craters

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    Visit a Cold War Crater in Mars Bluff

    Visitor update β€” October 29, 2026: The crater is on private land. No public entrance has been verified. Do not follow the old directions below, go onto the property, or approach the private home. The roadside historical marker and the Florence County Museum are separate public places; check their current visitor information independently. On March…

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    The Door to Hell: an Everlasting Burning Crater

    Over 160 miles away from the capital of Turkmenistan, Ashgabat, lies an incredible and unique place. The Darvaza Crater, also known as the β€œDoor to Hell” or the Crater of Fire, is an underground cavern. It has been burning continuously for over 40 years and has become a surprisingly beautiful tourist attraction. A team of…