28 Ghost Towns That Have Transformed Into Tourist Hotspots

26. Fordlândia, Brazil: Henry Ford’s Jungle Utopia Revisited

In the 1920s, Henry Ford attempted to build an American-style town in the heart of the Amazon to supply rubber for his empire. It failed spectacularly—plagued by disease, rebellion, and cultural misunderstanding. Fordlândia was abandoned, but the bones of the town remain: New England-style homes in a jungle, a decaying power plant, and a clock tower that never ticks. Today, the site draws historians, eco-tourists, and offbeat adventurers fascinated by its blend of industrial ambition and tropical ruin. Guided tours and growing local interest have begun to reframe the area as both cautionary tale and captivating destination.