Chernobyl Exclusion Zone

The Chernobyl Exclusion Zone is a region around the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine, established after the catastrophic nuclear disaster in 1986. It covers about 1,600 square miles and was created to limit human exposure to radiation. Access is heavily restricted due to high radiation levels and potential health risks. The area, largely abandoned, has become a unique ecological zone, where wildlife has thrived in the absence of human activity. While some areas have been deemed safer for limited visits, the zone serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of nuclear power and the long-lasting effects of environmental contamination.