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Son Doong is the name of the world's largest cave in the world. It is not only huge, but also a very beautiful place filled with wonders. It is almost like an alien world on Earth. What is truly fascinating is the jungle inside the cave. As you can see on these breathtaking images this is without doubt one of the most remarkable places on our planet. Son Doong cave is more than 200 meters wide, 150 meters high, and approx 9 kilometers long, with caverns big enough to fit an entire city street inside them. It located in Son Trach, Bo Trach District, Quang Binh province, Vietnam. The cave was found by a local man named Ho Khanh in 1991 and was recently discovered in 2009 by British cavers, led by Howard Limbert. It was created 2-5 million years ago by river water eroding away the limestone underneath the mountain Where the limestone was weak, the ceiling collapsed creating huge skylights. The underground caverns are not easy to access. Son Doong is situated below another cave in Phong Nha-Ke Bang, though its entry passage is very difficult to traverse. It takes explorers 6 hours of walking through a 10 kilometer long forest path from Truong Son Highway to reach the mouth of Son Dong cave. The Son Doong cave is so large that explorers are still searching for its end!
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Yehliu is the name of a rocky cape on the northeast coast of Taiwan. The cape is known for the interesting rock formations that were formed when ocean waves eroded part of the rocky shore. The formations, called hoodoos, can be seen in the Yeliu Geopark. Some of the rock formations have names based on objects that resemble their shapes. The most famous hoodoo is called “the Queen’s Head.” Yehliu is within the town of Wanli which is between the cities of Taipei and Keelung.
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Horseshoe Bend is a picturesque horseshoe-shaped turn in the Colorado River, just South of the town of Page, Arizona. Visitors can reach Horseshoe Bend by taking a short 1/2 mile (0.8 kilometers) hike off US Route 89 to an overlook 1,000 feet (405 meters) above the river. Horseshoe Bend is part of Glen Canyon, which was carved by the Colorado River over a period of 5 million years. Glen Canyon is also home to the beautiful Lake Powell. Horseshoe Bend is popular with photographers and tourists who seek the beautiful canyon scenery.
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The Frisian Islands Germany
You all must have visited some of the interesting holiday destinations during your vacations. Visit to the Frisian Island of Germany famous exotic. The whole island is completely comprised up with natural beauty and splendor. The majestic natural views are the major attractions for the visitors of these islands. Well if you are also planning to go to these famous Frisian Islands on your next vacations, then you must carefully read this article which contains some of the best features of this famous and majestic holiday destination. The gorgeous Frisian Islands are also known as the Wadden Sea islands or the Wadden islands. This island is located at the Eastern edge of the North Sea which is sited at the North Western hemisphere of Europe. The Frisian Islands form an archipelago and they also connect the North Western part of Netherlands to the Western part of Denmark. These islands also serve as a protecting shield for the mud covered area of the Wadden Sea.
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The Galápagos tortoise or Galápagos giant tortoise (Chelonoidis nigra) is the largest living species of tortoise and 13th-heaviest living reptile, reaching weights of over 400 kg (880 lb) and lengths of over 1.8 meters (5.9 ft). With life spans in the wild of over 100 years, it is one of the longest-lived vertebrates. A captive individual lived at least 170 years.
The tortoise is native to seven of the Galápagos Islands, a volcanic archipelago about 1,000 km (620 mi) west of the Ecuadorian mainland. Spanish explorers, who discovered the islands in the 16th century, named them after the Spanish galápago, meaning tortoise.
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Reichstag Berlin
Holidaying at a great place where you can feel the rich past being in the present scenario is really tough. Come with us to a troop to Reichstag where you can see the glorious past peeing out of every single formation and the modern German craftsmanship. The Reichstag, is accredited as one of the most admired destination of Berlin. It is the bench for the German Parliament. Right before the confederacy, it was sharing the wall but now it is adjacent to the Brandenburger Gate. The Reichstag is enlisted with the Contemporary Architecture in Berlin, Germany. Unquestionably the stunning structural design and astounding view of this historic place attracts the number of visitors each year. This monumental artwork satisfies the quest of witnessing something unique, of the travelers coming across the globe. This place is mesmerized for the exclusive style of designing and an awe- inspiring past. The glad dome built inside is one of the most cherished structures of the country.
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Vienna is the capital city of the Republic of Austria in Europe. It is served by Vienna International Airport which is located just outside the city limits of Vienna, and a within the neighborhood of southeast of the suburb of Schwechat. This airport is the home of both the flag-carrier Austrian Airlines and the budget airline Niki. Most European airlines also have direct connections to Vienna from their respective headquarters. Travel by bus is also common with many international buses arriving at the Vienna International Bus terminal located adjacent to the subway stop Edberg. Vienna houses the largest range of hotels and most offer quality services.
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The Great Wall Of China
The Great Wall of China, world’s longest construction is far beyond a regular holiday destination or a tourist enchantment. It is really a wonderful creativity of man that boasts of the excellent craftsmanship of the creator. People generally correlate it with the defensive stroke against the invading forces but it is not so. The Great Wall of China is a true symbol of world peace, harmony and humanity. The magnificent view of this astonishing site is really impossible to define in words. The backdrops unveiling this spectacular wall are really breath-taking.
