The 10 most mysterious islands in the world

Bermeo Island, Mexico

The island of Bermea is clearly marked on the maps of the 18th century and is itself a remote part of Mexico. It was only when the expedition decided to send him to the end of the 20th century, it turned out that he disappeared in the most mysterious way, and they could not find him. Where the whole island has gone, do not know until now.

Renaissance Island in the Aral Sea

On this island for 50 years, Soviet scientists have developed and tested biological weapons. In 1988, the US learned of the existence of the laboratory and insisted on the liquidation of the facility. In order to avoid a major international scandal, all tests were discontinued, and hazardous substances were buried on the island.

Earthquake Island in the Aegean Sea

If the island of Bermeo once disappeared from the face of the earth, then the Island of the Earthquake, on the contrary, suddenly arose. It appeared as a result of a severe earthquake that occurred in Pakistan in September 2013. Scientists claim that the new island is a mud volcano.

Magic Island, Titan

This miracle island is not part of our planet, but is far beyond its borders - on Titin. His appearance on the satellite of Saturn astronomers noticed in 2013. Otherwise, it can not be called magical, because it has the strange peculiarity of disappearing and then reappearing.

Bannerman Island on the Hudson River, USA

The island, near New York, keeps the ruins of the beautiful The castle, which was built by Scottish tycoon Frank Bannerman in the 20th century to store weapons. Let us note that the businessman personally developed the appearance of the castle, without attracting either architects or engineers. Finish the creation of the arms dealer and did not have time, in 1918 he died. And two years later, there was an explosion of 200 tons of gunpowder, which ruined most of the complex.

Socotra Island in the Indian Ocean, Yemen

Once you come here, you might think that you were on another planet. Do not be surprised, because you are on one of the most amazing and extraordinary miracle islands of our world. Socotra is unique not only for its landscapes, it is a treasure trove of rare flora and fauna, as well as a place of special culture and traditions.

Diego Garcia Island in the Indian Ocean, USA

A large paradise island on which originally people lived. But in the sixties they were all evicted by the US government, which decided that the place was excellent for a secret military facility. Until now, it's simply impossible to get here.

Floating Island, Argentina

The mysterious island was discovered only two years ago in a remote marshland, in the delta of the Parana River, near Buenos Aires. He floats amid a perfectly round lake and can even rotate, and looks like an eye from height.

Partridge Island, Canada

Partridge Island is located in the Bay of Fundy and has a particularly terrible history. The matter is that in the 19th century a quarantine complex for patients with typhus, cholera and yellow fever was organized here. Everyone who came here, more than his limits did not leave.

Phumdi - floating islands of Lake Loktak, India

Fantastic floating islands cover most of the Indian lake. The largest cluster of Phumdi is in the southeastern part of the reservoir and covers an area of ​​40 square kilometers.