25 Saddest And Most Depressingly Named Places On Earth

While we’ve previously discussed uncommon place names, today we are honing in on a specific type – those that convey a sense of melancholy or gloom. But don’t rush to conclusions about these locations. In fact, surprisingly enough, many are actually filled with positivity and are definitely worth exploring. A good number of these are found within the United States, one of the world’s major English-speaking countries, though others can be found worldwide. May it be Canada’s Massacre Island or the town of Defeated in Tennessee, all these places have one element in common – their somber and melancholic aura. Take for instance, Mistake Island in Maine. It might be a compelling tourist spot, but it surely isn’t the place to ask the life-changing question, as it may not promise a happy ending. However, it’s quite amusing to realize these names were deliberately selected by individuals. Although each place name probably has an interesting backstory, from our perspective we simply see names like Grumpy Dog Road or Little Hope in Texas. Thus, map and geography fans, get ready to discover 25 of the most lamentably and wistfully named locations the world has to offer.

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