Mississippi is full of abandoned sites and forgotten places, but none are quite as interesting as Nitta Yuma. Basically, part ghost town and part time warp, the tiny town consists of only a handful of buildings – some of which are in complete disarray, others perfectly preserved. Eerily frozen in time, exploring Nitta Yuma is sure to be an experience like no other. Take a look:

Located on Highway 61, Nitta Yuma is one of the Delta’s many hidden gems.
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Today, the small town is home to just a few old buildings and about 20 residents…but it wasn’t always like that.
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At its peak, Nitta Yuma was a booming cotton community with about 600 residents.
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The town even had electricity before a majority of other cities in the U.S.
As the years passed, the town began to dwindle away, almost disappearing for good.
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However, rather than watch their home vanish, the remaining residents, most of whom are descendants of Major Burwell Vick (the founder of Vicksburg), decided to take matters into their own hands.
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In an effort to preserve the legacy of the community, residents have begun restoring several of the town’s historic homes and other structures.
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Some of the buildings are still in their original location, while others have been moved, such as the Chapel of the Cross.
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The collection of restored structures includes an 1820s cabin, 1840s plantation, general store, and more.
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There's even a fire station with the old fire truck parked out front.
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Those passing though Nitta Yuma are encouraged to explore the community of yesteryear.
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Be sure to peek inside the windows. Some of the buildings, like the general store, are full of unique heirlooms.
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The 19th century shop is now home to over 3,000 vintage dolls - one of the biggest collections in the state.

So, did you know about this tiny town? Have you ever visited? Tell us in the comments section.

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