #derelict #explore #urbanexploring #urbanexploration #hiddenplaces #europe #europetravel #darktourism #graffiti

We couldn't have timed our Icelandic exploration b

We couldn't have timed our Icelandic exploration better- this is a distant view of the volcanic eruption from Reykjavik! #reykjavik #volcano #iceland #explore #darktourism #eruption #unique #uniqueplaces #lava #geography #explore #exploremore

At the start of World War II, Burnham Estuary was

At the start of World War II, Burnham Estuary was a relatively quiet, undefended deep river channel. However, as Nazi forces quickly occupied France, the British Navy and Army suddenly realised a deep and undefended river channel would be the perfect point to land an invasion force, almost directly outside of London. Measures were needed to defend the area… and fast. In 1940, pillboxes sprung up in the area, several directly on the Estuary sea wall, and also dotted a little further inland. The estuary was also laid with mines and cables (or booms) to damage any enemy ships that sailing through the area. However, it still wasn’t enough. In 1941, the estuary minefield was expanded significantly and a control tower was constructed for the- its slightly higher vantage point gave an extremely clear view across the entire estuary. This control tower was unique and remains so to this day, with a hexagonal design, it has a 360 degree view of the area surrounding it. Occupants of the tower could open fire out of 17 gun slots and its clear view across the estuary ensured no vessel could enter or leave the area without this tower being aware of it. Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #urbex #essex #abandonedplaces #worldwar2 #ww2 #history #historic #urbexphotography #photooftheday #urbanexploration #derelict #decay #abandoned #urbanexplorer #urbanexploring

Greenham Decontamination Suite sits on Greenham Co

Greenham Decontamination Suite sits on Greenham Common in the North Wessex Downs. The large common land has played an important role in Cold War history. Greenham Common was an active US Army Air Force airfield from WWII onwards. The most famous period was between 1982- 1991 when it was home to the US Air Force 501st Tactical Missile Wing. This triggered mass protest and huge media publicity. Greenham Common will forever be famous for the women’s peace protests. The Decontamination Suite in building 274 was attached to the command centre for the 501st Tactical Missile Wing. Its purpose was to cleanse military personnel of nerve agents in the event of a chemical attack. Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #nuclear #coldwar #uniqueplaces #ww2 #history #historic #urbex #abandonedbuilding #underground #newbury #greenham #graffiti #berkshire #urbanexploring #urbanexploration #darktourism #explore #hiddenplaces

Exploring an abandoned underground Victorian Funic

Exploring an abandoned underground Victorian Funicular railway. #urbex #hiddenplaces #urbanexploring #urbanexploring #abandonedworld #abandoned #abandonedbuilding #underground #historic #graffiti #lostplaces #history #hiddenplaces #railway #funicular

This abandoned underground funicular railway opene

This abandoned underground funicular railway opened in 1893. It was built inside the rock face, with a total length of 137m.
Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #urbex #graffiti #underground #explore #exploremore #abandoned #abandonedjunkies #urbanexploring #urbanexploration #history #funicular #hiddenplaces #abandonedplaces #derelictplaces #decay

A church on this site was first planned in 1973, h

A church on this site was first planned in 1973, however when Serbia took direct control of Kosovo (which had been an autonomous Yugoslavian state) the land was given to the Serbian Orthodox Church. A new plan was drawn up on the disputed land, with 1389 golden crosses- a reference to the Battle of Kosovo, which Serbians claim is an important event in their history, tradition, and national identity. Alongside other forms of enforced serbisation (the spread of Serbian culture, people and language), the foundations for this Serbian nationalist symbol were laid at the very same time as Albanian students and professors were being expelled from the university buildings, in 1992. The controversial external structure was completed in 1998. Read more on Discover re (link in bio) #urbex #abandoned #urbanexploring #kosovo #pristina #church #lostplaces #hiddenplaces #darktourism #abandonedbuilding #derelict #decay #creepy #architecture

Located just outside of Tangier’s Kasbah is a ne

Located just outside of Tangier’s Kasbah is a necropolis of 98 tombs overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar. Over 50 tombs were once carved into the stone in Tangier and around 20 are still visible today. Most of the remains from this period of Taniger’s history have been lost, looted or destroyed except these tombs by the sea. Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #tangier #morocco #tomb #darktourism #lostplaces #explore #urbex #abandoned #gibraltar #hiddenplaces #historic #history #abandonedjunkies #abandonedplaces #urbanexploration

In 1937, it is thought that a member of the Durdan

In 1937, it is thought that a member of the Durdans family, theorised (and most likely to be) the eccentric Lady Sybil Grant, started the some form of underground constrcution on the site. The purpose of this underground bunker has remained elusive and lost to history as the project was private rather than public.
Epsom council requisitioned the land in 1941. Records show that the price of building the bunker (£26,658, ~£1,3 million in today’s money) to the specification it stands today was very low, supporting the rumours that there was already some kind of underground construction on the site. Taking only one year to erect, the shelter could accommodate 1500 people, though it wasn’t completed in time to offer protection from the Blitz. Read more on Discover.re (link in bio) #urbex #underground #abandoned #urbanexploring #urbanexploration #lostplaces #surrey #london #epsom #hiddenplaces #graffiti #creepy #abandonedplaces #darktourism #thebackrooms #ww2 #wwiihistory #worldwar2 #historic #hiddenlondon #history

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