Humans have literally taken over the planet Earth. We've reached all the boundaries, overpowered the other species. We don't have wings but we fly, we don't have gills but we dive underwater. We know about species that lived before us came into existence we also know species that are on the verge of extinction.
Well, before you start taking pride in your superiority, we have this list, especially for you to know, how common man is restricted to different places for surprising reasons.
Google Data Centers are situated in different corners of the world, and the company works from 15 different sites. The only way we can see this secret high-security place is through the pictures that the company has shared. Google stores our personal information and company’s proprietary information locked behind doors that no one can reach. They've high security that we are assuming cannot be broken, as no one did till date.
The island of Niihau is situated in Hawaii and is a famous place because it is said that the residents live here rent-free. Don't get excited as no one is allowed to move to Niihau. In 1864, the island was purchased by the Robinson family from the Kingdom of Hawaii. No outsiders are allowed on the island since then, the native Hawaiians live there without any cars, roads, running water, stores or telephones, they receive deliveries by boat from the neighboring islands.
Ashgabat is the capital of Turkmenistan and not even the native people are allowed in the capital. As the city is said to be a showcase for the entire world. The place is open to tourist but one has to be very clear about the obligations. You aren't even allowed to sleep on the bus.
Regardless of the fact, whether Coca-Cola is liked by the majority of consumers or not, the secrecy maintained about the drink's ingredients since the late 1800s is quite impressive. The written copy is safe in a Vault in Atlanta U.S. While anyone can see the first vault, there's a second vault too that stores the original papers. So far, the tradition is maintained that only two employees have the access to those papers. In case, one dies, the second employee selects another successor from the company employees.
Snake Island, near the Brazilian coast, Atlantic Ocean. For obvious reason, the island got its name, with 430,000 snakes, on the 430,000 square meters of land, the place holds an average of 1 snake per square meter. Many of them are endangered species of snakes. Unless you are in Brazilian Navy, you'll never get a chance to visit Snake Island, although, we are quite sure that you wouldn't wish to go their either.
Area 51, U.S., became popular among Americans and later the whole world became curious about what goes on within these premises is a secret. If we tell you about the conspiracy theories that connects Area 51 with UFOs and Aliens. As per the CIA, the official name of Area 51 is Homey Airport and Groom Lake. The intelligence was bound to admit the existence of Area 51 in 2005 under a Freedom of Information Act request.
Kentucky Fried Chicken secures its secret recipe as 50% of the spice mix is produced in the Griffith laboratories. Then the mixture is delivered to McCormick company, where the recipe is completed and sent to KFC. The vault contains the secret recipe, signed by Harlan Sanders himself with the sample of herbs and spices, which are mixed.
Surtsey, Iceland is a volcanic island. In the 1960s, there was an eruption for 4 years, which decreased the size of the island from 2.7km square to less than half of that area. Scientists, who are the only people allowed on the island said that according to its current state of erosion, the remaining land will fall below the sea level by 2100.
Poveglia Island is situated between Venice and Lido is a place you would never like to explore. During the 18th century, the place was sealed with buried victims of the Black Death. More 100,000 people have died on the island over the last decades and hence for the reason, it is said to be a striking location for paranormal activities. The island once had a hospital and asylum as per the rumors, a doctor used to perform lobotomy experiments here.
This Canadian diamond mine plays an important role as an industrial complex, as more than 1000 people work here. The mine produces 7 million carats of diamond each year which means 1400 kg of diamond!
Cinderella’s apartment is located in the Cinderella’s Castle in Disneyworld, one of the exclusive places in the Disney universe. The suite which was built for the Disney Family is now renovated and used as hotel rooms. Sadly, the suite will never be available to be booked as it is offered by invite-only, which is only for super rich and famous personalities. The suite gives a fairytale experience, with its castle-gray stone walls, hardwood paneling, and a marble inlaid floor that has an elaborate design of the pumpkin coach Cinderella took to the ball.
Chernobyl is a city in Ukraine, that was evacuated in 1986 because of the most impactful nuclear power plant accident ever. The area, known as the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant Zone of Alienation, which covers about 30 kilometers stays closed till date. After 30 years of the devastating incident, the city has a population of a few 100 people with two shops and 1 hotel for tourists. It is only when the Ukrainian government's organized tour takes place, that anyone can visit this place. It is a huge risk in itself as the surroundings are considered to be the most polluted around the globe.
Established in 1694, the Bank of England is the central bank of the UK. Its safes are located underneath London. The security is 1000s time more than any other regular bank as the Bank of England holds gold reserves of 30 other countries and of the UK itself. It stores 3% of the complete gold that is ever mined so far and the worth is more than £156,000,000,000.
Zone Rouge or ‘Red Zone’ as it means in English, is 1200 square km French area. The place is restricted as it was destroyed completely during the World War I around 100 years ago. The number of bodies and explosives still contaminate the nearby environment and hence the French government took steps to forbid human activity in this place. Over the period of years, the prohibited area is now less than compared to before.
