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There is a certain eeriness that is inescapable with abandoned cities, and it has been a theme of moviemakers for decades now. The frightfulness, foreboding and surrealism of it all should repel us really. Instead, it draws us in hook, line and sinker. Sample a list of 10 abandoned cities as we bring to life a topic about the dead.

Bodie, California

The quintessential and most well-preserved of all ghost towns in the USA, Bodie was booming at one time thanks to the nearby mines that drew droves of opportunistic people. However, all good things must come to an end and the surge of population severely taxed Bodie, and it was never the same again. It started to lose prominence and practicality in residents minds and a raging fire that went through most of the downtown business district was the straw that broke the camel’s back. Most of the residents made a quiet exit by 1962, by which time it was anointed the Bodie State Historic Park. The city as it stands today is frozen in time, the deserted streets and the interiors remaining as they were. The life has been sucked dry from Bodie, and never will it return.

» Read more: 10 Ghost Cities you should know about

Ghiradelli Square Chocolate Festival

It’s true – San Francisco is a popular, year-round travel destination. However,  in September, chocolate lovers from across the U.S. will head to Ghirardelli Square to attend the annual Ghirardelli Square Chocolate Festival.  The two-day Chocolate Festival, now in its 15th year, is set for September 11-12, 2010.

The weekend chocolate celebration features chocolatiers, artisans and chefs – from California, Scottsdale, and Las Vegas- showcasing chocolate delicacies and decadent desserts.  In addition, the festival offers family-friendly activities including the annual “Hands Free” Earthquake Ice Cream Sundae Eating Contest, and free Ghirardelli ice cream sundaes.

The 15th Annual Ghirardelli Square Chocolate Festival is free and open to the public.  Chocolate tasting tickets are $20 for 15 tastings and benefit Project Open Hand.Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the event.

Sweet Lodging Package at Fairmont Heritage Place

The Fairmont Heritage Place, Ghirardelli Square is offering “The Chocolate Festival Package” over the festival weekend. The package includes two chocolate tasting tickets (each ticket is valid for 15 tastings); a two night stay in a one-, two- or three-bedroom residence; a goody basket from Ghirardelli Chocolate Company; daily continental breakfast; nightly wine & cheese reception and complimentary house car service.  The package is available September 10-15, 2010 and starts at $624.

If You Go:

Fairmont Heritage Place 1 (888) 991-4300

900 N. Point Street, Suite D100
San Francisco, California 94109