An Introduction to Urban Exploration (URBEX)

What is urban exploring and other FAQs

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What is Urban Exploration?

Urban exploration is the act of accessing locations that are typically restricted to the general public. It’s also known as UE or urbex in some circles, but is often mistaken as simply the discovery of urban decay or abandoned properties. However, the broader definition also includes the exploration of rooftops, drains, sewers, construction sites, or any other location that may have restricted access.

What is the Appeal of Urban Exploration?

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There are many reasons people enjoy urban exploring — below are just a few:

1. There is something incredibly exhilarating about exploring abandoned buildings, and at the same time very sobering. Seeing nature reclaim land from human civilization is a very powerful experience.
2. For many people, urban exploration is as much about personal exploration of their thoughts as well as the abandoned structures themselves. The silence of the abandoned places gives people the time to reflect