The proximity of the 21 December in 2012, it has been quite fed by an apocalyptic cultural industry, has unleashed such a concern in the world population, which until NASA came out to deny the doomsday versions to remain calm and avoid collective psychosis.
Believers of all kinds of doomsday theories converge on the date indicated taking collections of all kinds, often implausible.
For example, in Mexico went on sale a set of staples 'to the end of the world', called 'Just in case' ('Just in case'). Includes, among other items, a knife to fend off zombies and a bottle of anise liqueur.
Kit Producers promise that the post-apocalyptic world will be much more attractive with anise. It is considered that this liquor was one of the favorite drinks of the Maya, whose calendar is famous on 21 December as the end of a cycle in the history of mankind, which made many people believe that this date will be the end of the world.
Besides the liquor and the knife, designed to defend against zombies in the kit can be found a notebook to record memories, chocolate, matches and a bottle of one liter of water.
The inventors of this unusual set call people to be optimistic and not be afraid, because they believe it is very possible that the world will come after the "apocalypse", is even better than the world we live in today.
Mexicans are not the first to distribute staples for a possible end of the world. A similar kit, already started selling in the Siberian city of Tomsk in Russia, includes a small bottle of vodka, soap and a rope.
In China, meanwhile, a Chinese farmer in Xianghe Hebei Province says it will save humanity with their survival giant spheres tsunami proof.
The spheres are constructed with a coating of fiberglass over a steel frame, cost $ 48,000 each and are equipped with oxygen tanks, food and water supplies. They are equipped with seat belts, essential for survival in the storms.
"Although there are waves of 1,000 meters, the area will have no problem because it's like a ping pong ball. The coating can be thin but can withstand a lot of pressure, "said its creator Liu Qiyuan to AFP in his studio outside Beijing.
Another Chinese citizen is building an ark for years you would save if giant flood.
Shelters
Under the Kansas prairie in USA, are building departments abandoned missile silo. The goal is to have a place to protect if the end of the world arrives in December 2012.
So far, four buyers paid a total of seven million dollars to buy an apartment, to take refuge in the event of a tragedy.
For now, the metal stairs extend down to connect each floor but a lift subsequently replaced. The properties are located within a heart of steel and concrete within the original concrete thickness, which makes them better able to withstand earthquakes.
The goal is to have a place that supports solar flares, nuclear attacks and viruses.
A company called "Living" plans to build near major U.S. cities a network of 20 shelters able to withstand all kinds of disasters, such as biological or nuclear wars, the impact of a large asteroid, a powerful solar storm or an earthquake.
The authorities of the Colca Valley in Arequipa, Peru, decided to use the media exposure of the Mayan prophecy of doomsday to promote tourism in the place as a natural shelter to face the end of time.
This will be done through a campaign to highlight the worldview of the ancient cultures of Arequipa, which indicate that the harmony of the inhabitants, and the snowy canyon make this place an ideal place for refuge.
The manager of the Colca Autonomous Authority (Autocolca), Fredy Jimenez, told El Comercio that the promotional campaign could attract at least 10 thousand tourists to participate in various activities that will begin from December 14 offerings to the Pachamama, in 20 districts Cayllomaprovince, the next day, in Chivay, we will send offerings to the apus and mountain guides will be sent to the Colca with offerings to the snowy Misti, Ampato, Sabancaya and Bomboya.
Arequipa addition, other cities that have little or nothing to do with the Mayan culture have also been touted as key places to live on December 21, as is Sirince in Turkey or the famed and Mount Bugarach in southern France .
The sites chosen
In the case of people who do not want to get a "kit" or apocalyptic survival that does not have money to buy a shelter, there is always the possibility ed tourist travel to one of the many "secure" sites that are promoted by the world. Obviously, as uncertain as the coming end of the world is the possibility that these places become a safe place in case that theories are realized.
For example, on the eve of the date predicted by the Mayans, the hotels located at the foot of the mountain receive hundreds of bookings. Entire families plan to reach this place, according to those who believe in the end of the world, mystical energy radiates (Serbian version Uritorco in Cordoba, Argentina)
Rtanj is in the Carpathian mountain range and is a limestone massif pyramid 1570 feet high. The well-known British science fiction writer Arthur C. Clarke called "the navel of the world".
There are several legends and ancient stories about the mountain. One of them says that Rtanj inside the enormous treasure is a magician who lived in these lands.
