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I love exploring and photographing abandoned buildings. However, villas - castles - mansions - houses are amongst my favorite types of locations to visit. In these photos, I've tried to capture the hidden architecture of some of the most beautiful abandoned homes in Europe.

Be mesmerized by uniquely designed staircases, details in a room where you would never expect it, or the most dreamy view outside of the window. These places are old, very old. They carry so much history with them, and I feel privileged to have been able to photograph them.

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Unique Detail In A Room In An Abandoned Castle

Unique Detail In A Room In An Abandoned Castle

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Stph
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's not abandoned, just inhabited... Castello de Sammezzano around Firenze in Italy. Sometimes used for event or filming (alien perfume ad from Mugler) Been there it's absolutely amazing!!!

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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Shot this with permission of the ‘owner’. Sure is abandoned right now. Long legal struggle.

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Ashley Say Wha?!?
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hey! Why are you taking pictures of my house!?! (Wishful thinking)

Paul McInerney
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4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mo is looking for our next house. she likes a little color.

Bored Fox
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I googled this place and it is a popular tourist attraction. That is why it is in so good condition compared to most abandoned buildings.

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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Afraid not, a long legal struggle is going on. The interior is in bad decay.

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Grazina Strolia
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is NOT abandoned. I have a hard time believing that. There's no dust, and *some* of the glass would have fallen out. Unless it's been abandoned for the last 15 minutes?

Grazina Strolia
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7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I take it back, looking at some of these other pictures!

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    Frescoes On The Walls Of This Abandoned Farm

    Frescoes On The Walls Of This Abandoned Farm

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    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There were two rooms in the building that had beautiful frescoes. This was the nicest one.

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    Full Name
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A farm? A money farm, maybe. No farm where I live would look like this, haha. This is gorgeous.

    Brigitta Swart
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is so sad that something so beautiful lands up un-loved and looked after. With you there Maggie, if only we had money to buy these and put the love back.

    Lizanne Whitlow
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Was I supposed to do that? Type "First!"? Is this in Italy? This is unbelievably awesome.

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    #3

    Piano On The Floor Of An Abandoned Palace

    Piano On The Floor Of An Abandoned Palace

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    #4

    Perfect Staircase In An Abandoned Castle

    Perfect Staircase In An Abandoned Castle

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    SBW71
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like it's in pretty good condition for an abandoned castle!

    Neal Evans
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love the urinals either side of the staircase

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    #5

    Horse Statue In An Abandoned Castle

    Horse Statue In An Abandoned Castle

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    Victor Manteca Hierro
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't think it is "abandoned", it looks like it's going through repairs and maintenance.

    judyB
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    that artwork is amazing

    Paul McInerney
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She said he reminds her of me...a few years back.

    #6

    Marble Staircase In An Abandoned Castle

    Marble Staircase In An Abandoned Castle

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    Ashley Say Wha?!?
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dang, can I live there since it's abandoned! This is like my dream home!

    Mylah Rose
    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks partly like the cattle from Beauty and the Beast and partly like the house in Casper

    Amanda Ford
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It also kinda looks like the New York Sanctum from Dr Strange.

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    #7

    Views Over The Tuscan Hills From This Abandoned Villa

    Views Over The Tuscan Hills From This Abandoned Villa

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    #8

    Balcony With A Perfect View In An Abandoned Villa

    Balcony With A Perfect View In An Abandoned Villa

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    Kath Leen
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    omg...why abandoned something this beautiful...

    Mercy L
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where is this beautiful house located?

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    #9

    Left Behind Books In An Abandoned House

    Left Behind Books In An Abandoned House

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    SMCpuppy
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I sort of want to grab a book from that shelf and read what it is

    Bored Fox
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Unfortunately usually if someone finds an abandoned place with the books and furniture the main problem is the mould. If any building has been abandoned long time and especially if the doors and windows are broken everything inside the building will soon start to rot. It is also worth remembering that many buildings are abandoned because of the mould - it would be much cheaper to move and leave everyhtning behind than trying to fix the mold problem and try to clean everything. Especially moldy books are very difficult to clean because the mould spores are so small. So if you find books or furniture from an abandoned building think twice before taking anything with you. Mould is very bad for your lungs.

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    Full Name
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Haha, I know book people who treat their books better than their children. I know of nobody who treats their DVD's with such reverence . ;-P

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    Elena Adams
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It looks like something terrible (other than time) happened here.

    recita brown
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Got to be some very worthy books in there can I have them, ship to 33 lay loop lake ms 39092

    #10

    Amazing Views From This Room In An Abandoned Villa

    Amazing Views From This Room In An Abandoned Villa

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    #11

    Ballroom In An Abandoned Castle

    Ballroom In An Abandoned Castle

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    Fasolka
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is that in Poland? A pity the author didn't provide the names of the cities, or at least countries :(

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    #12

    Antique Furniture In An Abandoned Castle

    Antique Furniture In An Abandoned Castle

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    Ashley Say Wha?!?
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm all packed and ready to move in. Just tell me when please!

    Full Name
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Judging by the decor, I'd say about 1850.

