Underneath This Florida City Lies A Creepy Yet Amazing Abandoned Tunnel System
Discover the hidden abandoned tunnel system beneath Ybor City, Florida, used by smugglers during Prohibition.
Who knew that all this was going on right underneath our feet?! If you've ever visited Ybor City, Florida, then you probably know about the historical significance this place holds. But once you find out about the incredible abandoned tunnel system In Florida that is underneath us, you'll be in for an eerie treat. Check out the history behind this incredible city and get a glimpse into what life was like back during Prohibition in Tampa.
Underneath the city of Ybor in Tampa (pronounced EE-bore) there has been rumor of secret mystery tunnels that hold a bit of a sordid past.
This famous city, known for cigar making and Prohibition stories, has covered up quite the past that these tunnels were known for.
It has been said that tunnels underneath Ybor were carved out in secret and used by smugglers, bootleggers, and the like during the Prohibition.
What is most eerie is the fact that these mystery tunnels were said to have crisscrossed the entire city, most residents unknowing of what was going on right under their feet. It was said that when police would raid different casinos, gambling halls, and illegal bars in Ybor, messengers would run through the tunnels to sound the alarm.
Although the tunnel system has been kept a secret for many years, those who have been inside and have firsthand knowledge can recount what these spots were all about.
Unfortunately, many of the tunnels were shuttered up and closed over time, especially due to the safety hazards they posed.
Thanks to YouTuber ABC Action News, we can snag a better look at the underground tunnel system in Ybor City and the mystery that this hidden secret holds:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oU8DXhBcE2I
Have you ever heard about this fascinating past of the abandoned tunnel system in Florida? Share with us in the comments section!
Otherwise, if you're looking for more Florida history, then take a look at One Of The Worst Disasters In U.S. History Happened Right Here In Florida.
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