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Sri Lanka 🇱🇰, Ambuluvava
The Temple of the four religions of Ambuluwawa (Ambuluwawa Temple). Built in 2006, the complex leaves no one indifferent – climbing to the top of the tower, you will be able to appreciate the grandeur of the mountains that surround it from all sides.
Ambuluwawa Temple stands on the mountain of the same name with a height of 900 meters, let's add the height of the tower itself 48 meters – the views from here are simply impressive! The ascent to the top is very specific – it is such a spiral staircase, most of which passes outside, and not inside the structure.
Another nuance is that the staircase, like the tower itself, narrows upwards, and at the end of the way, two people who meet there will hardly be able to disperse. The railings there are quite low, which will help to fully experience the extremity of such a climb!
Spain 🇪🇸, Cathedral Beach
The beach of the Cathedrals is located in the vicinity of the town of Ribadeo, in the north-west of Spain. Its second name is the Holy Water Beach. This is a unique combination of sharp rocks and ledges with the sea and a sandy area that opens to visitors only at low tide. The place is one of the favorites among tourists of all ages visiting Galicia.
Holy Water Beach is a wild place, there are no cafes, sun beds and umbrellas familiar to tourists. This is due to the unstable functioning of the beach — only at low tide. When the water arrives, almost the entire sandy strip disappears, leaving only a small island of land near the stairs specially equipped for descent. All the infrastructure is available above — at the entrance to the beach. Parking, tables and benches create a resort atmosphere here on sunny days.
Russia🇷🇺, Moscow, Flower Jam Festival
Landscape designers of Russia compete with each other and create incredibly colorful and unusual gardens from various flowers and plants. Florists admit that sometimes it takes several thousand flowers and plants to create a composition, while each element requires attention.
The largest site turned out to be the "City of Flowers", located on Manezhnaya Square, for its placement it was necessary to allocate a little more than 5 thousand square meters.
Great Britain
🇬🇧, Castle Combe village
Castle Combe is the most beautiful village in England. Its fabulous and unusual appearance will not leave indifferent even the most seasoned tourist. There are old houses here at every step, you find yourself as if on the set of a historical or fantasy film
This village is ranked second by the Times magazine — the 30 most beautiful villages in the world. Attracts many tourists with its tranquility and beauty, as well as beautiful examples of medieval buildings, including a medieval church.
The history of this village began in the XII century, when a castle was built here, the name of which later served for the name of the village. In the XIV century, the castle was destroyed, and houses for ordinary residents began to be built from its stones.
In the XV century, the village was quite prosperous, this was facilitated by the wool industry. Almost all the houses were built during this period, and have not changed their appearance since those ancient times.
Czech Republic 🇨🇿, Moravia
Moravia is one of the three historical Czech lands, the other two are Bohemia and Silesia. These regions no longer exist as administrative units, but are mentioned in the Czech Constitution, and their symbols are present on the Czech coat of arms. Moravia is the second largest and most populous of these regions, it borders Poland, Slovakia and Austria.
The second unofficial name of the region is "Czech Tuscany", because of the smooth lines of the fields, reminiscent of the hills of Tuscany and the foothills of the Austrian Alps.
Here you will find fantastic landscapes, rich local folklore and famous hills covered with dense forests and numerous vineyards, colorful and smoothly outlined fields, neat houses and ancient gardens, picturesque meadows and ascents.
Surprisingly, these landscapes resemble a woven carpet, and not the work of Mother Nature.
The landscapes of South Moravia in the spring are one of the most beautiful and photogenic places in the Czech Republic.
Armenia 🇦🇲, natural monument "Symphony of Stones"
Not far from Yerevan there is a unique natural monument "Symphony of Stones". This attraction is located on one of the most popular tourist routes, but because of the bad road, guides often avoid it.
The object is a gorge, the rocks of which consist of huge basalt pillars hanging above the ground at a height of about 50 meters. Their special shape in the form of hexagons and vertical arrangement are very similar to the pipes of the organ, in connection with which the monument has received several names — "Stone Organ", "Basalt organ", but is better known as "Symphony of Stones". Also, some tourists compare poles with pencils.
The main version of the origin of the "Symphony of Stones" is volcanic activity. Scientists agree that the unusual shape of basalt pillars was formed during natural processes and subsequent rock collapses.