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    Carolyn Risling
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aubusson rug . . . . .exquisite . . . .

    Maria Serban
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where in Belgium is this castle exactly?

    Glen
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some of these places look beautiful, others look like they would be great locations for scary movies.

    Von
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Abandoned" isn't the right word when the two rugs on the floor are worth the same as a nice Mercedes.

    Von
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And so that SOMEBODY has the decency to help you out, despite your laughable accusations of being personally attacked due to having your English corrected, and especially considering English is not your "mother tongue", I'll give you two words better to have used rather than abandoned: 1) dilapidated 2) vacant or vacated. Which leads me to my next point buddy. Since, as per you, many of these vacated, and dilapidated properties have several valuable items held within them, I'd be willing to bet that you enter them by trespassing on someone's private property, in order for you to indulge yourself in this photog hobby of yours. Shame on you. Here's hoping that you aren't also a thief in addition to being a trespasser.

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    #13

    Lovely View Outside Of An Abandoned Villa

    Lovely View Outside Of An Abandoned Villa

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    De'leeze(fka moon)
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    6 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would lobe the view and the plants make it better.

    #14

    Staircase With Blue Color In An Abandoned Castle

    Staircase With Blue Color In An Abandoned Castle

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    #15

    Greenhouse Of An Abandoned Villa

    Greenhouse Of An Abandoned Villa

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    Grazina Strolia
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh, what marvelous Art Nouveau architecture! I hope it can be saved!!!

    Community Member
    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is actually for sale right now! Hope it'll be bought by someone that restores is in former glory.

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    Louiiiise
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Art Nouveau splendour. It must have been an amazing room in its full glory. Still is.

    recita brown
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband would love that greenhouse

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    #16

    Blue Room With A Pool Table In An Abandoned Castle

    Blue Room With A Pool Table In An Abandoned Castle

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    recita brown
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pool table looks to be small, just can't tell from a photo

    Suzanne Haigh
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wonder where they found so many abandoned castles???

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    #17

    Amazing Details In An Abandoned Castle

    Amazing Details In An Abandoned Castle

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    #18

    Stone Staircase In An Abandoned Castle

    Stone Staircase In An Abandoned Castle

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    Maggie Collins
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And also by hand, no electricity, no machines. These people were artists.

    SBW71
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just needs a good cleaning

    #19

    Bedroom With Antique Furniture In An Abandoned Castle

    Bedroom With Antique Furniture In An Abandoned Castle

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    Hans Borgards
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would sleep in this bed sorunded by so much history.

    Sonya Spencer
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m guessing it’s not a pillow top? Lol thanks for sharing Panda

    Barry Lohman
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There’s a creature of some kind under the bed!

    Glen
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Judging from the 2 inches of dust on the floor, I'd say there's a few creatures roaming around in there.

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    #20

    Circle On The Top Floor Of An Abandoned Palace

    Circle On The Top Floor Of An Abandoned Palace

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    Hans Borgards
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What really caused the abandonment of so many great places; that on top from well being families. Can nobody live here or there? Beside your pictures, do you have a story to tell? We will not see them anymore in the future. I wish I could afford to live in one of them.

    Brigitta Swart
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone got away through the window

    Sonya Spencer
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My guess is a lot of these people inherited most of these place and eventually ran out of money?

    #21

    Wooden Details In An Abandoned Villa

    Wooden Details In An Abandoned Villa

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    Maggie Collins
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even more amazing all this woodwork was done by hand in those days. And it stands the test of time.

    #22

    Beautiful Painting On The Ceiling Of This Abandoned Villa

    Beautiful Painting On The Ceiling Of This Abandoned Villa

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    Hans Borgards
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks as bomb shell went off here. To cause so much damage.

    #23

    Top Floor Of An Abandoned Castle

    Top Floor Of An Abandoned Castle

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    #24

    Beautiful Wooden Staircase In An Abandoned Castle

    Beautiful Wooden Staircase In An Abandoned Castle

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    #25

    Dark Room In An Abandoned Villa

    Dark Room In An Abandoned Villa

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    #26

    Beautiful Paintings On The Ceiling Of This Now Burned Villa

    Beautiful Paintings On The Ceiling Of This Now Burned Villa

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    Sunzilla
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    7 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh wow! For a second there I thought it was the Sistine Chapel.

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    #28

    Hallway Of An Abandoned Villa

    Hallway Of An Abandoned Villa

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    #29

    Weirdly Shaped Staircase In An Abandoned Palace

    Weirdly Shaped Staircase In An Abandoned Palace

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    #30

    Into The Light In An Abandoned Villa

    Into The Light In An Abandoned Villa

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    #31

    Abandoned Farm In Heavy Decay

    Abandoned Farm In Heavy Decay

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    Suzanne Haigh
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    4 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Must have had some very wealthy farmers wherever these are

    #32

    Lovely Details In This Abandoned Palace

    Lovely Details In This Abandoned Palace

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    #33

    Remains Of A Lovely Room In An Abandoned Castle

    Remains Of A Lovely Room In An Abandoned Castle

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    #34

    Plaster In An Abandoned Villa

    Plaster In An Abandoned Villa

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