Salt flats are dried-up desert lakes. They have some of the unique natural features on earth, a vast expanse of impressive white sheets, glinting facades, and picturesque landscapes. But how do salt flats form? They form in closed hollows where rainfall can’t drain away. In a wet climate, a lake would form but, in a desert, the…
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…
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…
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…
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 were told our beer needs to be refreshed with ice cubes otherwise it goes warm within minutes we doubted about staying in Phuket. However, we fell in love with the place before we finish the beer. The friendliness, warmth and great smile of its people conquered our hearts. Although Phuket is only one…
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.…
Geoglyphs are large artworks constructed by ancient civilizations on grounds which often can only be viewed from the air. Despite our best efforts, their actual purpose and the identity of their creators remain mysteries to this day. Listed below the World’s 9 Most Mysterious Geoglyphs. Sajama Lines, Bolivia 9 In a remote part of the Oruro…
Easter Island, also known as Rapa Nui, is a tiny volcanic island halfway between Oceania and South America, at the southeasternmost point of the Polynesian triangle. Easter Island is mostly famous for the Moai, massive human figures carved from stone by the Rapa Nui people between 1250 and 1500 AD. The 887 giant Moai statues…
Situated just 48 km (30 miles) from the shore of Venezuela, Curaçao is one of the Dutch islands, part of the kingdom of the Netherlands in the South Caribbean Sea, just outside of the hurricane belt, which makes it a great spot to visit year-round. From astounding scuba diving experiences to breathtaking nature parks. With…
One of the most remote and beautiful places on earth and a world heritage site, comprising of 13 major volcanic islands (and more than 40 smaller islands). The Galápagos Islands are a series of volcanic islands that straddle either side of the Equator about 926 km (575 miles) west of Mainland Ecuador. Having literally risen from…
The Turks and Caicos Islands, a British overseas territory near the Bahamas in the Caribbean, consisting of 40 islands and cays, 8 of which are inhabited. It is arguably an excellent destination for divers and snorkelers and one of the most beautiful places in the world with over 370 km (230 miles) of nearly abandoned…
The Cayman Islands are an overseas British territory located on the Western Caribbean Sea, 145 km (90 miles) south of Cuba. The country is made up of 3 islands namely; Cayman Brac, Little Cayman, and Grand Cayman. It became famous in the 1980s for its rich offshore banking system and nowadays it is the world’s 5th largest financial center, only…
Bermuda is a semi-tropical paradise made up of 181 coral covered lava based islands, just a two-hour flight from most East Coast U.S. cities. World’s most beautiful pink sandy beaches (yes, they really are pink), crystal clear turquoise ocean waters with breathtaking marine life, crisp colonial architecture, warm weather, and a fascinating sea-faring history combined with authentic British charm.…
Holding the title of the world’s southernmost city, Ushuaia is flanked by the most southern point of the Andes Mountain range. If you are interested in hopping on a boat to Antarctica, it is from Ushuaia that you would do so! The end of the world is an incredible place with many activities like taking…
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…
Okunoshima is a tiny island, located off the coast of Hiroshima, that was used as a secret army base and the site of Japan’s secret chemical-weapons-production factory during World War II. From 1929 to 1945, more than 7,000 tons of poison gas were manufactured on the remote island, and the program was shrouded in secrecy.…
Antarctica is not only the fifth largest of all continents, but it is also the highest and windiest continent. There are basically two kinds of people wandering around the South Pole: (Santa and his elves are not some of them) those who live there due to scientific research and tourists. Nobody lives in Antarctica permanently…
The Mediterranean is one of my favorite spots in the world. You never know what new gem you will find throughout the journey. This time, I went to Turkey to visit the dazzling city of Pamukkale located in southwestern Anatolia.[booking_product_helper shortname=”pamukkale”] Pamukkale, which in Turkish means “Cotton Castle”, is a fantastic spectacle, made up of petrified…
Surrounded by natural beauty such as mountains, glaciers, and vast wildlife, visitors to Alaska have the opportunity to relax and enjoy themselves as well as an adventure-filled trip. Alaska offers myriad settings for outdoor enthusiasts to explore. No other place promises such easy and overwhelming immersion in the wild world like this. Here is our…