Ep 3. Escobar's Castle

Mysteries of the Abandoned is a television series that explores fascinating structures and buildings that have been abandoned for decades or even centuries with an aim to uncover what really happened there and what their purposes may have been.

In season 5 episode 3, titled Escobar's Castle, the show takes viewers on a journey to the beautiful countryside of Colombia where they will explore an abandoned castle that once belonged to one of the most notorious drug lords in history, Pablo Escobar. The tale of the property and its construction dates back to the early 80s when Escobar was at the height of his power as the leader of the Medellin Cartel.

The stunning castle was built with the purpose of becoming a safe haven for Escobar and it was more than just a residence, it was a fortress. The structure featured brick walls up to 18 inches thick, a moat filled with crocodiles, and underground tunnels leading to an airstrip that allowed Escobar to escape quickly if needed.

In the present day, the castle remains abandoned and is in a state of decay. However, the mystery surrounding its construction and the unique features that were built in to make it Escobar's "castle" offers a wealth of information to curious viewers. With the help of experts, the show plans to explore the history of the structure and its mysterious construction, and the reasons why it was abandoned so soon after its creation.

The episode sees the team visiting the castle to investigate the structure and uncover the secrets that lay within. The show highlights how the designers and architects must have been driven by fear and anxiety while creating the castle. They must have kept in mind that they were creating the fortress for one of the most heavily guarded and sought-after drug lords in the world, therefore, it must have been necessary to include the underground tunnels and the moat filled with crocodiles in order to ensure Escobar's safety.

The show also delves into the lavish lifestyle of the drug lord, who was known for living grand. As well as exploring the structure of the castle, the episode takes a look at the castle's interiors, which boasted luxuries such as hot tubs, a helipad, and even a zoo.

The team of experts also look at some of the challenges faced by the design and construction professionals who worked on the castle. They had to work in secret and must have also feared for their safety, as a single leak could result in their death.

As well as the castle itself, the episode also explores some of the history and background to the Medellin Cartel, including how it started and how it rose to power, and giving viewers a fascinating insight into the inner workings of a drug cartel.

Overall, Mysteries of the Abandoned S5 E3, Escobar's Castle is an exciting exploration of a unique building with a fascinating history. The episode draws attention to the incredible engineering and architectural skills used to construct a castle that exhibited high levels of security, luxury, and grandeur to keep its notorious owner safe from any sort of attack. Those interested in architecture and history will undoubtedly find this episode highly intriguing.