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Pluto’s Gate, Turkey

If you didn't know by now, it's probably about time somebody told you - Turkey is home to some of the most beautiful, interesting, and extravagant landmarks known to man. Pluto's Gate just happens to be one of them. Unfortunately for all of us, Pluto's Gate is strictly off-limits to visitors. This isn't new, though. People have been keeping their distance from this landmark since ancient times - and for a very good (and frightening) reason.

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According to legend, nothing could possibly survive in this area. Modern scientists set out to test this possible myth and found that high levels of CO2 formed life-ending lakes that would kill any visitor.