Volcanic eruptions are a result of glowing hot magma being forced up from the mantle through vents in the earth’s crust. They are active, dangerous, sometimes causing devastating results, but also creating a fertile soil around them. The volcanoes have been worshiped and feared for ages blasting billions of tons of ash and lava into the…
Join us on a journey through surreal and intensely colored landscapes and take a look at some of the strangest and most vibrant sights in the world. There is no Photoshop here, these color-drenched images are all one-of-a-kind feasts for the eyes and WOW Travel has witnessed many of them itself. Enjoy the 50 Most…
More than a list, the following is a tribute to these fearless guardians of the world. Find out which are the 5 Oldest Trees In The World. 5 Gran Abuelo, Chile – 3,640 The Alerce is a common name for Fitzroya cupressoides, a towering tree species native to the Andes mountains. There is almost no telling how old…
A zoo is a managed space for animals created for the sole purpose of wildlife conservation and the education of people. Actually, there are many zoos in the world that conserve and breed rare and endangered species. These places also create awareness about behavior, living conditions, and the breeding of animals. Check out our list…
The sight of a waterfall cascading from a height is one of the most captivating natural wonders in the world. Actually, it’s breathtaking to witness water hitting the rocks or splashing in all directions. Possibly, you can relate to a city or a beach or any other tourist attraction by visiting similar places near you.…
Few places in the USA can offer you what the state parks in Texas offer: miles and miles of magnificent rocky hills, scenic trails, diverse wildlife, and so many more. Each of these parks brings stunning landscapes that you won’t find anywhere else. Here, enjoy a wide range of outdoor adventures while marveling at the…
Whether planted deliberately with a hope that the trees grow eventually into a tunnel or trees that have taken off at will to form an incredible tunnel is impossible to argue that the beauty of tree tunnels is nothing short of spectacular.
Do you know the population animal is higher than people in many areas of Canada? That says a lot about this country and its wildlife. It should also be enough evidence of how well they preserve their natural integrity and beauty. Indeed, these national parks in Canada promise more than natural ambiance. There are so…
A euphoric experience awaits those brave enough to reach the top mountain peaks. Even more so, if you are to conquer some of the world’s hardest mountains to climb in the world. It’s no joke though because even seasoned hikers find these difficult due to unforgiving weather conditions, objective hazards, and potential altitude sickness, among…
A rope bridge, sometimes called simple suspension, is a type of bridge which is supported by anchors on either side and usually hangs over a body of water or gorge. Rope bridges can be extremely scary, but there are some which take the fear factor to another level. Here is a list of some of the…
Traveling the world has been a lifelong dream for many of us. Yet our dreams are challenged year-by-year against some natural conditions causing the extinction of both more familiar and off-the-beaten-track places around the world and their ecosystems. Thousands of indigenous species, habitats, islands and mountains have been at risk for several decades now, perhaps,…
Buddhist monasteries generally called ‘viharas’ have been around for centuries. They first came into existence around the fourth century BC as retreat centers during the wet season. Monks and nuns were restricted from moving around too much during this three-month period to prevent any disturbance to the growth of plants and also to protect them…
The world is vast, yet technology has made it possible to unearth cities and places buried underground for centuries. Faster and more efficient travel has made it possible to reach places that were quite inaccessible in the past. Yet, despite all this advancement, there are some places that remain a mystery and are still considered…
Most people who travel to a scenic destination do a lot of research before they zero in on a hotel. Everyone wants a room with a great view and you can be sure that hotels with fantastic views sell out very quickly, especially during peak season. There are plenty of hotels worldwide with fantastic views,…
For thousands of years, rivers have always been the source of humans need from mother nature. We use them for drinking water, irrigation in agriculture, and transportation. Not to mention how rivers can produce electricity through hydroelectric dams. Nowadays, we seek leisure activities such as swimming, fishing, and boating in some of the best rivers.…
When we hear the term “volcano,” fearsome visuals of movies such as Dante’s Peak, Pompeii, and even the eponymous 1997 Tommy Lee Jones movie Volcano come to mind. There’s something absolutely terrifying about searing hot magma from the earth shooting into the sky. While it might seem like the volcanoes that have recently erupted are…
Imagine a wide, vast open stretch of land stretching out to as far as the eye can see – and beyond the horizon too. Deserts are a defining geographical phenomenon on earth and utterly gorgeous ones at that. Whether it’s the sandy deserts of Africa, the barren ones of Central Asia, or the cold deserts…
Mother Nature is wise and knows what she does. She is the greatest artist of all times and had shaped our beautiful planet over centuries, painted it with incredible colors and furnished it with breathtaking forests, sand dunes, lakes, and to decorate the shorelines of our continents she created the sea stacks. These steep rock…
Lakes are some of the most beautiful natural water formations on earth, and although there are more than three million lakes worldwide, there are some that just stand out from the crowd. From pink lakes in Australia to a lake filled with harmless jellyfish in Palau. Check out our list of the 10 Most Unusual Lakes…
Beach always means happy times and good sunshine. It means refreshing cocktails, water sports, friends, family or why not me and my favorite book. The world is full of marvelous spots you have not seen yet but WOW Travel put together for you a list of 10 most unique beaches on earth. Monte Carlo, Monaco 1 The…
Our world is paved by more than 18.5 million km (11.5 million miles) of roadways. Many roads are so stunningly beautiful that they became iconic destinations in their own, promising distinct adventures at every turn. But there are 10 that rank among the Most Scenic Drives In The World. Overseas Highway, Florida, USA 1 Built in 1938 on top…
Here are our picks for the 10 most incredible cliffs in the world. Acantilados de Los Gigantes, Tenerife – 1 These sea cliffs along the western coast of the Canary Island Tenerife are almost vertical walls and reach heights of 500 meters (1640 ft) in some places and represent the highest cliffs of the Canaries. Across a small…
An impact crater, also known as meteorite crater is a crater created by a collision of a meteorite with the Earth surface. Our planet is dotted with 175 known impact craters that bear witness to occasional explosive encounters with large rocks from outer space, but surely our planet has endured more bashing than that in its history.…
Carved out over millions of years, by the elements, canyons are undoubtedly one of the world’s most amazing natural wonders. They can be less than 3 feet across yet well over thousands feet deep! Hidden away, and with walls that remind us of abstract art. These canyons hold great beauty and every single one is unique,…