Kadecchang - 卡德克昌

Kadecchan （Russian: Кадыкчан, ka-duk-CHAN)forMagadanOf a city.

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Kadekchan was used to mine coal for concentration camp prisoners during World War II. Later, the mining industry was accommodated to supply several local coal mines in the Alkagarinskaya Thermal Power Plant (Аркагалинская ГРЭС). The depth of the mine is about 400 meters (1,300 feet).

It is a typical coal-producing city. The population reached its peak in the early 1990s, with approximately 15,000 people. This shows the glorious scene of the city at that time. Since the collapse of the Soviet Union and the reorganization of the government, coal mining in the area has become increasingly unprofitable, and the city was abandoned at an accelerated pace from late 1994 to early 1995. An explosion in a local mine in 1996 killed 6 people, which led to the complete closure of the coal mine and the decision to relocate residents with government subsidies. according toRussiaAccording to the government's official population statistics in 2010, 0 people have been declared. However, some tourists found that 1 or 2 elderly people in the city continued to stay in the city. Kadıkchan is now a ghost city, and it is also a favorite adventure place for some travelers.

arrival

This city isKolyma HighwayMust pass, fromYakutskGo for about 1,300 kilometers, or fromMagadanIt is about 700 kilometers away. The nearest major city isSusuman, About 100 kilometers towards Magadan. On the old road about 1 km past (sinceTomtor) At the junction, there is a road on the left (to the east) that is cut off. Along this city road for 6 kilometers, it can cover the corner of the city edge.

Travel around

Due to the debris, trees, and lack of maintenance, the road is not really a passable road for vehicles. There are parks and trails somewhere.

go sightseeing

There is a broken statue of Lenin in the main square. Nearby are half-collapsed cinemas, several schools, a gymnasium, and numerous apartment buildings. Larger (and more distant) schools still retain remnants of books, pianos, science laboratories, fitness equipment, some sports rooms, etc. The stairs can climb up to the open space on the roof (hundreds of chairs are reserved), and after climbing to the top of the building, it becomes the highest point that provides a best view of the city.

To venture into the old apartment building (which has not been destroyed), you can look at the wallpapers, books, and broken objects on the walls.

Activity

If it’s a group trip, maybe you can organize a barbecue, camping or bravery test. After all, the local area is a deserted place.

Shopping

There are no large shopping stores in the local area.

Dining

There is no local restaurant that can provide your meal, please prepare your own food.

Nightlife

The city is a deserted place, and there is no night view at night. It may be a good choice to watch the starry sky; as for drinks and alcohol, you should prepare your own.

Accommodation

Sleep in a tent or in a dilapidated apartment building.

communication

There is a signal on the road about 10 kilometers east of the mobile phone, which isMia unjaThe coverage of urban base stations.

Safety

There are a few remaining unemployed people; due to the lack of tourists in the local area, they will be more surprised to see you from other places. Although it does not pose a threat, you still have to be cautious and don't reveal your wealth.

As for wild animals, especially ticks and mosquitoes, they can cause annoying potential hazards. Due to lack of food sources, bears are uncommon.

The biggest danger so far comes from abandoned buildings. Many are in a collapsed state, due to the gradual separation of the broken concrete under the freeze/thaw cycle. Broken glass, rusty nails and other hazards are scattered in many places. It’s better to be extremely careful, because the nearest medical facility is about 20 kilometers away.Mia unja, And will not be able to treat serious injuries.

Next stop

Several old roads, leaving Kadıkchan and heading to the old mines, nearby towns, etc., are all deserted, and there may be no standard vehicles to pass through.