Located in Mecklenburg County awaits an abandoned ghost town by the name of Union Level in Virginia. This little town has sat in disrepair for decades as if it's been frozen in time. While the exterior buildings crumble and slowly disappear, we’re left to imagine what life might have been like inside this once-bustling community. Let’s take a look at Union Level in VA, one of the most mysterious, abandoned ghost towns in the state:
While the notion of a ghost town might inspire visions of Old Western movie sets, there are plenty of them located right here in Virginia. One of the most famous examples is Union Level ghost town.
In the 1800s, Union Level served as an important stop along what once was the horse and carriage line.
The horse and carriage line was eventually replaced by a temporary rail line. After trains no longer came through town, residents left altogether.
By the early 1900s, the town was completely abandoned. The fascinating thing, as you'll notice in the video below, is that many of the residents seemed to leave some things behind in their former homes.
If you drive through this ghost town today, you'll see an entire row of buildings, including a church, in disrepair.
One day this site might be part of the Virginia Tobacco Heritage Trail, but no plans have yet been confirmed.
In the meantime, you can take a virtual tour of Union Level, the famous abandoned Virginia ghost town, thanks to YouTube user Brian Sterowski:
What are your thoughts on this abandoned ghost town of Union Level, VA? Have you seen it before? If so, be sure to share your experiences with us by leaving a comment. Curious to learn about more of the state's abandoned places? Check out this road trip to the creepiest abandoned places in Virginia. Before heading out on a road trip, make sure to check out our Road Trip Essentials Packing List to make sure you're prepared for whatever life throws at you!
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