We believe that, with the phenomenon of globalization, human beings can travel anywhere in the world without any kind of restriction. Although there are several places that are restricted from entry, either because they hold historical secrets or treasures or because of their extreme danger.
The X @tusmedios social media account has compiled several of these sites and three of them are located in Europe. These destinations cannot receive tourist visits despite the intrigue or the risk of experiencing an extreme adventure.
Snake Island in Brazil
Popularly known as Snake Island due to the large number of venomous snakes, highlighting the golden viper. Many of them have such potent venom that can cause death within hours. This place is located off the coast of São Paulo and is so dangerous that it is off-limits to the general public. Only authorized scientists and Brazilian government personnel can enter.
Svalbard Global Seed Vault in Norway
Known as the Doomsday Vault and located in the Svalbard archipelago, in the Arctic. It houses a secure deposit with millions of seeds from around the world with the goal of preserving the genetic diversity of food plants in case of a global catastrophe. The mountain where the reserve is located is earthquake-proof and has high-tech security doors, with access restricted only to scientists and technicians.
Qin Shi Huang’s Tomb in China
This is where the first emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang, is buried. The tomb is in the province of Shaanxi, famous for its terracotta army. The tomb has not yet been excavated. Entry is prohibited for cultural reasons and due to fears of potentially destroying artifacts and exposure to high levels of mercury.
Poveglia Island in Italy
A small island in the Venice lagoon that was used as a quarantine site during the plague and later became a mental asylum. Today it is an abandoned and prohibited place. It is surrounded by legends of ghosts and paranormal phenomena. The Italian Government has restricted access due to the island’s dilapidated condition and health risks.
Room 39 in North Korea
In Pyongyang is this mysterious office believed to be involved in clandestine economic activities to obtain foreign currency, as well as drug smuggling and counterfeiting. Due to its high level of security, access is limited only to senior officials of the North Korean regime.
The Coca-Cola Vault in Atlanta (Georgia)
In Atlanta is the World of Coca-Cola museum which houses a vault supposedly containing the secret formula of the famous beverage. Access to this place is highly restricted and only a few company executives are allowed access.
Lascaux Caves in France
Discovered in 1940 in southwestern France. Known for its cave paintings dating back 17,000 years. The original caves were closed to the public in 1963 due to damage caused by light and bacteria. Now only some scientists can enter to study the paintings.
North Sentinel Island in India
North Sentinel Island is located in the Andaman archipelago, in the Indian Ocean, home to one of the most isolated tribes in the world, the Sentinelese. The Indian government has prohibited entry to protect the residents of Sentinel Island from external diseases. The tribe itself rejects contact with the outside world and is very hostile to visitors.
