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Switzerland🇨🇭, Berglishtuber waterfall
Switzerland is a country of not only picturesque mountains and thousands of lakes, but also magnificent waterfalls.
Berglistüber Waterfall (Berglistüber) – Glarus canton.
This waterfall is considered the most beautiful in Switzerland, located near the Klausenpass pass, near the village of Lintal. The stream of water does not flow along the rock, but is in free fall, thanks to which a hiking trail is laid behind the waterfall. It is cut through limestone rock, the age of which is 150 million years.
Near the waterfall are the village of Linthal and a high mountain pass in the Swiss Alps called Klausenpass, which connects the cantons of Glarus and Uri.
Russia🇷🇺, Khakassia, Oglakhty Mountain
Oglakhty is a 15 km long mountain range located on the left bank of the Yenisei in the Bogradsky district of the Republic of Khakassia. The Krasnoyarsk reservoir was built on this stretch of the Yenisei, 50 km south of the mountain range is the capital of Khakassia — Abakan.
The relative height of the ridge is from 100 to 150 m, the highest point is Mount Oglakhty (580 m above sea level). The northern part of the territory is covered with birch groves, and steppe vegetation dominates the rest of the slopes.
Petroglyphs of the Oglakhtinsky ridge are the largest "picture gallery" of rock art in Khakassia (see in the comments. Some of the images carved on the rocks are at least 5000 years old. These are images of wild animals — wild boars, bears, moose and deer. Scientists find rock art, which is correlated with different periods of history from the Neolithic to the beginning of the twentieth century.
Brazil🇧🇷, Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park
The park is located in the north-east of the state of Goias, in the high-altitude part of the forest-steppe zone "campos cerrado", its area is 65.514 hectares. Included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
This particular type of savannah is recognized as one of the richest in biodiversity and one of the oldest ecosystems of the tropical belt at the time of its formation.
There are many waterfalls in the park, the largest of which – Rio Preto Falls - falls into the valley from a ledge of 120 meters. Several species of palm trees, rare species of orchids and pepper trees grow in the reserve. In the protected area you can see jaguar, anteater, tapir, armadillo and tropical birds.
Chapada dos Veadeiros occupies an area of 655 km2 and is located on an ancient plateau (the highest plain in Brazil), the height of which varies from 600 to 1650 m above sea level. The highest point in the park is Serra da Santana (1,691 m).
Portugal 🇵🇹, Battaglia Monastery
The Battaglia Monastery is a triumphant symbol of Portuguese independence, a majestic monastery of Battle. That's what they call him. The cathedral nave of the monastery building rose to a height of 32 meters. The main motive of the decorative design was the marine theme. The walls are decorated with intricate stucco, and above the facades are carved lattice balustrades. The portal of the western facade on the sides is decorated with sculptures of 12 apostles on openwork consoles. In the center there is a statue of the Savior surrounded by evangelists framed by 6 arches with statues of biblical kings, prophets and angels. So, what is it so famous for, this monastery.
The cathedral of the monastery has five chapels, in the center is the Main Altar and magnificent stained glass windows from 1514, made in the Manueline style. Interestingly, almost all the stained glass windows of the church have been preserved since the beginning of the sixteenth century.
USA 🇺🇸, Boldt Castle
At the beginning of the twentieth century, a castle was built on the island of Hart Island, with its outlines slightly resembling the shape of a heart, of the Thousand Islands archipelago in the delta of the St. Lawrence River, where the border between the south of the Canadian province of Ontario and the north of the US state of New York runs.
George Boldt, a well-known architect and owner of a chain of fashionable hotels in the USA, decided to make his beloved wife a gift for Valentine's Day. He designed it himself and construction began.
A 6-storey building in the style of ancient German castles was erected. It was supposed to have 127 rooms, 365 windows, a swimming pool, an elevator, and running water. They also built a children's play tower, laid tunnels, and laid out a park.
The castle has found a new life. It was restored, everything was put in order. Now it is not only a local attraction. People come here from everywhere to admire this creation of human hands.
Chile 🇨🇱, Easter Island
Easter Island, or Rapa Nui, is an island in the Pacific Ocean in Chile, famous for its giant stone statues.
Easter Island has a unique landscape with volcanic craters, lava formations, shining blue water, beaches, low hills, cattle farms and many archaeological excavations, and most of them are devoted to the study of moai figures. They reach a height of 10 m
The sailors, when they first saw the island, were amazed by these colossal stone statues lined up along the coast of the island. What kind of people were they who were able to install multi-ton stone giants? Why did they settle in such a secluded place? Where did the stone from which the sculptures are made come from?
