The Most Beautiful Abandoned Places In The World

Published on January 8, 2023
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Halcyon Hall

Halcyon Hall is part of the abandoned Bennett College, which was founded in the 1800s. These halls are said to be haunted and were built in 1893 by H.J. Davidson, a publisher from New York. It was meant to be part of a hotel but the college annexed the building when the hotel did not take off. Once the college went bankrupt, Halycon dell into disrepair.

Halcyon Hall

Halcyon Hall

Eastern State Penitentiary

Located in Philadelphia, Eastern State Penitentiary first opened in 1829 and housed about 400 prisoners up until 1877. Though it was officially shut down in 1971, it remains a popular destination for tourists. Famous criminals kept here include Al Capone and Willie Sutton.

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Eastern State Penitentiary

Eastern State Penitentiary