
The Fiery Crater That Refuses to Die: Darvaza’s Gateway to Hell Still Burning After 50 Years
In the heart of Turkmenistan’s vast Karakum Desert lies a fiery pit that has burned relentlessly for over five decades, captivating scientists, travelers, and the curious alike. Known as the Darvaza Crater, or more ominously, the “Gateway to Hell,” this blazing chasm is not a product of ancient mythology or folklore, but rather a stunning…