The first settlers on the island were Polynesians in the V century . Their culture has been preserved to this day in the form of giant stone figures (moai). Carriers of this culture were also called "long-eared", because it was customary for them to stretch their earlobes to their shoulders.
Seychelles 🇸🇨, La Digue Island, Anse Surce D'Argent Beach
The whole coast is not a single beach, but some kind of small “pocket” beaches. They are separated by giant granite boulders. They form beach pockets.
The beach itself is small, the sand here is shallow. Here, of course, you will not ride the waves, but the beach is ideal, for example, for snorkeling. Here you can just relax, sunbathe or splash in the warm Indian Ocean.
And Anse Surce D'Argent is best suited for a creative photo shoot. It is believed that this is the most photographed beach in the world. A picture with soft white sand, crystal clear turquoise water, and framed by huge granite blocks…
By the way, the blocks under the influence of the sun, water and wind have already turned into futuristic sculptural elements. The photos are simply cosmic!
The beach is quiet. Here the waters are reliably protected by a reef, the descent is gentle, the ocean itself is very calm and shallow. Anse Surce D'Argent beach is safe for children.
USA 🇺🇸, Mount Rushmore
The mountain with the portraits of 4 US presidents carved on it is located in the state of South Dakota. This memorial has become one of the symbols of the country, perpetuating the memory of outstanding politicians — George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, who made a significant contribution to its development.
The height of the bas-reliefs is 18 meters, for 14 years about 400 workers worked on their creation under the guidance of sculptor Gutzon Borglum, for some it was just a job that brought income, while others realized that they were the creators of a grandiose memorial, reminiscent of the glorious pages of the history of the country's development.
Every year, the attraction is visited by about 3 million travelers from different countries, the largest flow of tourists is observed in the summer months.
China 🇨🇳, Jilong Castle Country Club
On a small island in China in the middle of a lake there is a beautiful castle, a landscape as if taken from a fairy tale. This is a beautiful four-star hotel "Sleeping Beauty Castle".
Have you ever dreamed of living as a king and queen in a magnificent castle?
Well, a dream can come true if your trip takes place in China, at a hotel called Jilong Castle Country Club or as it is also called Jilongbao Resort.
The hotel is a luxurious European-style castle building. Decorated in pink, cream and red tones, this hotel stands out among the green rocks and the surrounding magnificent lake. The unique location of this castle connects an equally majestic bridge. Very suitable for those who like to take pictures.
Such a picture is most likely expected to be found in a European country like Germany or France. where medieval castles still exist, but the Chinese have tried to surprise once again.
Northern Ireland 🇬🇧, Dark Hedges Beech Alley
The most beautiful beech alley Dark Hedges is located in the Irish county of Antrim. Fans of the popular TV series "Game of Thrones" probably remember the picturesque Royal Highway.
The beech alley was planted by the Stuart family in the 1750s, so the age of the ancient trees today is more than 250 years old. It was planned that the luxurious natural tunnel would be a "prelude" for visitors to the Gracehill Estate. However, over the years it became clear that the alley is so good in itself that it can be considered a real landscape work of art.
The branches of the trees growing on both sides of the road were so tightly intertwined with each other that they formed an arched vault. Dark Hedges looks mysterious, almost mystical, when the rays of the setting sun shine through the crowns and trunks of these giants. Photographers are happy to come here to enjoy the magical atmosphere and try to capture the miraculous beauty.
Switzerland, Appenzell
Appenzell is located at the foot of the rocky Alps, south of Lake Constance. As in all of Switzerland, nature here pleases the eye with excellent views and panoramas. However, from gentle and colorful mountains, landscapes very quickly turn to formidable rocks and sharp cliffs. However, this does not prevent you from enjoying the pristine nature.
Thailand 🇹🇭, Wat Rong Khun
Wat Rong Khun is a white Buddhist temple located near the city of Chiang Rai in Thailand. The author of the project of this unusual temple was Thai artist and designer Chalermchai Kositpipat. Wat Rong Khun is very beautiful: it glows brightly in the sun, resembling the Snow Queen's castle or a fabulous sugar house. Many travelers coming to Thailand specially go to the north of the country to see this sparkling snow-white miracle
It is believed that the best time to explore the White Temple is the sunset hours or the time at dawn. In the soft pinkish-golden light of the sun's rays, Wat Rong Khun looks especially impressive. No less magical is the reflection of a Buddhist temple in the surface of a nearby decorative pond.
The White Temple in Thailand is unique, and therefore it has long become a Thai national landmark. Tourists need to be prepared for the fact that it is almost always crowded near the White Temple, and in order to get into it, they will have to stand in line.
