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Gates of Hell

The Door to Hell is a burning natural gas field in Derweze, Turkmenistan. It is one of the "Gates of Hell," believed to be an area on the surface of the Earth that acts as a portal to the underworld. These "portals" are often located in regions of unusual geological activity, particularly volcanic areas, as well as lakes, caves, and mountains.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.