- The Burj Al Babas is an abandoned ghost town in Türkiye filled with Disneyland-like castles.
- Construction of the luxury community began in 2014 and cost $200 million.
- When the Turkish economy collapsed, the project was halted. Today, 587 castles remain empty.
A town of castles called Burj Al Babas in northwest Turkey was originally designed to attract foreign vacationers.
After more than 500 buildings were constructed and $200 million was invested in the property, Turkey’s economy collapsed, as did that of Burj Al Babas, the New York Times reported.
Today, 587 villas stand empty, forming a ghost town, Yes Theory reported. Take a look inside.
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