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Slovenia 🇸🇮
Piran is a small town located on the Adriatic coast, it is washed by the Piran Bay. The city occupies 30 km of the coast and is located next to Croatia and Italy. A whole scattering of historical cultural and architectural monuments has been perfectly preserved in a small area of the city.
The name of the city has Greek roots and means fire in translation. The peninsula juts out deep into the sea and in the past, lights were lit here, which served as a guide for ships.
Today, the resort has rightfully earned the title of a museum city, since unique examples of architecture left by the Illyrians, Celts, Goths, Byzantines, Romans and Slavs in different historical eras have been preserved here.
Iceland 🇮🇸
The Cauldron Ice Cave is a unique cave located in the Ketlujekull Glacier, which is part of Iceland's fourth largest glacier, the Myrdalsjekull Glacier.
Unlike seasonal ice caves, Katla Ice Cave in the south of Iceland remains accessible all year round.
Colombia 🇨🇴
In the Serranía de La Macarena National Park, you can experience quite a thrill – sitting on the edge of a huge waterfall 😱
Japan 🇯🇵
The element shows its power on Mount Ishizuchi
Mount Ishizuchi is one of the seven sacred peaks of Japan. It is called the "Stone Hammer" for its pointed and rocky peak. It is the highest mountain on the island of Shikoku.
It is known not only for its beauty, but also for the difficulty of climbing trails. But the feeling that embraces those who have overcome a difficult climb at the top is priceless.
Iran 🇮🇷
Alien landscapes of the Iranian Deshte Lut desert.
The Deshte Lut desert is a record holder in terms of surface temperature, that is, the earth. In 2005, it warmed up there to a monstrous +71 °C. If suddenly someone comes to mind to walk barefoot on the sand in this place, then the feeling of a hot frying pan is provided for you!
And the air temperatures in these places also match the hottest place – in summer it can be up to +50 ° C, and the average monthly temperature is "only" +39 ° C.
It is clear that nothing living can live and exist at such a temperature.
Indonesia 🇮🇩
A grand mosque has been built in Indonesia, designed for 50,000 people.
Occupying an area of 25.99 hectares, it stands in the middle of the artificial lake Gedebadj.
Due to the fact that it is surrounded by water, the mosque is sometimes called the Al-Jabbar Floating Mosque.
Norway 🇳🇴
If you want to stand on the edge of a 600-meter cliff, see the harsh Lisefjord from a bird's eye view, jump over cracks and climb through clouds on crumbling rocks, then Pulpit Rock is waiting for you.
The Norwegians call this rock Prekestulen (Pulpit). There is something mystical about her beauty. It is not for nothing that many legends and legends are associated with it.
Once upon a time, sacrifices were made here to the harsh northern gods, and criminals were executed. Even nowadays, some unbalanced individuals choose this rock for the exotic completion of accounts with life.
Philippines 🇵🇭
Magpupungko is a natural rock pool that is best visited at low tide and can be found on the east coast of Siargao Island.
Philippines 🇵🇭
Chocolate hills are considered the hallmark of the Philippines. And I must say that they are considered by right. There is still a need to look for such a natural curiosity in the world.
They are located on the island of Bohol, there are more than a thousand of them on the island. No one knows the exact amount. According to some sources, there are 1200 of them, according to others 1,776.
The hills, when viewed from a distance, resemble candy truffles in shape. The same convex smooth shape. And in the dry season (February-May), the grass on the hills burns out and they turn brown, just like candy. Hence the delicious name.
Portugal
🇵🇹, Madeira Island
Constant volcanic processes combined with erosion and tectonic movements have formed an absolutely stunning relief of the island of Madeira in its modern form.
It differs significantly from other islands of the archipelago, the orientation of which coincides with the direction of movement of the African lithospheric plate.
Vietnam 🇻🇳
Every year in Vietnam, from August to November, a water lily is harvested in the Mekong Delta.
Locals not only enjoy the beauty of flowers, but actively add to different dishes.
The stem of the lily is cut into small pieces and added to dishes.
Pieces of the stem can be mixed with pickled shrimps, and sweet and sour soup can be made from them.
Morocco 🇲🇦
The walls of the Todra Canyon on a 600-meter-long section approach each other at a distance of 10 meters, and clean and smooth side rocks rise 160 meters on each side.
A river runs along the bottom of the gorge in a thin trickle, a scion of that furious stormy river that gnawed the Todra Gorge in the local rocks.
The Todra Gorge is inhabited by local Berbers who ride back and forth on donkeys and camels. It is difficult to imagine how they are not afraid that they will be overwhelmed with stones.
Chile 🇨🇱
Incredible views of the Atacama Desert 🤩
Atacama is considered the main attraction of the country, it is distinguished from other deserts of the world by a variety of landscapes.
On an area of 105 thousand km there are salt marshes, sand dunes, small oases, geysers and volcanoes.
Georgia 🇬🇪
The monument to the Georgian alphabet (also known as "Alphabet Tower" and "ABC Tower") is a unique architectural structure located in the capital of Adjara, near the city beach. The monument, stretched up, resembles the structure of DNA. This similarity in architecture expresses the phrase "Language is the genetic code of the nation."
The height of the tower is 130 meters
Together with the sculpture "Ali and Nino", it belongs to the contemporary art of Georgia and forms a new look of Batumi in the so-called "Park of Wonders" area, where several other small sculptures are installed.
The object is one of the most photographed attractions and has no analogues in the world.
Vietnam 🇻🇳
Charming Viettrekking Sapa Hotel in Laokai.
