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With
today’s travel technology, it’s hard to imagine a place you’re not
allowed to visit. Yet, there are still places that cannot be (legally)
visited as they are cut off for various reasons. Places such as secret
military bases, forbidden islands, fragile natural landmarks, and even
sites closed due to paranormal activities are off limits to regular
people. Take a virtual tour with us on these some Forbidden Places
You’re Not Allowed To Visit.
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North Sentinel Island, India
The North Sentinel Island is one of the Andaman Islands that politically
belong to India. The island is known for picturesque pristine beaches
and stunning nature. However, the native tribes are extremely hostile
and violent toward any outsiders. They reject any contact with other
people and have been even known to kill several intruders. No wonder the
access to the island is strictly forbidden. |
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Lascaux Caves, France
Located in Southwestern France, the Lascaux Caves contain 900 of the
best preserved examples of prehistoric art. The caves have been banned
to the public since 1963 as they have been menaced by a series of
unexplained fungal invasions. Any human presence in the caves is
regarded as potentially destructive. Normally, the caves are entered
only once a week by a security guard for a few minutes at a time. |
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Surtsey, Iceland
A small volcanic island located in the Vestmannaeyjar Archipelago off
the southern coast of Iceland, Surtsey is one of the youngest islands in
the world – it was formed in a volcanic eruption that lasted from 1963
to 1967. The island cannot be accessed by anyone except for a small
group of scientists. This serves to allow for natural ecological
succession to take place without outside interference. |
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Room 39, North Korea
Room 39 is a secret organization associated with the dynasty of the
North Korean dictators, the Kim family. The department is believed to
finance the family and top party officials with business ventures — some
legitimate and some not — that include counterfeiting and
drug-smuggling. The actual Room 39 is thought to be located inside a
ruling Workers’ Party building in the capital city of Pyongyang. |
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Woomera Test Range, Australia
Also known as the Woomera Prohibited Area, the Woomera Test Range is the
largest land testing range in the world. Covering over 122,000 sq km
(over 46,000 sq mi), it is located in South Australia, about 450 km (280
mi) north west of Adelaide. Declared a prohibited area in 1947, the test
range is closed to the public. However, the site also features a museum
and several other attractions that can be visited by tourists.
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Metro 2, Russia
Also known by the codename D-6, Metro 2 is a secret underground system
that was built parallel to the official underground system in Moscow,
Russia. Built during the reign of Stalin, Metro 2 allegedly connects
several important governmental and administrative institutions,
including the Kremlin, the General Staff Academy, Zheltovsky’s house and
Vnukovo-2 Airport.
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Coca-Cola Vault, Georgia, US
The legendary secret formula for Coca Cola, one of the world’s most
highly regarded trade secrets, is kept in the Coca-Cola Vault in the
World of Coca-Cola Museum in Atlanta, Georgia. A very closely guarded
and best-kept secret, the formula for Coca Cola represents over 125
years of history, special moments, memories, and the timeless appeal
associated with the iconic beverage.
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Snake Island, Brazil
Officially known as Ilha de Queimada Grande, the Island of Snakes is
located off the coast of Sao Paulo, Brazil. Notorious for an extremely
high occurrence of snakes, the island is the only place on Earth where
the feared Golden Lancehead Viper lives. The snake’s venom is so
powerful that it actually melts human flesh. It comes as no surprise
that the Brazilian government decided to ban visitors from here.
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