Russia🇷🇺, Sochi, Agur waterfalls
They are located 13 km from the center of Sochi in the Khostinsky district. The distance to the shore in a straight line is only 3 km.
On the Agura River, nature has created three groups of waterfalls located not far from each other.
The lower waterfall is a two—stage waterfall: water falls from a height of 18 and 12 meters. In the high-water season, two streams with splashes intersect. Under these streams, a pool was formed, the water in which is distinguished by a pure blue hue.
The average waterfall is located about 500 meters upstream of the river. Stairs lead here, you need to overcome the ascent of many steps. The waterfall is quite wide, the stream is often divided into several streams flowing into a natural pool from a height of about 23 meters.
The third, Upper Agursky waterfall can be confidently called the most photographed. Its powerful stream noisily falls down from a height of 20 meters.
Portugal 🇵🇹, Algarve
The Algarve is a small region, even by the standards of Portugal, which stretches in the south of the country. The territory is very different from the rest of the country in nature, climate, and atmosphere.
Here guests will find an amazing mix of Europe and North Africa, a drop of the signature Portuguese style "Manuelino" in architecture and endless sun, and ocean, and tiny towns with white houses, and very beautiful, hospitable people! You can talk endlessly about the Algarve!
Interestingly, even the ever-growing flow of tourists does not spoil the region and does not kill its charm. Here luxury hotels are side by side with fishing houses, and bright, painted boats lie upside down on the beaches, waiting for them to be taken back to the ocean.
Portugal is one of the most affordable countries in Europe. And despite the fact that the Algarve is considered its most expensive region, the prices here are still very pleasant. For example, it is much lower than in neighboring Spain.
Japan 🇯🇵, Kawachi Fuji Gardens
Kawachi Fuji gardens in the Japanese city of Kitakyushu surprise with a variety of flower arrangements: the park territory covered with a lush waterfall of plants makes it possible to see flowers not only in picturesque flower beds, but also literally hanging over your head.
The pearl of the gardens are the flowering tunnels of wisteria, or wisteria, - large deciduous lianas with a woody trunk. Multi-colored wisteria brushes - white, blue, lilac, purple, lilac-purple and blue shades - grow on specially created frames, creating unique flower tunnels. Flowers hang in clusters over the tunnels - and sometimes so low that their subtle sweet aroma can be felt without turning your head. The height of the plant can reach 15 meters, which allows you to create flower arrangements of various shapes: not only wisteria tunnels, but also tents and hinged roofs, as if created by nature, are found on the territory of the gardens.
Spain 🇪🇸, Montserrat Monastery
The Montserrat Monastery is a spiritual symbol of Catalonia and a well—known pilgrimage center. The holy place is located at the foot of the Montserrat Mountains, which means "Cut Mountains", from where its name came from.
The temple is located at an altitude of 725 meters above sea level. 50 kilometers away is the city of Barcelona. A 10-kilometer-long mountain range of limestone rocks attracts the attention of many tourists coming to Spain.
The monastery is the abode of 79 monks whose job is to receive pilgrims from all over the world.
The terrain itself attracts the eye and makes you stay here as long as possible. The ornate mountains framing the monastery are a place of power and just a beautiful natural phenomenon. The structure fits perfectly into the general view with its intricate architecture and harmonious forms. Climbing the funicular to the mountains, you can admire all the beauty from the height of the beautiful mountains.
Philippines 🇵🇭, Onuk Island
Onuk is a small island to the east of Balabak Island, surrounded by shallow and clear emerald water. So clean that you can clearly see the fish and sea turtles swimming below. There is accommodation in wooden cottages on the island, but since Onuk is a private island, a preliminary arrangement is necessary for guests wishing to visit or spend the night there.
Even if you are not lucky enough to moor to its magical shores, passing by by boat, you will still be able to appreciate its beauty. Onuk Island looks especially beautiful at low tide, when a long sandy snow-white spit emerges from the sea.
The island is ideal for tourists and nature lovers. If you are used to comfortable resorts or can't live without the Internet, then it's not for you.
Electricity is available only from 6 pm to 6 am. During this time, you can charge your gadgets and cameras.
Ireland 🇮🇪, Cliffs of Moher
One of the most beautiful places in the western part of Ireland and the whole country are the cliffs of Moher. They have a height of about 200 meters, and stretch along the coastline for 8 kilometers, separating the earth from the Atlantic Ocean.
Scientists claim that the cliffs of Moher are one of the oldest natural monuments of the region. Their history began 6 thousand years before the new era. They have absorbed the history of the country, from the internecine wars of the Middle Ages to the long-awaited independence.
