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The world is filled with incredible spots, stunning landscapes, diverse cultures, and remarkable architecture. However, there are also some dangerous places that deal with issues like diseases, corruption, or natural disasters. While every place has its ups and downs, some lean more toward the downsides. Here’s a list of the top 10 places you might want to steer clear of for your next vacation!
Baghdad, the capital of Iraq, deals with theft, kidnappings, looting, and even sexual abuse on the daily, due to war and dictatorship. Plus, terrorist attacks have pushed it into poverty and decay, making bouncing back seem like a tough road ahead.
The city of Caracas stands out as one of Latin America’s most dangerous cities, right up there with Bogotá. The crime rate is downright scary, and tourists, especially those flaunting valuables, are prime targets. And don’t be surprised if you hear about kidnappings happening too.
Oklahoma City is a risky spot to visit due to its weather conditions. It’s known as “Tornado Alley” because of the frequent tornadoes that hit the area from March to August. These tornadoes can be extremely violent, causing destruction to homes, uprooting trees, and resulting in casualties. The most devastating tornado, in 1999, claimed 40 lives and caused damages totaling a billion dollars.
The Danakil Desert spans northeastern Ethiopia, southern Eritrea, and northwestern Djibouti in East Africa. It’s famous for its volcanoes, geysers, and extreme temperatures, often exceeding 50°C (122°F). This makes it one of the harshest and most dangerous places on Earth.
Chernobyl ranks as the most polluted place in the world. The city stands out with its lasting impact after the catastrophic incident at the nuclear power plant in 1986. Being heavily contaminated by radiation, Chernobyl was swiftly abandoned after the explosion. So much so that even today, over 20 years later, you can still see set tables and everyday objects left behind in the houses.
Monrovia, the capital of Liberia, is undeniably one of the world’s most dangerous places to visit. The city hosts one of Africa’s worst slums, West Point. Despite harsh living conditions, around 75,000 people crowd this area, facing epidemics, crime, drug abuse, and a lack of sanitation. Moreover, floods and pollution are worsening living conditions.
Ciudad Juárez, Mexico, faces kidnappings, shootings, and daytime beheadings due to drug wars. Many have fled their homes to escape, while drug traffickers wreak havoc on the city’s economy. The government has failed to punish serious crimes, including the murders of 4,000 women between 1993 and 2003.
The capital of Somalia, Mogadishu, is known as one of the world’s most dangerous cities. Since the government’s collapse in 1991, it has remained largely lawless, with no effective governance. Civil unrest, crime, and ongoing guerrilla warfare make this place even more perilous than any other city in Africa.
Once deemed safe, the Sahel region along the edge of the Sahara Desert has turned harsh and unwelcoming due to excessive human use of scarce water resources. This has led to widespread desertification, creating a constant threat of drought and famine. Between 1972 and 1984, over 100,000 lives were lost to drought.
Linfen, a city in China, sits in the so-called “coal belt,” a major industrial area where millions of tons of coal are extracted. The smog from exhaust fumes and fine dust blocks out the sun’s rays, worsening the health of its residents and plunging the city into darkness.
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