The world has a huge number of places and attractions that you want to visit. All of them are something special and attract the attention of thousands of tourists every year. When planning your next trip, take a look at this list and maybe visit one of these amazing places will leave you with a lasting impression.
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A large sinkhole located in the center of Lighthouse Reef, an atoll in the Belize barrier reef. The diameter of this natural wonder is 305 meters, and it goes 120 meters deep. The blue hole annually attracts a huge number of divers from all over the world.
2) "Wave" in Arizona, USA
In the state of Arizona in the USA, there are rocks covered with intricate layered patterns that give this place an ethereal look. It is located near large settlements, therefore it has gained great popularity among tourists.
These chocolate hills are located on the island of Bohol in the Philippines. In total, there are more than 1200 such hills covered with greenery in this area.
This place in the Karakum desert in Turkmenistan, nicknamed the Gate to Hell, was formed after unsuccessful drilling in search of gas. During drilling in 1971, all equipment, including the drilling rig, fell into the resulting crater, which was filled with gas. To avoid accidents and poisoning, it was decided to set fire to this gas, and since then, it has continued to burn for more than 40 years.
In the Chinese province of Hunan, they became the prototype for fantastic landscapes from the movie "Avatar". More than 3,000 sandy mountains rise to a height of up to 800 meters and are of great interest to tourists, especially after the success of Cameron's film.
One of the most accessible amazing places on the planet, many Russian tourists already managed to visit there, since Pamukkale is located just a few hours from the popular Turkish resort - Antalya. Pamukkale, which means "Cotton Castle", is a snow-white terrace filled with water from mineral springs. The water in these terraces is believed to have healing properties.
7) Antelope Canyon, USA
Antelope Canyon is located in the southwestern United States, 240 kilometers from. Wind and water have done a lot of work over many thousands of years, the result of which was this amazing canyon red-red flowers.
Do you know that the most active volcano located in Antarctica? Erebus Volcano (Ice Towers of Mount Erebus) was discovered on January 28, 1841 by an English expedition led by polar explorer Sir James Clark Ross on the ships Erebus and Terror. The height of this volcano is 3794 meters, which makes it one of the most high points Antarctica. Inside the volcano is a large lava lake.
9) Kasha-Katuwe-Tent Rocks Monument, USA
This national monument is located in the state of New Mexico, 60 kilometers from the city of Santa Fe and was formed due to the deposition of volcanic rocks.
10) Ischigualasto Natural Park, Argentina
This park, which is also called The Valley of the Moon, is located in the province of San Juan in Argentina. Not the most popular place among tourists, as it is located far from the main tourist routes, but this is where NASA tried out its rovers. The landscape of this place looks alien.
11) Uyuni Salt Flat, Bolivia
Salt Lake (Salar de Uyuni) in Bolivia is located near Lake Titicaca - this is one of the most amazing and photogenic places on our planet. Everything in this area is saturated with salt, it is everywhere, but the most amazing sight happens when it rains and everything is covered with a thin layer of water, the ideal surface of which turns into a mirror.
12) Landscape Danxia (Danxia Landform), China
It may seem that this incredible landscape is just the result of the work of Photoshop, but it is a real geological feature, formed due to the overlay of sandstone and other mineral rocks. This natural object located in the Chinese province of Gansu. In 2010, the Danxia Landscape was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
13) Crystal Cave of the Giants, Mexico
This cave with the largest crystals in the world was found recently in 2000 near the city of Chihuahua in Mexico. These giants are up to 15 meters long and 1.5 meters wide and are composed of zinc-silver-lead salts. The cave has a special climate (almost 60 degrees Celsius and 100% humidity), in which a person cannot spend more than 5-10 minutes.
14) Dry Valleys, Antarctica
The dry valley is the territory of three oasis valleys (Victoria, Wright, Taylor) in Antarctica to the west of McMurdo Sound. Hurricane winds, lack of precipitation, low temperatures created a unique climate in this place. Rare lakes have long turned into ice wells, in which, according to some scientists, unknown microorganisms live.
15) Socotra Island, Yemen
Socotra is an archipelago in Indian Ocean, consisting of 4 islands, located off the coast of Somalia. These islands have preserved unique plant and animal life, many of which can only be found here. The symbol of the archipelago is the endemic dragon tree.