The Cliffs of Moher are a beautiful and amazing place. No wonder they were a candidate for the status of one of the seven new Wonders of the world, and their beauty is shown in many feature films. If you love beautiful landscapes and romantic surroundings, then a visit to this place is guaranteed to leave you indifferent.
Thailand 🇹🇭, Similan Islands
The Similan Islands are an island archipelago in the Andaman Sea. A group of picturesque islands is located northwest of Phuket in the Phang Nga province located in the south of Thailand. Since 1982, they have been part of the National Park "Similan" (Mu Ko Similan).
According to UNESCO ratings, the Similan Islands are among the ten most beautiful islands on the planet. They attract tourists with impeccable cleanliness, azure sea, snow-white beaches, groves of palm trees and exotic animals.
Many people come here for snorkeling. And divers from all over the world consider the underwater landscapes near the islands to be one of the most popular places for exciting underwater dives.
The Similan Islands stretch for about 20 km . They consist of nine free-standing islands that are stretched in a line parallel to the mainland. The highest point rises 244 meters above sea level
The best period for a visit to the islands is considered to be the end of December – the end of March.
Turkey 🇹🇷, Lake Salda
Only a lazy person does not compare the Turkish Lake Salda with the Maldives. This analogy is actually not without reason: azure water, white coast and the prevailing tranquility.
Atypical landscapes for Turkey have become popular thanks to photos of the lake on social networks. There are more and more people who want to see this miracle of nature live every year.
In order to preserve the lake in its original form, the Nature Conservation Association of Turkey is thinking of banning movement along its coastline in shoes.
The surface of the coast of Lake Salda is really unusual, because it is formed not from fine sand, but from deposits of hydromagnesite (the waters of the lake are rich in this mineral). A special flavor of this mixture is given by black inclusions, beautifully shining in the sun.
Russia🇷🇺, Karelia, Ruskeala
The Ruskeala Mountain Park is the main pride of Karelia. This is an amazing combination of marble mountains, turquoise lakes and lush greenery.
The main asset of the park is the combination of marble rocks coming to the surface with the greenery of the surrounding vegetation and turquoise lake water. The water-filled marble quarry in Ruskeala is a lake, above which rise 25-meter marble rocks, going deep under the emerald water.
The canyon consists of mining workings that create amazing arches, halls with marble columns, as well as caves, although man-made, but looking like natural.
The deposit of marble was discovered in the middle of the XVII century. It was developed by order of Catherine II, when St. Petersburg needed material for the construction of palaces and temples. For these purposes, a huge amount of marble was required, and the nearest deposit turned out to be on the site of the current Ruskeala.
Belarus🇧🇾, Mir Castle
Mir Castle is one of the most important tourist attractions of Belarus, an outstanding defense structure of the XVI century, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The castle today is a complex that includes a museum, two conference halls, a hotel, and a restaurant. Festivals, exhibitions and concerts, scientific conferences are held in the castle, tourists constantly come here, wedding ceremonies are often held within the walls of the castle.
Inside the Mir Castle, you can see a lot, namely 39 expositions of historical and cultural content that tell about past events in this castle. There are armor, installations, paintings, and scenes from life.
Italy 🇮🇹 ,Scala dei Turchi
Scala dei Turchi is a stepped rock on the coast of Realmonte near Porto Empedocle in the province of Agrigento. The cliff, prominent in the sea, became popular after being mentioned in Andrea Camilleri's novels about Commissioner Montalbano.
The name of the rock can be translated from Italian as "Turkish staircase". This picturesque place attracts many tourists who love the sea and Sicily.
The white rock consists of soft limestone. Nature, a great artist, created smoothed steps and terraces with the help of wind and water. Climbing these steps, it seems that you find yourself at the top of a giant meringue. Against the background of the whiteness of the steps, the sea seems even more azure-blue.
In summer, the sun bakes very much here, but the rocks do not overheat – you can walk barefoot on them. You just need to be careful not to slip, especially on wet stones. The bravest cross the entire cliff and swim on the sparsely populated western beach.
Brazil 🇧🇷 , Rio de Janeiro, Sugarloaf Mountain
It rises above Guanabara Bay, reaching 396 m. It got its "sweet" name because of its similarity to a piece of sugar, which is extracted by manual production from local cane. Literally translated, the name of the mountain sounds like "sugar bread".
