The former home of the Byzantines, Macedonia, is a small Balkan nation that boasts a rich and diverse historical past that includes influences from the Roman Empire, Bulgarian Empire and the Ottoman Turks, which translates today in a unique architecture, diverse culture and delicious cuisine. Come here to experience not only Mother Nature’s wonders such…
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…
Forests make up nearly a third of our planet. They help make our planet hospitable to life; they purify the air, manage nutrients, capture greenhouse gases, create soil, play a role in weather systems and are the home to 80% of our terrestrial biodiversity. The following forests are visually stunning and unique. Enjoy the 8 Most Unique Forests Around The…
By definition, a sand dune is a mount or hill of sand that lies behind the part of the beach affected by tides. They are formed over many years when windblown sand is trapped by beach grass or other stationary objects. Only Mother Nature can sculpt some incredible works of art and create one of earth’s most inspiring…
Nature never stops to amaze us with its fascinating phenomenon just like these sinkholes, terrifying massive holes that open up in the Earth without warning. As well as being very dangerous, sinkholes are also a very dramatic geological feature and in most cases they are beautiful. WOW Travel offers you a unique list of the Top 6 Most Amazing Sinkholes On Earth.…
These impressive buildings are the offices of all public meetings and different parliamentary offices. however, government buildings play not only a role in the political life of a country, but they are historical monuments too and a perfect illustration of a country’s heritage. With a government’s deep pockets and motivated by pride and prestige, they are inherently symbolic…
A lost city is a settlement that fell into terminal decline and became extensively or completely uninhabited. The location of many lost cities has been forgotten, but some have been rediscovered and studied extensively by scientists. There are many places around the world that have been in existence longer than we can possibly imagine. From the lost…
Over many centuries, great artists have provided humanity with stunning statues, each having a story to tell. These statues are considered to be beautiful, distinctive and a symbol of different cultures and traditions, but most importantly they have educated, inspired and moved us for centuries and continue to influence our understanding of the world. Here are the Top…
Measuring each mountain’s summit, or tallest point, by their height above sea level, the highest ten mountains on earth, including famous mountains such as Mount Everest and K2, are all located in Asia. Each of these mountains belongs to the “eight-thousanders” club, a list that consists of the 14 mountains on Earth that are 8,000 meters…
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Floating hotels have become a new trend over the past couple of years. As global warming leads to an unforeseen rise in sea levels, vacations on over-water villas and bungalows may be the answer. These breathtaking floating hotels from California to French Polynesia offer the best panoramic views. Enjoy the 7 Coolest Floating Hotels Around…
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,…
A monolith is a monument or natural feature such as a mountain, consisting of a single massive stone or rock. Erosion usually exposes these formations, which are most often made of very hard and solid metamorphic rock. The word monolith comes from the Greek word “monolithos”, derived from mono (“one” or “single”) and lithos (“stone”).…
China shares its borders with 16 other countries, Russia with 14 but at the same time, Japan and Australia don’t have any neighbors. The way borders are drawn and what’s used to delineate them can be really fascinating. While borders seem like permanent fixtures they have revolved throughout time, reminding us that the only constant is change.…
Located along the Rhine, lies Vaduz, the capital of the Principality of Liechtenstein. It is important for our readers to know that this small yet great country is part of the Schengen Area and so its borders are open, but it’s not part of the European Union so they do not use the EURO, but…
Zagreb, a true European treasure, is the largest city of Croatia and an important hub placed at the crossroads of Central Europe, the Mediterranean and the Balkans. It started as a small village named Andautonia 2000 years ago and it is now a fast-growing city and an important economic center. Most of the electric machines…
Sarajevo is the proud capital of the emerging democratic country known as Bosnia and Herzegovina. A small yet vibrant balkanic city filled with history, gorgeous architecture, spectacular scenery and welcoming people. Every corner of this beautiful city has a story to tell, their streets and homes hosted for centuries adherents of Islam, Orthodoxy, Judaism and…
They say Tromso is the entrance to the North Pole but honestly once we spent a couple of hours there we did not want to go further. It may seem like a small village at first but Tromso has developed into a modern city with a diverse, warm and vibrant population from all over Norway, as…
Edinburgh is one of Scotland’s most beautiful cities, known for the Edinburgh Castle, National Gallery, St Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh Zoo and National Museum of Scotland but this incredible metropolis is more than that. It is one of the most popular destinations in Europe for conventions. In the past 2 years Edinburgh hosted more than 151…
If there is one city where everyone feels at home, that is Melbourne. This beautiful metropolis is made up of people from all over the world, 38% of its population was born overseas. Victoria’s vibrant capital is a wonderful city that is often ranked amongst the world’s most livable each year. It is a city…