David McMillanChernobyl. It has been more than three decades, yet the name of this once-obscure Soviet Ukraine city is now synonymous with nuclear disaster. In recent years, it has also become a must-visit outside of Kiev for fans of disaster tourism—its abandoned homes, classrooms, and fields a source of eye-catching photography. Left to rot, it has also become a symbol of mother nature slowly reclaiming the ruins of 20th century progress. Its iconic status makes it a no-brainer, therefor, that this week’s selection for at The Daily Beast. …read more
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