26 Forgotten Villages Around the World Being Reclaimed by Nature

14. The Abandoned Beauty of Pyramiden, Norway

Pyramiden, a former Soviet mining settlement in the Arctic archipelago of Svalbard, was abandoned in 1998. The harsh climate and economic challenges led to its closure, leaving behind a ghost town in a frozen landscape. Today, Pyramiden's abandoned buildings stand as a testament to the human endeavor in extreme environments. The village's story highlights the challenges of Arctic living and the ability of nature to reclaim and transform abandoned spaces. The stark beauty of Pyramiden's landscape, with its snow-covered structures and vibrant wildlife, offers a unique glimpse into the resilience of nature in the face of human abandonment.