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Balestrino Ghost Village

Balestrino, Italy

Abandoned medieval hill town. 

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The Main Street Of The Abandoned Village when you could walk freely... 1999... Enrico Pelos Photography Writing (Atlas Obscura User)
The sky above Balestrino abandoned place from one of the old windows and wall... Enrico Pelos Photography Writing (Atlas Obscura User)
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Little is known about the details of the building or the abandoning of this picturesque Italian hill town, but today is stands empty and slowly decaying. Unfortunately, you can’t get in anymore. It has been completely fenced off. Which just makes it more intrigueing.

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There are nice views of the old castle and the ruined village from the terrace of the nearby cafe. If you are more active, enjoy the nice (ca 2 hr) walk through the valley, up from Toirano.

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