I lived in Ukraine and never made it up to Chernobyl.

This really struck me because it captures the deep moral tension that comes with "dark tourism."

It’s a reminder that by visiting places like Chornobyl, we aren’t merely satisfying curiosity, we’re bearing witness to history and its consequences.

Your reflection on the ethical dilemma resonates, especially in a time when it’s easy to be a tourist without really engaging with the gravity of what we’re seeing.

This sentence though makes me think about how necessary it is to approach these places with respect, even if we're unsure of the impact our visits have.

Thanks for sharing your experience!