The Ghost Islands of Portugal

Although these islands sit just miles off the coast of Portugal, they have zero permanent residents. Despite their rich history and strategic location, the archipelago remains an uninhabited wilderness.

Known to old British sailors as the Burlings, this remote cluster includes the main island of Berlenga Grande along with jagged groups of islets. While visitors explore the region today, nobody calls these rocks home year-round. It is a rare example of a European territory that stays completely empty once the sun sets. The islands serve as a peaceful sanctuary for wildlife instead of a bustling human outpost.