Entrance to the Chernobyl Exclusion zone.Names of the villages evacuated forever.Abandoned homes in Chernobyl citySculpturePlaque in front of Chernobyl kindergartenOld abandoned homes in chernobyl cityCreepy scenes inside the chernobyl kindergartenRemote control vehicles brought in to clean up the most radioactive material from the roof of the Reactor. The vehicles eventually failed as the electrical systems succumbed to the extreme radiation. Soldiers were eventually brought in to finish the job on 10 minute shifts only. Most of them have since died or suffer from terminal illnesses.Monument to the 28 firefighters who first responded to the explosion. They all died within 2 weeks due to the extreme radiation and the absence of any protective gear.First view of Reactor #3 & #4Monument in front of Reactor #3Boris & I in front of Reactor #3. The sarcophagus is clearly seen – the steel structure built to contain the radiation.Workers atop the massive shell which – when complete – will be slid in place completely enclosing the plant.Old fence in the trees. Beauty amid the tragedy.Moss is taking over the old bridge leading to Prypat city.Old Prypat city – abandoned for 30 years.Our guide showing the glory of the old city of Prypat – built as a way to showcase the prosperity and quality of life believed available under communism. Abandoned to the forest for 30 years now.Old tattered book inside the rec center.The movie theater.The gymnasiumThe poolRubble inside Prypat city.Amusement park rides.Bumper carsThe basketball court
Radiation scan at the last checkpoint. Pretty sure this is mostly for show…
