It was built in the 1450s for Pachacuti, an Inca Emperor, and existed for around 80 years. However, the city was abandoned in the 16th century after the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors.
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In 363, Petra was partially destroyed by an earthquake and abandoned 300 later when the Arabs conquered it.
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On August 24, 79AD, while the city residents were going about their activities, Mount Vesuvius erupted violently blasting magma into the air for two days.
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Ciudad Perdida, referred to as Teyuna by the local tribe, featured a network of tiled roads, over 160 terraces carved into the side of the mountain, and several circular plazas.
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This city was founded around 3,000 BC and was located some 20 kilometers south of Giza. It was likely founded by Menes as a fortress
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The city became insignificant following a decline in trade and destruction by the Kidarites, Alchon Huns, and the White Huns.
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However, Norwegian King Harald Hardrada destroyed the settlement during his fight with the Danish King Sweyn II.
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Great Zimbabwe may have been abandoned due to political instability, decline in trade, and water and food shortage.
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The Karakorum’s decline began in 1388, following an attack by the Ming troops, and was completely abandoned in the 16th century.
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the city was abandoned and forgotten and fell into ruins. Today, the ruins of this ancient city are located amid forests and farmlands to the north of the Tonle Sap Lake of Cambodia.
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