This Royal Air Force station is located in Harrogate in North Yorkshire, England, UK. Though the place is under the control of Her Majesty's government, the U.S. authorities are responsible for its administration. The place consists of the housing, community facilities, and high-technology installations. Only employees are given an entry, no one else. The place is rumored to be part of the ECHELON system which is capable of intercepting both private and commercial communications.
Buckingham Palace is known as the residence of the royal family. The place is open for tourists as well but so far there's only one person who managed to get through the security and entered the queen's bedroom. In 1982, Michael Fagan made his second attempt to see the queen and this time he got through the royal bedchamber and woke up the queen who immediately called the security.
This Shinto shrine complex is situated in Japan and there are two main shrines in Ise Grand Shrine. The annual fests are conducted here and the public can visit some parts of the place. However, there are many portions of this area where no one is allowed to enter, one can explore the forest areas here. It is assumed that the site is home to the Sacred Mirror, which is said to have been forged by a Shinto deity but mostly it is said that the mirror was lost in a fire in the 9th century.
Another famous yet mysterious place in the Disneyworld is the Disney club 33. Nowadays, everyone who visits Disneyworld is aware of it but again it's membership is either on the invite basis only or it is very expensive to afford on such membership. The membership fee is $10,000 per year with a $25,000 initiation fee. The original club is located in Disneyland, California, U.S. Other than this, there are two more clubs across the world.
Mezhgorye, a town in Russia is buried deep in the southern Ural Mountains. This place was founded in 1979 and is a nuclear missile base. Mezhgorye is one of the secret facilities in Russia. Apparently, the place has sensors that detect a nuclear attack and attacks right back.
No one is allowed in the president's plane. AF1 includes a small gym, a presidential suite, an electronic defense system, and a situation room. The windows are armored and the plane can withstand a nuclear blast! Even it takes over a year for the journalists to be entrusted to the Secret Service who gives them clearance to board.
The Ark of the Covenant is a biblical artifact, a golden chest with two stone tablets consisting of the Ten Commandments. So far, its location is a secret. Most probably it kept in the Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion, in Ethiopia, unfortunately, the entry to the church is forbidden.
North Sentinel Island, is situated in the Bay of Bengal, is one of the countable places which are far from the modern era. The natives of this island have never shown interest in the outside world. They maintain distance from the helicopters, once they've thrown arrows and rocks on the aircraft and have killed the two fishermen who mistakenly reached the shore. The government of India has forbidden this island.
In the 17th century, Pope Paul V chose to split the Vatican documents, forming the Vatican Secret Archives. These documents can only be accessed by qualified researchers. Vatican Archives holds approx 85 kilometers of shelving. The oldest document in those shelves is from the 8th century.
In 1940, it was discovered by a group of teenagers. The Grotte de Lascaux caves are situated in Southern France and are more than 17,500 years old. The caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site with more than 600 paintings on the walls and ceilings. The caves were visited by people even after World War II, however, with the increase of tourists, the place was soon closed from the fear of contamination by more than 1200 visitors per day. Scientists are trying to determine the number of visitors that can be allowed in future to visit the caves.
Bohemian Grove works in California, is included in the Bohemian Club. Members are politicians, celebrities, and musicians, and many more. The Grove receives a two-week retreat every year for members. Again, women aren't allowed in the club.
The Moscow Metro-2 is a place with questionable existence as it has never been commented. It is said to be a second underground system situated in Moscow, Russia and are said to be in use till date. Allegedly, the subway systems are to help a sudden evacuation of and to allow government leaders a more secure and rapid way of commuting.
The Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor is a UNESCO World Heritage Site which was constructed between 246 and 208 BC. The excavations are still incomplete and the place isn't open for visitors as the soil around the tomb consists high level of mercury which can be dangerous for the public.
The Heard and McDonald Islands are the member of a volcanic group located between Madagascar and Antarctica. No one lives on these islands as it is said to be one of the most remote places in the world. The island is home to seals, penguins and many migratory birds who use them for breeding.
Another vault that is full of secrets is Mormon Church's vault. It is situated outside the Salt Lake City, Utah. Granite Vault includes the archives of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints with detailed genealogy records. However, you can't get in the vault, the LDS Church's website has some records available.
We can't tell you where this tomb is located as that's the reason why it is forbidden. The king never wanted to be disturbed in his final resting place. Hence, he made arrangements to be buried without any markings. Marco Polo spent time in the court of Genghis’s grandson, Kublai Khan, and concluded that even people in the Royal Court had no clue about where the emperor was buried. It is rumored that the funeral party killed anyone who passed by the place. Although his palace was discovered in 2004, his tomb is still hidden.
The Church of Our Lady Mary of Zion, which is situated in Ethiopia is another church that is rumored to contain the Ark of the Covenant. The church was constructed in 4th century AD and has been rebuilt many times since then. Only men are allowed inside as Virgin Mary is the only female allowed in the church.
