A giant hole in the middle of a desert, constantly spewing flames and lighting up the night sky has been burning non-stop for over 50 years! Known as the ‘Door to Hell,’ this fiery crater is located ...

Turkmen authorities have talked about extinguishing the hole, but now it’s used ... What It’s Like at the Real-Life ‘Gates of Hell’ in Turkmenistan.

It has become a popular tourist spot in Turkmenistan. The crater, known informally to people and tourists as the "Door to Hell," has officially been dubbed the "Shining of Karakum" since 2018.