16)Giants Causeway, Ireland
More than 40,000 basalt columns form a path that leads to the foot of the volcano, thanks to the eruption of which these amazing columns arose. The Trail of the Giants is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Northern Ireland.
17) Kliluk Lake, the Spotted Lake, Canada
The local native Indians consider this lake to be sacred. The water of this lake has bright colors, as it is saturated with sodium sulfates, calcium, magnesium and other minerals. During the hot season, the water in the lake dries up and many small puddles form, which have different colors, depending on which element of the periodic table prevails in them.
18) Pulpit or Preikestolen, Norway
Preikestolen Rock - a favorite place for photographers and just tourists, is a huge rock-cliff with a flat area of 25 by 25 meters. The height of the cliff is 604 meters and from its top there is a beautiful view of the surrounding landscape. Preikestolen Rock is one of Norway's most popular attractions.
19) Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
Plitvice Lakes are the main attraction of Croatia. There are 16 large and several small lakes, about 20 mysterious caves and 120 waterfalls. In this place, you can find many species of plants and animals that are unique and found only in the Plitvice Lakes region, so they are strictly protected by UNESCO.
20) Cappadocia, Türkiye
Cappadocia, or "Land of beautiful horses" - unique place located in the Göreme Valley in Turkey. Cappadocia is almost a whole world that is hidden in caves of volcanic origin, there are houses, monasteries, unique multi-tiered underground cities and much more, all this appeared before our era. This unique place is rightfully popular with tourists coming to Turkey.
21) Yellowstone National Park, USA
Yellowstone National Park - unique natural Park known throughout the world. The most famous and most visited national park in USA. Yellowstone is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. This park is located on the territory of three states at once: Montana, Idaho and Wyoming. Yellowstone is famous for its unique geological objects: geysers, geothermal springs and the largest dormant volcano of the entire continent - Caldera.
22) Tunnel of love in the city of Klevan, Ukraine
This tunnel of trees envelops railways that pass near the city of Klevan. Because of its amazing beauty and romance, this place is called the Tunnel of Love. In summer, when the tunnel is in its prime, newlyweds like to come here, taking a photo against its background is considered a good sign.
23) Corinth Canal, Greece
It is impossible to believe that this channel was created by human hands. The construction of the Corinth Canal began under the emperor Nero in 67 BC, and ended only in 1893. This unique human creation connects the Saronic Gulf of the Aegean Sea and the Gulf of Corinth ionian sea. The depth of the Corinth Canal is 8 meters and the width is 24 meters.
One of the most beautiful places in Chile is Lake Lago General Carrera, where marble caves. This unique natural cave consists entirely of multi-colored marble (pink and blue), there are more than 5,000 million tons of it.
25) Village of Monsanto, Portugal
This small Portuguese town is built among huge stone boulders, many of which serve as homes for local residents. The town of Monsanto almost entirely consists of one-story buildings, which are separated by narrow streets, getting here, you can feel like in the Middle Ages.
The views of this icy canyon in Greenland are mesmerizing, its deep blue waters are mesmerizing and you can get lost in the many artfully crafted ice arches. This canyon is the largest on the island, and its waters are home to bowhead whales, seals and walruses.
27) Skaftafell, Iceland
Skaftafell Park is Iceland's natural wonder, containing the ice caves of Jökulsarlon.
28) Multnomah Falls, USA
29) Seljalandfoss waterfall, Iceland
This temple carved into the rocks truly deserves the title of one of the wonders of the world. The construction of this city began before our era, and at present it is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
32) The town of Riomaggiore, Italy
A small town in Italy, in which houses are piled on the rocks right at the edge of the sea. In Riomaggiore, driving is prohibited.
33) Loy Krathong Festival, Thailand
Every year a festival is held in Thailand, the unchanging tradition of which is the launch of sky lanterns. This amazing sight, when thousands of luminous lights rise into the sky at the same time, is simply mesmerizing. If you are in Thailand in November, do not miss this festival.
34) Mount Roraima, Venezuela
The height of Mount Roraima is 2723 meters, and the summit plateau has an area of 35 square kilometers. Reports of an expedition to the mountain region inspired Arthur Conan Doyle to write The Lost World.
