America's Ghost Towns That Time Left Behind and Forgot

America's ghost towns are testaments to the rise and fall of entire communities. Located in mining areas or on routes that were key at some point in history, these places show deserted streets, abandoned buildings and remains of homes and businesses.

Each ghost town has a unique history and arose during different times in the history of American settlements and were forgotten by modernity. The images capture places where time seems to have stopped.

Below, you’ll find images showing towns that did not adapt to technological changes and currently attract curious travelers seeking to understand the past. These ghost towns now stand frozen in time.