Lake Chagan (Atomic Lake) , a crater lake formed by a 1965 "peaceful" nuclear explosion that remains radioactive today. Nevada Test Site (NTS), USA
Often marked by a large subsidence crater or a "shot tower" for atmospheric tests. nuclear test site (lekoopas private map)
Reinforced bunkers or mobile remote-control ships (like the Emba at Novaya Zemlya ) used to trigger detonations from a safe distance. Lake Chagan (Atomic Lake) , a crater lake
Civil defense "Doom Towns" (wooden houses, vehicles, and mannequins) built to test the effects of a blast on urban environments. Nuclear Test Sites - Atomic Archive Civil defense "Doom Towns" (wooden houses, vehicles, and
Established in 1950, this site has seen over 900 atmospheric and underground tests. It is one of the most recognizable sites due to its extensive crater fields .
Located in the Xinjiang region, this site hosted Project 596 , China's first nuclear test in 1964.
An Arctic archipelago used for 130 detonations, including the Tsar Bomba —the largest nuclear device ever tested.