35) Etretat, Normandy, France
Impossible to list everything in one place interesting places planets, because each place is unique in its own way and deserves attention, but we tried to gather a lot of interesting places that you should pay attention to when setting off on your next trip.
When a tourist is going to travel to any country, it is useful for him to think over the plan of his movements in advance and choose those sights that should be visited first. Just remember, there are so many of these sights that a lifetime may not be enough to see them!
Machu Picchu (Peru)
The ancient Inca city of Machu Picchu has been dubbed the new wonder of the world. It was built in the saddle of a mountain range with a mark of 2450 meters, for which it received the figurative name "city among the clouds" or "city in the sky". A number of archaeologists believe that this "sacred" mountain shelter was built around 1440 by the Inca ruler Pachacutec. The city prospered until 1532, until the Spanish conquerors came here, after which all the inhabitants of the city mysteriously disappeared.
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Sheikh Zayed Mosque (Abu Dhabi, UAE)
The Sheikh Zayed Mosque is one of the six largest mosques in the world. It is dedicated to the founder of the UAE and the first president of this country, Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan al Nahyan. The uniqueness of this mosque is that any visitors are allowed into it, regardless of their faith. The mosque impresses with its grandiose size, magnificent architecture, white marble and magnificent green gardens.
Taj Mahal (Agra, India)
One of the wonders of the world - the Taj Mahal mausoleum is perhaps the most recognizable world, and not just an Indian landmark. It was built by the emperor of the Mughal dynasty Shah Jahan for the repose of his beloved third wife Mumtaz Mahal, who died during childbirth. This one of the most beautiful buildings in the world has become the personification of eternal love. The mausoleum has 5 domes, the highest of which rises to 74 meters, as well as 4 minarets at the corners of the complex. Near the mosque there is a huge pool with fountains and a magnificent garden. The walls of the mausoleum are covered with perfectly polished, seemingly translucent marble slabs, decorated with incredibly beautiful floral and floral ornaments.
St. Peter's Basilica (Vatican)
St. Peter's Basilica, which is the heart of the Vatican and the Catholic Church, is one of the most important sights of the Eternal City. From its dome, all of Rome is overlooked from a bird's eye view, but even more striking is its inner splendor, to which the best masters of the Renaissance had a hand.
Angkor Wat (Cambodia)
The temple complex of Angkor Wat in Cambodia is the largest religious building built almost 9 centuries ago. Even its name testifies to its monumentality, since it translates as "temple city". 200 hectares of its territory are surrounded by a moat 190 m wide. This colossal temple is dedicated to Vishnu, who is worshiped by the Cambodians.
The ancient city of Petra (Jordan)
In the center of Jordan, in the Siq canyon, among the sandstone mountains, there is an amazing ancient city Peter. It was created by the nomadic tribes of the Nabataeans as a temporary shelter. Gradually, several inhabited rock caves turned into a real fortress city, which could only be reached through the narrow Sik gorge, which was once a stormy mountain stream. Now Petra is owned by the Bedouins, who more cordially welcome visitors to their land.
Mutianyu - section of the Great Wall of China (China)
It was on this section of the ancient Great Wall of China that the restorers did their best work. It has 22 watchtowers in their original form, so they are considered an architectural masterpiece. Translated from Chinese, Mutianyu means something like "valley with beautiful views fields." This section of the wall has been completely restored and is open to tourists.
Sagrada Familia (Barcelona, Spain)
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This grandiose Catholic church is being built at a classical medieval pace - the second hundred years have already gone, and it is still being built, however, only with donations from parishioners, without attracting budgetary funds. If Gaudi had not joined this project in 1882, then perhaps even today there would have been disputes about the type of temple. The great Catalan architect led the construction of the temple until his death, but he died without having built even half of it. The facades of the temple look very different, as the successors of the construction brought their ideas. After the consecration of the temple in 2010 by Pope Benedict XVI, he was given the title of Minor Papal Basilica.
Statue of Christ the Redeemer (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
Towering over Rio, the colossal statue of Christ the Redeemer has long become a symbol of the city. Millions of tourists every year rise to its foot, which offers a breathtaking view of the city, the bay, the beaches of Ipanema and Copacabana, and Sugar Loaf Mountain.
