But, there are quite a few places in the world where that’s simply not possible.
Around the globe, there are destinations that are simply off-limits.
Some are closed to everybody and others open their doors to just a qualified few.
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The reasons for these closures vary.
Whatever the reason, these destinations are tantalizing precisely because they are so forbidden.
Here are 10 forbidden locations that you’ll have to resign yourself to discovering through pictures and words.
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Here are 10 incredible locations where visitors are strictly forbidden.
As its name suggests, it’s a heart-shaped formation of coral nestled within Hardy Reef.
As it’s a protected area, no one is allowed to snorkel or dive near Heart Reef.
Lascaux Cave (Photo: njaj/Depositphotos)
His enormous mausoleum took over 38 years to construct and is home to the world-famousTerracotta Warriors.
There are many reasons why this tomb will remain a mystery.
Filled with cave art painted 17,000 years ago, the caves were discovered in 1940 by a French teenager.
Golden lancehead viper (Photo:Nayeryouakimvia Wikipedia
They were open to the public, but just for a brief time.
Since that time, art historians have worked diligently to restore balance in the caves, which remain off-limits.
But, we aren’t just talking about the safety of potential visitors, as this island is inhabited.
Svalbard Seed Bank (Photo: PantherMediaSeller/Depositphotos)
They live there in voluntary isolation, and they are willing to enforce this isolation by any means necessary.
This is why, to keep everyone safe, the Indian Navy patrols the area.
As its name suggests, it’s completely overrun with venomous snakes.
Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion (Photo: oscarespinosa/Depositphotos)
Endemic to the island, their venom becomes more poisonous as they mature.
Due to their presence on the island, the Brazilian government strictly forbids visitors.
As of June 2021, it held over 1 million different crop samples from around the world.
The vault itself is closed to the public, though tours bring groups to visit the entrance.
If you are curious about the seeds it houses, the vault does have asearchable database.
