Ep 1. World's Strangest Ghost Towns

In season 5 episode 1 of Mysteries of the Abandoned, viewers will be taken on a journey to explore some of the world's strangest ghost towns. These abandoned towns hold secrets and stories that have been lost in time, and the show's hosts and experts take it upon themselves to uncover these mysteries.

The episode begins with the crew arriving at Bodie, California, which was once a bustling gold mining town in the late 1800s, but now lies abandoned. They explore the town's many abandoned buildings and learn about its history, including the infamous Bodie Curse, which continues to haunt the town to this day.

Next, the crew travels to the abandoned town of Centralia, Pennsylvania, which was once a thriving coal mining town until a coal seam fire broke out in 1962, causing the town to be evacuated. The crew explores the devastation caused by the fire, including sinkholes and dangerous underground gas emissions, and learns about the few residents who have refused to leave the town, even with the risks.

Moving on, the episode takes viewers to the abandoned island of Hashima, also known as "Battleship Island" due to its shape. Once a thriving coal mining town in Japan, it was abandoned when the coal ran out, leaving behind decrepit buildings and a haunting reminder of Japan's industrial past.

The episode then takes a spooky turn as the crew explores Humberstone, an abandoned mining town in Chile that has been abandoned since the early 1900s. The town's eerie abandoned streets and buildings have become a hotspot for ghost hunters and paranormal enthusiasts who believe the site is haunted by the spirits of the town's former residents.

The episode concludes with a visit to the abandoned town of Prypiat, Ukraine, which was once home to the workers of the Chernobyl nuclear power plant. The town was evaculated following the disaster in 1986 and has been abandoned ever since. The crew visits the town's eerie abandoned buildings, including a once-thriving amusement park that has now been left to rust and decay.

Throughout the episode, experts and historians provide insight into the history and significance of these towns, as well as the reasons behind their abandonment. With stunning footage and haunting visuals, Mysteries of the Abandoned season 5 episode 1 is a fascinating look into some of the world's most haunting and mysterious ghost towns.