There are more than 2 million uninhabited islands around the globe. Some are preserved as nature reserves, others are privately owned, and a few remain empty for political or religious reasons. Not all are eerie or off-limits; many are breathtakingly beautiful, with some even serving as popular tourist destinations. In many cases, though, the reasons these islands remain uninhabited are still a mystery.
This video explores nine remarkable uninhabited islands from around the world, and the stories behind why no one calls them home.
