Visiting the scariest places on earth might not sound like a great use of your PTO at first, but hear us out: Many things that are terrifying at first glance often lead to some of the most fascinating, downright beautiful corners of the planet. We’re talking limestone caves as tall as cathedrals, eternally burning pits in the middle of the desert, and marine lakes filled with millions of golden jellyfish.
And if you’re looking for straight-up creepiness, don’t worry—there are places just for you, too. (Hello, churches made entirely out of human bones.)
Our planet certainly has its fair share of terrifying and mysterious places just waiting for the next morbidly inclined traveler to come visit. From Italy to Antarctica, these are some of the scariest places on earth. Have you started packing your bags yet?
This article has been updated since its original publish date.
