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The United States is home to hundreds of ghost towns, remnants of the past where life once thrived but now echoes with silence. These abandoned settlements tell stories of hope, hardship, and the relentless march of time. For the adventurous traveler, exploring ghost towns isn’t just about stepping into history—it’s about uncovering the mysteries that linger in the air. Let’s dive into some of the oldest and most intriguing ghost towns in the USA.   1. Bodie, California: A Gold Rush Relic  Bodie is perhaps the most iconic ghost town in America, preserved in a state of “arrested decay.” Founded during the California Gold Rush in 1859, this once-thriving town had over 10,000 residents at its peak. But as the gold dried up, so did the town’s prosperity. Today, visitors can wander through its dusty streets and peer into buildings frozen in time, from the saloon to the schoolhouse.   Must-See: The Methodist Church and the eerie remnants of the Bodie Cemetery. ...