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Indonesia★ 6
Banda Aceh Tsunami Sites
Sites affected by the 2004 tsunami include the Tsunami Education Museum, the PLTD Apung ship perched on a house as a disaster relic, and mass grave memorials. This destination offers powerful educational experiences about tsunami impacts and recovery efforts.
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Wales★ 6
Aberfan
Location of the 1966 coal tip disaster. Visitors can learn about mining hazards, community loss, and disaster response.
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Colombia★ 4
Nevado del Ruiz
Location of the Armero tragedy caused by a volcanic eruption, featuring memorials and education about volcanic hazards and community impact.
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Haiti★ 3
Haiti Earthquake Sites
Sites affected by the 2010 earthquake depict ongoing devastation and recovery challenges. These lend insight into disaster management and resilience amid poverty and crisis.
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Italy★ 9
Pompeii
Pompeii was buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD and is famous for its exceptionally preserved Roman architecture and plaster casts of victims. Key experiences include archaeological tours, the Villa of Mysteries, and nearby Herculaneum, providing a remarkable glimpse into ancient life and disaster.
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China★ 6
Tangshan Earthquake
Memorial sites honor victims of the 1976 earthquake, providing cultural insights on recovery and remembrance.
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USA★ 9
Volcano National Park
Home to active lava flows and destruction, this park offers visitors views of ongoing volcanic activity and its effects on the landscape. It's a vivid demonstration of geological forces shaping the earth.
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Italy★ 5
Vajont Dam
Site of the 1963 dam disaster, including memorials and historical narratives about the tragic landslide and flood impacts.
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Ukraine★ 8
Chernobyl Exclusion Zone
Site of the 1986 nuclear disaster, the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone features the ghost city of Pripyat and wildlife recovery areas. Visitors can tour Pripyat, view the reactor, use dosimeters for radiation readings, and see abandoned amusement sites. It provides a sobering insight into nuclear disaster effects and nature's resilience.
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