33 Ghost Towns That Have Become Stunning Tourist Attractions

18. Houtouwan, China – A Fishing Village Reclaimed by Nature

Once a thriving fishing village on Shengshan Island, Houtouwan was abandoned in the 1990s due to its remote location and dwindling resources. Over time, nature completely overtook the town, with vines and vegetation covering entire houses, creating a hauntingly beautiful "green ghost town." Now a popular eco-tourism destination, visitors hike through its overgrown paths, photographing the surreal spectacle of nature reclaiming human settlements. The stark contrast between man-made structures and nature’s resilience has made Houtouwan one of the world’s most photogenic abandoned towns.