Mexico🇲🇽 , Rio Lagartos
The Rio Lagartos Nature Reserve on the Yucatan Peninsula is one of the most striking natural attractions of the Caribbean coast of Mexico.
Here are the pink lakes of Las Coloradas. The water in them is really pink. Lakes are artificial reservoirs used for salt extraction. The color of the water is determined by the high concentration of salt and microorganisms living in this water.
You can't swim in lakes and even wet your feet, because the extracted salt is used for food purposes. And the lakes themselves are surrounded by a moat in many places, so it is not always possible to get close to the water. In the same place where you can approach the water, you will have to pay 50 MXN per person for entering the territory of the salt-producing plant.
The lakes got their name thanks to the pink-tinged water. The snow-white shore bordering the reservoirs and the blue azure of the sky complete the stunning picture.
Greece🇬🇷, Lefkada Island
Lefkada resort in Greece is recognized as one of the most picturesque and beautiful in the country. The island got its name, which means "white" in the local language, thanks to the sheer white cliffs along the western coast.
On this island of Greece with an area of 325 sq. km. slightly less than 23 thousand people live.
The main feature of the resort is the dense vegetation that covers almost the entire island, and several small bays. For an ideal holiday, an excellent infrastructure has been created, covering the whole of Lefkada.
The island is part of the Ionian Archipelago. It is covered with dense vegetation, especially in the southern and eastern parts. Tourists are attracted here by endless golden beaches, a gradual, gentle descent into the water.
Lefkada Island in Greece is primarily famous for its beaches. Many note that epithets in excellent form are well deserved and not at all exaggerated.
Australia🇦🇺 , Christmas Island
Christmas Island is a real paradise for diving enthusiasts. Tropical reefs overgrown with unusually beautiful corals that go into the abyss. The underwater landscape is a magnificent sight that defies description.
If we talk about fishing, then we can safely say that such a large number of huge fish can not be seen everywhere. The ocean current often brings large shoals of tuna to the coast. You can watch how these fish catch their food almost on the very surface for hours, because the weight of each fish is more than a hundred kilograms.
Tourism on Christmas Island is very poorly developed due to the fact that there are few beaches, the coast is mostly rocky, but there are a small number of picturesque coves that are located in colorful and secluded places. Therefore, people come to the island, tired of the hustle and bustle and eager for solitude and contemplation of the amazing flora and fauna of the island, almost untouched by man nature.
Samo 🇦🇸, Lake To Sua
One of the last hidden paradises on Earth is To Sua Lake (To Sua Ocean Trench). Anyone who has reached this place, densely shrouded in plants, needs to overcome his fear of heights in order to descend a 30 m long staircase.
Daredevils expect an extraordinary pleasure. When you swim in turquoise water, you feel as if you have found a hidden treasure. Lake To Souda is located near the town of Lotofaga on the southern shore of Upolu Island, which belongs to the Most.
While the owners of many thermal springs and pools are artificially trying to surround them with palm trees and lots of greenery to create the right atmosphere, everything is real at Lake To Sua. Here the visitor swims surrounded by a luxurious garden created by nature.
However, swimming in the lake is not free. Before the stairs, you need to pay for the entrance from 5 to 12 euros. If desired, you can also explore the water-filled cave.
Cuba🇨🇺, Cayo Blanco Island
The island of Cayo Blanco, located near Varadero, is a picturesque natural complex, where there is everything you need for a calm, relaxed beach holiday. There is a warm and affectionate emerald-colored sea, white sand, as well as many species of plants and underwater animals.
The island itself is uninhabited. Therefore, travelers who want privacy and tranquility are so eager to come here. Pristine nature and beaches, where there are far fewer people than on the beaches of Varadero, attract tourists from all over the globe.
In addition, there is a large coral reef near the island, which is very popular among divers. Here you can see a lot of colorful tropical fish, octopuses, crabs, lobsters and other underwater inhabitants. And there is also a very interesting underwater landscape with many tunnels and gorges. The reef itself is located in the northern part of the island.
USA 🇺🇸 , Canarra Creek Canyon
Canara Creek Canyon is located north of Zion National Park and less than an hour east of Canarraville, Utah, in the United States.
