People seldom appreciate the charm and beauty of an empty space. Places that were left to the gods or old buildings given up to the changes of the climate assume a splendor all of their own, drawing on the organic aesthetics of vines and weathered storms. The ruins of this fort are said to be haunted and consequently have attained an air of abandonment. Few people venture close to the fort itself, especially at night time, but it is a wonder to look at, plus it's a good test of your guts and courage! This ghost town on Pamban Islandis famous for it's Ramayana connection. Two devastating cyclones reduced the town to what it is today - a shadow. And yet, it is one place that will haunt your memories. It has religious significance as the Ram Setu, which connectedIndia and Sri Lanka earlier. An earthquake in 1941forced British colonialists to shift their Andamanheadquarters, leaving the island to it's own devices. It now functions as a pleasant tourist attraction for it's ancient and mysterious insides, comprising of mossed over settlements and amazonian attractions. These ruins can boast of a world heritage site tag. It has an ancient background chalk full of interesting rulers and stories. It was the capital of the historicVijayanagara empire and also the second most populous city in the world in 1500. Fatehpur Sikriwas abandoned in 1585 due to lack of water and has been a tourist attraction since. No surprise considering it was Emperor Akbar's capital for a while and boasts of pristine architecture. This castle in Kargil is like Dracula's lair in real life. Located at the top of an isolated mountain, it just out, looming eerily overhead and casting a shadow of abandon along the lower areas.Kuldhara is a famous ghost town who's bizarre history still hasn't been solved. The people of the town mysteriously disappeared collectively around 300 years ago and were never seen since. It now stands as a strange testament to the weirdness of our towns.This long lasting church built by Frenchmissionaries in the 1800s stands testament to the otherworldly beauty of abandoned places of worship. It withstands the flow and ebb of theHemavathi river which routinely submerges it to no avail because it still stands strong. Gandikotain Andhra Pradesh runs as a huge course of cliffs and river. If you are a fan of empty spaces and wide open areas, this is your paradise. Our very own Grand Canyon right in India, and it's so khaali!This forested area in Delhi has a long history of creepy stories and is famous for it's empty surroundings. Lose yourself in the bewildering charm of a green wonderland and thrill in the excitement of the scare
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