44 Secret Filming Locations Hollywood Doesn't Want You To Find

26. Derweze “Door to Hell,” Turkmenistan – The Eternal Flame Pit

Darvaza gas crater, Jähennem derwezesi, Door to Hell, Gates of Hell, Derweze, Turkmenistan, a gas crater burning since 1971, glowing in the night. Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons @Benjamin Goetzinger

In the middle of the Karakum Desert, a fiery crater has been burning since 1971. This 230-foot-wide gas pit glows eerily at night, earning the nickname “Door to Hell.” Despite its haunting appeal, it's virtually untouched by cinema. Imagine a sci-fi thriller, psychological horror, or post-apocalyptic film using it as a physical metaphor or cursed landmark. The fire-lit desert offers a natural light show with surreal intensity—perfect for bold directors willing to venture into the literal inferno.

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