This small canyon attracts tourists and photographers from all over the world. They are attracted mainly by two waterfalls that block upstream movement through a narrow gap. The water flows here all year round, and travelers have to cross the stream in many places. The hike to the base of the first waterfall is short and easy.
A tree with boards nailed to it is attached to the first waterfall to provide support for hands and feet.
This place attracts all photographers and nature lovers with its beauty.
The canyon is accessible for hiking to tourists with almost any level of physical fitness.
Opening of the Christmas market in Detroit, USA.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina 🇧🇦, Mostar
Mostar is a city in the south of Bosnia and Herzegovina, unique in that it combines two cultures, European and Asian, and two religions – Islam and Christianity.
The name of the settlement was given by a bridge built by the Ottoman Turks in the middle of the XVI century and called the Old One. The main attraction of the city was destroyed in the 90s of the twentieth century during the Bosnian War. But already in the 2000s, the bridge over the Neretva, which connected the two parts of the city, was restored, becoming a symbol of a return to peaceful life.
Tourists who come to Mostar are given the opportunity to visit two cultures at the same time – it is only necessary to cross the Old Bridge over the Neretva. On the east side of the river stretches the Muslim part of the city, with stunning mosques, and on the west – the Christian, with beautiful churches.
Chile 🇨🇱, Torres del Paine
Torres del Paine is a picturesque and impressive mountain range in Chile and a national park. 12 million years ago, retreating glaciers formed a bizarre landscape: granite towers and ledges, turquoise and emerald lakes. Staying in this national park for a long time will leave in your memory memories of beautiful mountain peaks, glaciers, icebergs, waterfalls, wildlife. No matter how many days you visit here, you will be rewarded with magnificent landscapes and unforgettable moments.
It is visited annually by more than 100,000 people a year. Despite a significant increase in visitors (in 1981, the park received only 5,000 people), it can hardly be called a visited park. For example, Yosemite National Park with an area slightly larger than the Chilean Park receives about 5 million visitors, ten times more.
Georgia 🇬🇪, Eco House Merisi Hotel
The most amazing hotel in Georgia is located on the mountainside in the village of Merisi in mountainous Adjara. It's not difficult to get there. A good road, only 50 km or an hour and a half by car from Batumi.
The main distinguishing feature of the houses is a fully glass bedroom hanging over a cliff with a giant bed more than two meters wide, breathtaking and giving stunning panoramic views.
Another business card of the hotel is a Jacuzzi located on a huge outdoor veranda. Enjoy the view of the Caucasus mountains sitting in the bathroom in foam and a glass of wine in your hand – what could be more pleasant?! Bath foam is provided free of charge.
Large hammocks (about 2 meters wide) also attract tourists. And, of course, beautiful photos are obtained here.
Each cottage has a wood-burning stove with a glass door through which you can admire the burning wood.
Eco House Merisi is a boutique hotel, so all the houses have different designs, but one common idea.
USA 🇺🇸, New York, Oculus Transport Hub
One of the main attractions of Downtown New York is the new transport hub “Oculus". The stunning glass and steel structure connects 11 metro lines, a commuter train station and accommodates a shopping center with beautiful transitions to the nearest skyscrapers of the business center. It is easy to get here from different points of New York to walk, shop and, of course, take pictures.
This incredible creation of architect Santiago Calatrava has spread its wings among the complex of buildings of the World Trade Center in the financial quarter of Lower Manhattan. The station is the terminus of a line of commuter trains running from New Jersey Newark - World Trade Center and the Hoboken - World Trade Center line.
The most unexpected part of this complex is a pedestrian underpass 180 meters long, which connects two different parts of the World Trade Center. Its construction cost $ 225 million, and now it is the most expensive underpass in the world.
Hungary🇭🇺, Budapest, Fisherman's Bastion
The Fisherman's Bastion is one of the most popular and recognizable sights of Budapest. It is located on a hilltop in Buda and is visible from almost anywhere in the city.
This is a favorite place of tourists for several reasons at once: firstly, a stunningly picturesque view opens from the bastion. The main bridges of the capital of Hungary, spanning the Danube River, appear before you in the palm of your hand, immediately behind them the Basilica of St. Stephen, as if descended from souvenir postcards, and the rest of the historic district of Pest, and a little to the left stretches Orsaghaz — the Hungarian Parliament building.
