There’s something about an abandoned building that can make you feel in awe while giving you the creeps at the same time. What was once a vibrant and lively environment has since been deserted, left to deteriorate, or even become a site for a ghost-hunting adventure.
There are apparently many of those sites all over the world, and here are some photos courtesy of the Freaktography subreddit. While most of these snapshots are of neglected homes and commercial buildings, with furnishings included, some are of local landmarks that once held significance.
We’ve compiled a list of those photos for you to enjoy. Be sure to upvote those that catch your eye!
Then, there’s projection, which, according to Dr. Glazer, is usually done without realizing it.
“Many people subconsciously project their own emotions onto abandoned areas, including grief, nostalgia, burnout, isolation, and/or fear of being forgotten, which creates a sense of familiarity or emotional connection to the space,” he explained.
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