Since the middle of last century the mountain is protected by the National Department of Nature Protection. Aircraft can not fly over the mountain due to its unusual shape and magnetic and gravitational deviation detected in the area.
At the same time, the portal 'Business Insider has compiled a list of places that, while not ensure protection in case anyone complete destruction of our planet, if they are good options in case the living Earth some kind of post- Revelation.
Bugarach, France
This small city in the south of France is the only place on the planet that will emerge unscathed doomsday, according to some apocalyptic sects. If this option appeals to you, you'd better be directed there ASAP, as the mayor, reportedly plans to close the village to a possible wave of believers at the end of the world.
Chiang Mai, Thailand
In this idyllic town located in northern Thailand live the famous investor Marc Faber. Faber is one of the most pessimistic people in the investment world, as it constantly emits warnings about where one should live in war (rural farmland), and the future dollar, which, he says, will be worth less than toilet paper. Although Southeast Asia has always been the scene of war, drug trafficking, massacres, and political turmoil for decades, Chiang Mai has been preserved as a bastion of peace and stability, which is perceived as a good sign to survive the apocalypse.
Necker Island
Part of the archipelago of the British Virgin Islands, is owned by billionaire Richard Branson. "If called, we are sure you will let you live there when it all falls down," says 'Business Insider'.
Tristan da Cunha
Located in the South Atlantic, is the most remote inhabited archipelago in the world. It has a population of only 271 people, so 'Business Insider' is confident that they are looking for new people. This place is known for its excellent fishing: a haven for self-sustaining career if times get really tough.
Greenbrier Resort, West Virginia
Located in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, is a luxury resort famous for his bunker in the Cold War era, built in 1958 for a possible nuclear holocaust. For three decades remained a "relocation facility top secret government for Congress", but was discovered in 1992 and has since been declassified.
Warsaw
The concrete buildings from the Soviet era that has the Polish capital will withstand apocalyptic explosion. Even if this were not enough, the city also has the so-called The Safe House, a concrete bunker with sliding exterior walls and aluminum rolldown door made by a company normally supplying shipyards.
Geneva
The Large Hadron Collider, located in a ring 27 kilometers in the Franco-Swiss border near Geneva, it seems to be the perfect place to spend the apocalypse. In fact, one of the largest scientific experiments in the world, in which you can create cooler conditions than those in deep space, looks more like a place where I could start the apocalypse. However, it must be said in his favor that is 100 meters underground, and that "will have a front row seat to see some of the most amazing scientific discoveries for mankind." Probably come in there to have a better idea of ​​what it was that caused the apocalypse and how to survive its effects.
Puncak Jaya, Indonesia
This mountainous region of Indonesia does not seem to be a very friendly place to live. However, the largest gold mine in the world is in this place, which could result in a lot of work and trade if cards are played correctly.
Tierra del Fuego, Argentina
Wind patterns make this archipelago at the southern tip of South America in a perfect place to avoid the fallout.
Yukon Territory, Canada
The Yukon is the westernmost of Canada's federal territories. It is sparsely populated and these days the economy depends heavily on government and tourism. However, if things fall apart, the area is certainly capable of supporting small and thriving communities. Welcomes very favorable natural areas for hunting, which would be essential in the early years after a global catastrophe, when agriculture is not yet a viable option.
Mount Weather, Virginia
Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, Mount Weather is home to the National Center for FEMA Response Coordination. Its altitude and remote location makes it ideal to prevent natural disasters or invasions. The HF radio is ideal for contact with other survivors, while supposedly underground facility includes a hospital, crematorium, dining room, bedroom, water tanks and cooling systems, emergency power plant, and a radio studio and television.
Site R, Pennsylvania
Also known as Raven Rock Mountain Complex, Site R is located about six kilometers away from Camp David, Pennsylvania. It was built in the 1950s and is still shrouded in mystery. It has a presidential system (presumably to Air Force One) and probably electromagnetic protection, according to Wired. But it is rumored that also has an entire underground city.
Sderot, Israel
In his recent conflict with Gaza, Israel demonstrated amazing effectiveness at intercepting rockets fired at population centers, thanks to its missile system Iron Dome in Sderot, a useful tool if the apocalypse is coming. It is beginning to be regarded as 'paradise' for the rich, thanks to a new wave of wealth generated by the resource industry is currently booming. Is very close to the largest diamond mine, which could provide jobs and generate significant cash flow.