Secondly, the place itself seems unusual and fabulous: towers, terraces, balustrades resemble the scenery for a historical film. Walking along the walls of the bastion, it seems that even time stopped here several hundred years ago.
Russia 🇷🇺, Cape Evstafia
Cape Evstafia is one of the most beautiful places on Sakhalin. The arrival of numerous tourists to the place is certainly accompanied by delight and admiration. Fogs, thick clouds or bright sun — all this can flash there in a few hours. The road to the cape is not easy, it is necessary to overcome about 150 km, of which 23 km along a very impassable segment, but it is worth seeing the cape with your own eyes.
The cape is known for its unusual shape: almost the entire island of the rock goes into the sea, and only a narrow isthmus seems to hold it on a leash near the shore.
After spending the day and evening on the seashore and observing the beauty of nature, travelers are filled with energy, feel spiritual harmony and fullness of life.
Cape Evstafia is only 51 meters high, but it offers stunning views and panoramas, where you can experience an extraordinary feeling of flight.
Italy 🇮🇹, Rome, Pantheon Temple
The Pantheon Temple is one of the main attractions of Rome. The structure was erected by the son-in-law of the emperor Augustus, Agrippa, in 27 BC. At the beginning, the temple had a square shape, after that it was repeatedly restored, as a result, it became round during the reign of Hadrian, in 118-125.
Until the 7th century, the temple was dedicated to seven gods: Jupiter, Mars, Venus, Pluto, Neptune, Saturn and Mercury. In the 600s, it was almost destroyed, but the Pantheon was saved by the fact that it became Christian.
The temple is considered a unique structure: its dome and walls merge into a single whole. The walls are 6 meters thick each, they are held thanks to a massive foundation. Today it is unknown what kind of material the dome of the Pantheon is made of. In its center is the so-called "Eye of the Pantheon", which is a round-shaped hole measuring 9 meters.
Spain, Port Aventura Amusement Park
The Port Aventura Amusement Park is located in Spain, in the city of Salou, which is located near Barcelona.
This is the most popular Spanish family recreation park and resort, where more than three million tourists from all over the world relax every year, which also makes it the sixth most visited entertainment park in Europe. The Port Aventura complex opened in 1995 and now occupies an area of 117 hectares, where more than 40 attractions are located.
The Port Aventura theme park is thematically divided into six zones -"countries" — according to the geographical principle, which allows you to present a walk in the park as a trip around the world, and visiting the attractions as an unforgettable adventure on the way. "Countries" in order (from the entrance to the park): the Mediterranean, the Wild West, Mexico, China, Polynesia and the bright children's country of Sesame.
Germany🇩🇪, Hamburg, Elbe Philharmonic
The Elbe Philharmonic is a cultural center in Hamburg, located on the island of Gasbrook. Quite often, the Elbe Philharmonic is called a "musical ship" — the building looks very much like a floating vehicle.
This building is a masterpiece of modern architecture. The Philharmonic Hall has an extremely unusual design, and the facade of the building is lined with sparkling quartz.
The architectural structure is quite "young" — it was built on the roof of the port warehouse, which is currently part of the coastal quarter of HafenCity, and was commissioned in 2014.
The Elbe Philharmonic serves as a concert venue for performances of modern musical groups. Concerts here are very large—scale - modern equipment allows you to accommodate large orchestras on stage and broadcast performances with excellent sound.
Russia 🇷🇺, Moscow, Petrovsky Travel Palace
Petrovsky Travel Palace in Moscow — a monument of Russian Neo—Gothic architecture - was built in the 1776-1780-ies by decree of Catherine II. The building served as a temporary residence for the nobility traveling from St. Petersburg to Moscow. In addition to its practical function, the palace had a symbolic character — its construction was timed to coincide with the victory in the Russian-Turkish war.
From the moment of its foundation to the present day, the Petrovsky Palace has undergone many changes, but today it is reopened to guests: on the second floor of the main building there is a luxury boutique hotel, on the ground floor there is a museum. The architectural ensemble of the XVIII century oversees the Reception House of the Moscow City Hall and high-level guests often stay in the palace.
