Man discovers entire abandoned town with church, post office and homes left to rot

An urban explorer has discovered an abandoned ghost town – with a church, a post office and several homes all left to rot.

Dave, known online as Freaktography, came across the rural community and was shocked by what he found.

Wandering through the former town of Insinger in Saskatchewan, Canada, he was first struck by the forgotten church with a domed spire.

He shared the find on YouTube with his 88,500 followers.

“There were a whole bunch of abandoned buildings just scattered around,” the urban explorer, from Ontario, Canada, told What’s The Jam.

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“There was a Ukrainian church that was very small.

“There was some graffiti, no windows, but it was so nice.

“There were a bunch of buildings, homes, and a little tiny post office.

“There was a school, not in very good shape – it was all falling apart so I couldn’t go in very far.”

In 2016, Insinger had a population of 315, according to the Census of Population, depleting from 805 in 1981.

Throughout Saskatchewan, there are 140 ghost towns, many becoming abandoned during the 20th century.

This was due to a population decline, caused by an economic shift, as well as an improvement of transportation to larger areas.

Sharing the town on YouTube, people rushed to comment.

Charlie wrote: “Saskatchewan has the most beautiful abandon churches.”

Rick added: “That’s so sad.”

“It’s good to know that the town will be remembered on film. I would pronounce it “in-sing-er”. My favorite town in SK was Herbert. Glad you didn’t attempt to enter that house,’ said Carol.

“Nice church. Wonder why it’s a ghost town. School is dangerous. Sad sight to see Dave,” commented Claire.

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