This hotel offers cozy cabins located in the picturesque landscapes of the Sapa region, offering stunning mountain views.
Phansipan Mountain in Sapa is the highest peak of Vietnam and the entire Indochina Peninsula!
Vietnam 🇻🇳
The 6-meter statue of Moana is located in the city of Sapa in Vietnam.
"Moana" is a very popular and successful 2016 Walt Disney animated film, since then the image of the brave girl Moana has become an endless source of inspiration for many works of art and architecture.
The statue of the girl Moana with her eyes closed and her hands raised, as if lifting something into the deep blue sky, will definitely make your photo more interesting.
India 🇮🇳
Tambankadavu Arappa Beach in Kerala is famous for its serene and peaceful atmosphere. Especially compared to the beaches of Goa.
This is a paradise for those who prefer to avoid the hustle and bustle of crowded beaches and appreciate moments of tranquility by the sea.
The beach boasts breathtaking natural beauty characterized by swaying coconut palms, pristine golden sand and the calm Arabian Sea.
Canada 🇨🇦
An amazing evening in Jasper National Park
Jasper National Park is the largest Canadian nature reserve in the Rocky Mountains, created to preserve the unique biodiversity of mountain landscapes and boreal forests.
The nature of Jasper National Park is amazing. The air of the mountain valleys is filled with the scent of pine needles. Giant fir trees, several species of pines, larch, Douglas fir, Engelman spruce and juniper grow in the reserve.
USA 🇺🇸
To date, there are almost 5,000 skyscrapers in the world, structures whose height ranges from 150 meters. There is always a demand for such luxurious buildings, so their number increases every year.
Recently, the Steinway Tower was completed on "billionaires Street" in Manhattan, which, if not the tallest in the world, but surprises with another feature — the skyscraper can be considered the narrowest.
At a height of 435 meters, its foundation measures only 32 by 61 meters.
Vietnam 🇻🇳
Imagine a morning in a villa with a private pool overlooking Vietnamese rice fields 😍
Italy 🇮🇹
The Church of Cristo Re in Sicily was built in 1937 by Francesco Barbaro and was conceived as a monumental tomb for the fallen. The temple stands on a hill with panoramic views, at an altitude of about 60 meters above sea level, on the site of an ancient castle.
There is a view of the strait and the city from the observation deck ahead. The Baroque building has an irregular octagonal shape with a large dome.
On the tower there is a bell with a height of 2.80 meters and a weight of 130 quintals, obtained by casting from bronze enemy guns stolen during the war of 1915-18.
The bell of the shrine is the third largest bell in Italy.
India 🇮🇳
The mesmerizing natural beauty of the Kashmir region
Norway 🇳🇴
An impressive climb to the Weringfossen waterfall
Veringsfossen Waterfall is one of the most visited natural attractions in Norway. Its total height is 182 meters, while the height of the free fall of the water is 145 meters. This creates a simply amazing impression: a huge stream and a picturesque rocky canyon covered with forests.
In these places, a rainbow often appears in the spray, because of this, the waterfall is called "rainbow". It's worth seeing!
Armenia 🇦🇲
The Dzoraget Gorge is one of the most picturesque places in Armenia.⠀
The Dzoraget River (this is how it is translated — River Gorge) It has been making its way through the middle of the plateau for thousands of years.
It is a popular rafting route, including catamarans.
The depth of the canyon is from 100 to 300 meters.
Maldives 🇲🇻
White sand, turquoise sea, warm weather. The definition of paradise for many has a name - "Maldives".
Did you know that the white sand of the Maldives consists of undigested pieces of crushed coral thrown out by a parrot fish. And it doesn't heat up in the sun.
Norway 🇳🇴
The Glam Zipline is 1,381 m long and is the longest zipline in Scandinavia.
The zipline gives an unforgettable experience thanks to a height difference of 305 meters and a descent speed of up to 100 km /h! 🔥
Kazakhstan 🇰🇿
The nature of Kazakhstan is diverse and beautiful!
A large share of the territory is occupied by semi-deserts and deserts, steppes make up 35% of the country's area, a small part of the territory of Kazakhstan is occupied by forests.
Its mountain peaks are harsh and high, and the desert massifs are immense.
By area, the country is in ninth place in the world (2 million 724.9 thousand square kilometers), while the population is only about 17 million people, all other territory uninhabited by people is boundless steppes, deserts and mountains, which serve as a habitat for many animals and birds.
China 🇨🇳
There is something to see in Shanghai at night!
For example, the Shanghai Tower is the second largest building in the world with a height of 632 meters. The Shanghai Financial Center is also one of the tallest buildings in the world, with a height of 492 meters.
Tanzania🇹🇿, Zanzibar Island
Traditional boat in the paradisiacal waters of Zanzibar.️
The boats in Zanzibar are called — Doe. Doe - sturdy teak boats with a characteristic triangular sail.
There are many forms of dow, the first ones were hollows with teak slats nailed on the sides, which formed the sides. There were no nails at that time and the boats were "sewn" with coconut fiber.
To preserve the traditions of Swahili, dow continues to be built on the Tanzanian coast.
It is these boats that are now the main ones for Zanzibar fishermen, they also ride tourists on them.
Greece 🇬🇷
When someone asks about the sights of Santorini, it is the city of Oia that first comes to mind.
And I am, perhaps, the most beautiful city on the whole island of Santorini Located in the northwestern part of the island at an altitude of 100 meters above sea level.
Oia impresses with its architecture, silence and picturesque panoramas. Tiny houses with round roofs, soft lines of stairs and narrow streets, arches, old mills, pure white color and stunning views around.