The Indians, who once lived at its foot, considered Sugar Loaf to be the guardian of the bay. There is almost no vegetation on it, as it is an igneous rock. But there are a lot of tourists who want to admire the beauty of Rio de Janeiro from the peak of one of the main attractions of the city
From the top of the Sugar Loaf, there are stunning views of Guanabara Bay and islands in the ocean, the Niteroi Bridge, a strip of famous Rio beaches and, most importantly, the statue of Christ on Mount Corcovado. Panoramas are so beautiful that they may seem unreal!
In the tropical forest of Urca, you can see a lot of interesting things — small cappuccino monkeys, exotic birds, huge breadfruit, reed thickets, etc.
Venezuela 🇻🇪, Mount Roraima
Roraima is one of the main attractions of the Latin American continent. "Roraima" translates as "big blue-green mountain". The flat top of the tepui rises high above the clouds.
It seems to the traveler who conquered Roraima that they were on another planet: the views opening from the top of the mountain look so unrealistic. Being on Roraima can be compared to being on a desert island. Only instead of the blue waters of the Tepui sea, an ocean of milky-white clouds surrounds it
In the low-lying areas of Roraima, the climate is almost the same as at the top of Table Mountain. The seasons of drought here are replaced by rainy seasons. The higher you climb the mountain, the colder and wetter the air becomes. In the morning, the temperature does not exceed 0 ° C.
The rainy season lasts from May to October. During this period, fog descends on the plateau, which does not dissipate for weeks. It is not recommended to visit Mount Roraima during the rainy season.
USA 🇺🇸, Zion National Park
Zion National Park is an area with a unique ecosystem, natural landscape and climate. The park complex is located in the southwest of Utah. The protected area is located in the Colorado River area. The most famous place in the reserve is Zion Canyon, which is located in the floodplain of the Virgin River.
The landscape and nature of the park annually attracts a large number of visitors from different corners of the earth. In 2018, more than 4 million people visited the protected complex. There are rivers, canyons, natural arches, mountains and hills on the territory of the US National Park. The fauna and flora of the reserve is interesting for the variety of species of flora and fauna.
The rock formations of the canyons of the National Park are represented by Navajo sandstone of red-brown color. On the territory of the complex there is an opportunity to try hiking along specially equipped trails, take an excursion program with a ranger or stay overnight at a campsite.
Slovenia 🇸🇮 , Socha River
The emerald Socha River, the magical Socha River, the fabulous Socha River ... well, what else can you say, looking at this unreal color of water, in which the blue sky of Slovenia is reflected like an echo. Due to its color, waterfalls, rapids, gorges and fantastic landscapes that accompany the river throughout its entire length, Socha is considered one of the most beautiful rivers in Europe. No wonder the film "Chronicles of Narnia" was shot on it — the fairy tale is everywhere here.
The Socha River (it. Isonzo) originates from a karst spring under the Vrsic Pass, at the slopes of Velike Stine in western Slovenia. Flowing through the glacial Trent Valley, and then through the Bov Valley, Socha flows southwest towards the city of Kobarid
and, flowing under the Napoleon Bridge, spreads widely at the town of Most on Sochi.
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Germany 🇩🇪, Hohenschwangau Castle
The Bavarian Hohenschwangau Castle stands on a hill among dense forests opposite the Neuschwanstein Castle, towering on a high cliff. It is located in Germany, near the town of Fussen.
The name of the favorite residence of the Bavarian kings literally translates into Russian as "high swan land". The castle seemed to have grown up among dense vegetation, here the members of the royal family took a break from state affairs surrounded by amazing nature.
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In the 12th century, a fortress was built on this site for the great knights of Schwangau. In the 16th century, after the extinction of the knight families, the Schwanstein fortress turned into an unnecessary structure.
In 1829, the Bavarian Crown Prince Maximilian II, arriving in these places, was completely fascinated by the beauty of forests and lakes. The panorama opening from the ruins of the fortress struck him so much that he immediately bought this territory and began construction.
Iran 🇮🇷 , Kandovan village
It is located in the Sekhend volcanic massif at the foot of Mount Sahand, between Tabriz and the city of Osku. Tourist attraction.
The village is known for its dwellings, streets and staircases cut into igneous rock. Many of the houses are located both inside the mountain and protrude beyond it. The oldest buildings date back to the XIV century. The settlement was founded by people who fled from the Mongol invasion.
Some of these cave dwellings are more than 700 years old, and they are still inhabited. Due to the composition of the breed, the houses maintain a comfortable climate all year round. The village is registered with the National Heritage Society of Iran
The width of the walls in houses varies from 2 to 3 m, and good insulation is the main factor of energy saving. There is a very low temperature difference inside the structures, since in winter the temperature in the room is higher than the air outside, and in summer vice versa.