33 Ghost Towns That Have Become Stunning Tourist Attractions

19. Ross Island, India – A British Colony Lost to the Jungle

Once the administrative capital of the British Raj in the Andaman Islands, Ross Island was a thriving settlement with grand colonial mansions, a church, and a bustling port. However, after a devastating earthquake in 1941 and the Japanese invasion during World War II, the town was abandoned. Today, Ross Island is an eerie paradise where banyan trees and tropical vegetation have completely consumed the once-opulent buildings. Wild deer and peacocks roam freely, adding to the island’s mystical charm. Visitors can explore its decaying British-era ruins, now beautifully entwined with nature, offering a glimpse into India’s colonial past.