Time has a funny way of changing things. When we suddenly come across our childhood pictures, we feel amazed at how much our features have changed over the years. But time doesn’t just transform the features of humans; it can also drastically change entire cities.
The before and after pictures below show how nothing in our world is left untouched by time – from the site of the Hiroshima disaster in Japan to the ruins of Machu Picchu in Peru. These surreal shots have been captured from the same locations years or even centuries apart. Comparing the present with the past will make it feel as if you've taken a unique trip through time. So, sit back, and be a part of this cool time travel adventure with us.
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Explore Poland's Epic Historical Architecture from the Sky
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20 Previously Unseen Photographs of Stalin's USSR
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This Spring in the Gobi Desert Looks Like Abstract Art!
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15 Photos That are Worth Much More Than A Thousand Words
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See What France in the Late 19th Century Was Like
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