[nimbius]

>it’s like the musings of an explorer who discovered a jungle city abandoned by a mysterious civilization

Disclosure: I have worked in construction.

I dont mean to get too off topic but please dont do this. Wandering abandoned buildings is very dangerous. Roofs and stairs can collapse seemingly for no reason, exposed floor tile can release asbestos, and dry bathrooms without water in the pipes can expose you to potentially lethal concentrations of sewer gasses like methane and hydrogen sulfide that build up in enclosed restrooms with no power to ventilation systems.

If a fire starts, most emergency exits will be barracaded.

[porknubbins]

The possible danger is part of the appeal though isn't it? We let people go cave diving and mountain climbing. I mean I'm not advocating for just anyone to go in structurally unsound buildings, trespassing is illegal for a good reason, but part of me appreciates the human curiosity of wanting to see what is inside areas that have been abandoned. Whether its the Paris catacombs, the NY subway tunnels, or a factory in Detroit there is often a good story in the remains.