Fort Knox is situated in Kentucky, homes to the United States Bullion Depository. A fortified vault is inside it which stores the country’s gold reserves and treasures. The vault is surrounded by layers of fencing, razor wire, security cameras, armed guards, electrified fences and an entire army unit and at the end a 21 inches thick made from fire and drill- resistant materials. Though the whole place isn't closed for people, just don't think of asking about the vault.
Pine Gap is situated in Central Australia. The place is under two main authorities, Australia and the U.S. More than 200 antennas help in communicating with the satellites. It's part of the ECHELON surveillance network that can capture phone calls, emails and faxes, virtually from anywhere in the world.
Dulce Base is located underground near Dulce, New Mexico, US. Another place that is rumored to have connections with aliens. The government has never talked about its existence but it all started with a conspiracy theory started by Paul Bennewitz and since then this place has been famous in pop culture as well as the UFO community.
Room 39, a North Korean organization produces over $500 million a year. There's a super secret office which allegedly is part of illegal activities including money counterfeiting, substances production, and international insurance fraud. According to the rumors, the funding to Kim Jong-Un’s nuclear weapons program's major source is Room 39.
The Negev Nuclear Research Center is located in Israel. According to the government, it is used for atomic science research. However, if you believe in the rumors, then it is said to be the main source of production for Israeli nuclear weapons.
As the name suggests, only men are allowed in the White Gentlemen's club which is located in the St James’s Street’s building in London. The only woman that can be allowed in the club is Queen Elizabeth and that too on special occasions. The club adds a new member only on the condition that a current member invites the new one. Found in 1893, the annual fee is just £850 per year.
Mount Weather Emergency Operations Center is situated in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia. In case of national disaster, this place is to keep the highest level of the U.S. officials. This place is said to be fully secured but we hope there should never come a chance for anyone to commute here.
Svalbard Global Seed Vault is located in Norway. Started in 2008, this vault works as a backup and is filled with 5000 plant species. The purpose is to save humanity in case of global disaster. The seeds are kept in 3-ply foil packages and the building is covered with permafrost which will keep the seeds safe even when electricity fails. No one is allowed in other than the people who store and maintain the seeds.
Admax Prison is located in Florence County, Colorado is known as the Alcatraz of the Rockies, is a prison that has world's most known and troublesome in the United States. Here inmates are kept 23-hour lockdown in single-person cells.
The White House Situation Room in the basement of the White House’s West Wing is different from the emergency bunker. This conference room is where the NSA, HSA, and the president make important decisions about national security. The world got to see the White House Situation Room when Operation Neptune Spear, to take out Osama Bin Laden was completed.
The Raven Rock Mountain Complex, situated in Blue Ridge Summit, Pennsylvania, works as the underground Pentagon in case of a nuclear disaster. This location serves as a communications and command center, also for essential government personnel to endeavor shelter in an emergency.
Cheyenne Mountain Complex is a bunker under US government authority. This location can divert a 30 megaton nuclear explosion. It includes 25 tons of doors if even flies are not allowed in the place then forget about the public.
The Antwerp Diamond Center Vault is a center for the diamond import-export business. Diamonds are transferred from major diamond companies for various services. In 2003, thieves got through a few obstacles including a seismic sensor, Doppler radar, a magnetic field, and the vault’s private security force. They earned approx $20 million in diamonds.
The Woomera Test Range, or the Woomera Prohibited Area, is an Australian weapon testing facility. It is operated by RAAF, and here you can get a chance to get quite close to the forbidden area, and more than 65,000 visitors go to the area every year. The site used for testing long-range missiles and rocketry is completely off reach.
Korean Demilitarized Zone divides North and South Korea, this place is part of an agreement at the end of the Korean War. This place is strictly prohibited and in case anyone tries to get in the Demilitarized zone they've got an authority to shoot one on site!
In 2006, the existence of CIA black sites was confirmed. These were secret sites which are not secret anymore. These locations work as secret prisons. Allegedly, CIA uses enhanced interrogation tactics or torture on the prisoners here. So far, the public has not been informed about the exact location of these sites.
The Church of Scientology, in California, definitely doesn't allow people to roam around too much. The Scientologists have a secret vault as part of its Trementina Base where the church’s teachings are kept in titanium capsules. Rumors are, that this site is under construction for years now and hence it holds many more secrets.
Iron Mountain is a business that provides data protection, storage, and security, to companies to store their data and keep a back-up. The headquarter is 220 feet below ground, covering up to 145 acres approx. This company currently provides data protection to more than 2,000 companies and many governments across the globe. It is secured with 24/7 armed guards, a 3-ton steel gate, vehicle crash barriers and an onsite fire brigade.
Wikileaks preferred Bahnhof Data Center after being booted from Amazon Web Services. The data center is beneath the White Mountains in a nuclear bunker, that's the heights of security.
However, we really don't need to get to these places as the world is full of amazing places which are within our reach!