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Flooded Church of Geamăna

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Flooded Church of Geamăna

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    April 1, 2024

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    The heartbreaking story of Geamăna, the sinking village

    In 1978, an entire village was evacuated to accommodate what would become the waste disposal basin for Europe's largest copper mine. Today all that remains is the top of the former local church, peeking out from the poisoned waters that have flooded the town.
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    August 22, 2025

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    Only the church tower remains as a reminder of the village of yesteryear.

    The neighboring Rosia Poieni copper mine is to blame.

    When the decision was made in 1970 to …
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    Flooded Church of Geamăna – Old Wooden Wheelbarrow loop from Hădărău

    21.1km

    05:56

    430m

    430m

    Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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