Building "A" - for those who are in the subject
Australia🇦🇺, Christmas Island, crab migration
Christmas Island is a relatively small (135 sq. km) island of volcanic origin in the Indian Ocean, belonging to Australia.
The main attraction of the island is the annual migration of 100 million red crabs (Gecarcoidea natalis), during the mating season, which takes place around mid-October to January, setting off on a multi-day journey from the rain forests to the shores of the ocean, while covering everything that comes in the way with an orange-red carpet: roads, playgrounds, courtyards, buildings.
It is difficult to accurately predict the date of migration, it all depends on when the wet season begins. In order to reach the shore, the crabs need about 18 days. One of the most impressive natural migrations is taking place – the synchronous movement of tens of millions of crabs for several kilometers.
The ground red crab is a species of crustacean that lives only on Christmas Island.
Portugal 🇵🇹, Pena Palace
The Pena Palace, which is located on a high cliff in Sintra in Portugal, is a beautiful historical and cultural monument built in the XIX century. The unique building, which combines many architectural styles, was erected specifically for Duke Ferdinand of Saxe-Coburg-Gotha.
A beautiful castle and park were founded on the ruins of a small monastery. And now it is a favorite tourist site, where the museum is located.
The Pena castle consists of two parts: The old monastery of the Order of St. Jerome, which dates back to the XVI century and the wing built in the XIX century by King Ferdinand II. These objects were united by a fortress surrounding them.
A large-scale reconstruction of the Pena Palace in Sintra took place in 1994, when the structure was painted in bright colors that were not used 150 years ago: the monastery was painted in pink, the New palace was painted in yellow or ochre.
Croatia 🇭🇷, Korcula Island
Korcula is an island located in the Adriatic Sea. The size of Korcula is about 276 km. sq. Population — 16 thousand people, which is the second indicator among the islands of Croatia. One of the most beautiful settlements is the city of Korcula, which can be found in the east of the island. It has about 3 thousand.
Tourism and the planting of thermophilic plants is considered the main source of income of the island. Grapes, olives and all kinds of fruit plants are grown on Korcula. The local population is actively engaged in fishing and subsequent processing of fish. And also well-known and high-quality varieties of wines are made at Korchul, among which "Grk" and "Poship" stand out.
The island of Korcula began its history in ancient times. This is proved by the fact that Neolithic burial sites, Phoenician habitats and the remains of colonies of the ancient Greeks were found on it. In the VIII century, tribal communities of Slavs sailed to Korchula.
Scotland 🏴, Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle is the most famous monument of Edinburgh, built in the XI century. The castle is located on the Castle Rock, it is an ideal place for defense, and it had to be defended many times, since the invaders rushed here from Roman times until the middle of the XVIII century. Since the XI century, the royal residence was located, King Malcolm III and Queen Margaret settled in the castle.
The treasury houses the jewels of the Scottish crown - it is the oldest treasury in the British Isles. The jeweled crown is made of Scottish gold, the last time it was worn by Charles II in 1651. In 1707, the jewels were hidden after the conclusion of the Act of Union and discovered more than 100 years later by Sir Walter Scott, the famous novelist. The "Stone of Destiny", which was kept under the Coronation Throne in Westminster Abbey for more than 700 years, was returned in 1996 and is also located here.
Australia 🇦🇺, Uluru Rock
Uluru can be considered a geographical miracle only because of its size. The monolith of red sandstone protrudes above the plain by an average of 348 m, and its highest point is at 869 m above sea level.
Uluru Rock is formed by almost vertical layers of extremely durable sandstone, the surface of which has turned red as a result of oxidation. From the north-western and north-eastern sides, erosion has cut deep channels in the rock, from where water gushes during rains - this is how spectacular, but short-lived waterfalls are obtained.
Most tourists try to climb to the top, although the locals would prefer that this not be done. Every year someone is sure to die, and others have to be saved. From the plateau at the top of the cliff there are wonderful views, it is interesting to explore the top, but the ascent is very difficult.
Figure skating on a lake in the Grisons canton in the eastern part of Switzerland, famous for its stunning Alpine landscapes and attracting winter sports enthusiasts. In St. Moritz, a luxurious resort town and the venue of the 1928 and 1948 Winter Olympics, there are ski trails, an outdoor skating rink and ski jumps.
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