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The Gates of Hell

The Atlas Obscura Podcast

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Gates of Hell: A Desert Mystery

This chapter explores the Karakum Desert's harsh environment and the infamous Gates of Hell, a natural gas crater created by Soviet drilling in 1971. It features Sona Hederova's personal experiences and reflections on the captivating and enduring flames of this geological phenomenon.

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