Historical Overview
The Great Wall of China was originally built more than 2000 years ago by the first Chinese emperor, Qin Shi Huangdi during the Qin Dynasty. The emperor linked and enlarged the existing four ancient fortification walls with North China after vanquishing and connecting China to the seven different Warring States. The armies were positioned to encounter the invading Hsiung Nu tribes. There were some signal fires that indicate probable attacks beforehand.
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Leaning Tower of Pisa – A Matchless Piece of Architecture
The world is full of various iconic landmarks and monuments which have proved to be the most attractive holiday destinations for the tourists from all over the world. Italy is famous throughout the world for its historic background and ancient monuments. This exotic city has been the chief centre of attraction for most of the tourists from all over the world due to its ancient ruins and historic monuments.
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The Moscow Kremlin is a potent sign of the majestic imperial culture and boasts about the rich historical past. If you consider the rich past of this monument which is standing with pride of witnessing the medieval citadel and the modern power centre, you will be simply amazed. It has played a pivotal role and created a timeless impression over the minds of the tourists coming to watch it from the distant corners of the world. This beautiful artwork resembles the flawless craftsmanship of the creator and stands out to be an eminent architecture. It has created a historical dominance and the relevance of this site will not vanish with the coming years. The Kremlin has overseen the Russian life for more than eight hundred years. The edifice portrays a foreboding and visually striking sight and attracts a huge influx of travelers every year. The magnificent architecture reflects an eclectic style and sense of artistic interpretation of culture.
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The Pro Douglas is a small town or most prominently a village in Australia. The entire town is surrounded by the Daintree River. It is called out by many different names which include the Island Point, Salisbury etc. It lies just in the middle of the two great areas one is the Great Barrier Reef and the other is the Daintree River. It is amongst the list of best tourist attractions in Australia. The town of Port Douglas was founded in the year 1877. Initially there were no modes of transport to be found here but with the advent of time it has now become a fully developed township. Though it is a small town but holds great importance among the people of Port Douglas. The local residents of the town now enjoy the company of lots of visitors. The life in this village is full of excitement as it has numerous bars and clubs. All the visitors who come here surely experience the exciting and the dazzling nightlife of the town. You can get to see some live music along with a few gambling spots also. Gambling is the most famous sorts which are preferred by most of the tourist. Apart from the amazing nightlife there are many golf courses that can be enjoyed with the family. Some of the fun activities include scuba diving, camping and snorkeling.
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Basking sharks are one of the largest sharks of the world's temperate
oceans. Only the mighty whale shark is bigger. Despite a superficial
similarity to the fearsome great white shark and a massive jaw one metre
wide, basking sharks are actually harmless filter feeders. They use
more than 5,000 gill rakers to strain plankton from around 1.5 million
litres of water per hour. Basking sharks are born travellers, covering
large distances in search of food, at the very leisurely pace of only
three miles per hour. There is only one species of basking shark.
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The megacity of Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey, and the third
largest in Europe. A booming center of finance, economics, and culture,
Istanbul’s metro area is home to over 13 million people. The city is
considered by some to be the epitome of East meets West culture.
Istanbul has been known by many other names, most notably Constantinople
and Byzantium. With a rich cultural heritage, it’s no wonder that the
city is home to a variety of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Also notable
is the Byzantine and Ottoman architecture present in the city, and
picturesque mosques such as the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and the
Sultan Ahmed Mosque. Visitors to this fine city can enjoy all the
pleasures and excitements any big city affords, and there is something
fun to do for any budget.
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Antelope Canyon is the most-visited and most-photographed slot canyon in the American Southwest. It is located on Navajo land near Page, Arizona. Antelope Canyon includes two separate, photogenic slot canyon sections, referred to individually as Upper Antelope Canyon or The Crack; and Lower Antelope Canyon or The Corkscrew. The Navajo name for Upper Antelope Canyon is Tsé bighánílíní, which means "the place where water runs through rocks." Lower Antelope Canyon is Hazdistazí (advertised as "Hasdestwazi" by the Navajo Parks and Recreation Department), or "spiral rock arches." Both are located within the LeChee Chapter of the Navajo Nation.
Son Doong is the name of the world's largest cave in the world. It is not only huge, but also a very beautiful place filled with wonders. It is almost like an alien world on Earth. What is truly fascinating is the jungle inside the cave. As you can see on these breathtaking images this is without doubt one of the most remarkable places on our planet. Son Doong cave is more than 200 meters wide, 150 meters high, and approx 9 kilometers long, with caverns big enough to fit an entire city street inside them. It located in Son Trach, Bo Trach District, Quang Binh province, Vietnam. The cave was found by a local man named Ho Khanh in 1991 and was recently discovered in 2009 by British cavers, led by Howard Limbert. It was created 2-5 million years ago by river water eroding away the limestone underneath the mountain Where the limestone was weak, the ceiling collapsed creating huge skylights. The underground caverns are not easy to access. Son Doong is situated below another cave in Phong Nha-Ke Bang, though its entry passage is very difficult to traverse. It takes explorers 6 hours of walking through a 10 kilometer long forest path from Truong Son Highway to reach the mouth of Son Dong cave. The Son Doong cave is so large that explorers are still searching for its end!