Teotihuacan (San Juan Teotihuacan, Mexico)
Name of this ancient settlement Aztec means "the city in which people turn into gods." They believed that the gods returned to Teotihuacan after the Flood to recreate the world. Historians believe that the population of this ancient city was about 200 thousand people. Unfortunately, the age of this largest of the cities of the pre-Columbian era has not been precisely established.
Grand Canyon (USA)
The Grand Canyon is one of the deepest in the world. It is cut by the Colorado River in the plateau of the same name, located in the state of Arizona, its length is almost 450 kilometers. Now it has become part of the national park of the same name. In the widest places, the width of the canyon reaches 29 kilometers. The scale of this pattern of natural erosion is astonishing. Extreme lovers come here to create something like that.
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Milan Cathedral (Italy)
Duomo or Milan Cathedral is the main attraction of Milan and the pearl of Italian architecture in the Flamboyant Gothic style. Its construction stretched from 1386 to early XIX century, and something was completed even in the last century. This is the third largest Catholic cathedral on our planet. Its sharp spire topped with a golden Madonna is 106 meters high.
Colored rocks of Zhangye Danxia (China)
Zhangye Danxia National Geopark is located in the Chinese province of Gansu, and its main attraction is the magnificent colored rocks. This miracle of nature was formed as a result of layered deposits of sandstone and various minerals during the Cretaceous period. The height of these hills reaches several hundred meters. In the panoramic image, it seems that some giant artist painted the local landscape in orange, red, green, gray-blue and yellow colors.
Palace and Park Ensemble of Peterhof (Russia)
The country royal residence Peterhof appears before the public as an extravaganza of flowing water, a kingdom of fountains and magnificent palaces, in which the era of the first Russian emperor is felt, brilliant Elizabethan interiors and more austere times of Nicholas I. Few royal residences can compare with Peterhof in luxury. The pride of the park is the unique system of fountains created by the Russian hydraulic engineer Tuvolkov during the reign of Peter I. Although it copied the Versailles system, it surpassed it in many ways.
Egyptian pyramids
Located near Cairo, ancient Egyptian pyramids are the eternal symbol of the ancient state. Here, the hot sands of the Libyan desert come into contact with the most fertile soils of the valley of the great Nile. There are many pyramids in Egypt: high and not very high, stepped and smooth, well preserved and almost destroyed. Pyramids are found in different places in Egypt: Memphis, Saqqara, Upper Egypt, Hawara, Abusir, Medum, Abu Rawash and El-Lahun. Most of them are unfamiliar to tourists, for whom the pyramids of Giza, a suburb of Cairo, are the main ones. It is believed that they were built 2600-2300 BC. e.
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Acropolis (Athens, Greece)
On a high hill in the very center of Athens there are buildings of ancient times - the Athenian Acropolis. Here are the temples of the Parthenon, Hekatompedon, Erechtheion, the Temple of Nike Apteros, the Statue of Athena Promachos, the Propylaea - the building of the main entrance and much more. In total, there are about 21 buildings and structures in the acropolis. The history of the Acropolis is tragic: the Greco-Persian war almost destroyed it, and Persian harems and mosques settled in its temples. Later, the enterprising British lord, not embarrassed, took many valuable fragments from here to London and Paris, which are now exhibited in the Louvre and the British Museum. Fortunately, in late XIX century, the Greeks decided to restore the Acropolis, for which they demolished everything that was built here later. Therefore, now tourists can enjoy the pristine view of the ancient walls and columns.
Rock churches of Lalibela (Ethiopia)
This unique place is often called the "new Jerusalem". All 11 churches of Lalibela were carved into the rocks approximately 800 years ago. The place was named after Lalibela, the ruler of Ethiopia who lived in the 12th century and founded his capital on this site. It took only one century to build all the churches, which led to speculation that the builders were assisted by angels working at night. In the centuries that followed, churches were guarded by clergy who also saved treasures, wrote manuscripts, and consecrated bibles. The Cathedral of Christ the Savior has the largest dimensions - 11 m in height and 33 m in length, the colonnade near the facade, which includes 28 large columns, is also impressive. Here is the main Ethiopian shrine - a ritual cross that once belonged to King Lalibela.
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Moscow Kremlin (Russia)
The oldest building of the capital of Russia is its fortress - the Kremlin. Each part of it is a separate chapter of the story. In the early period of the development of the capital, the walls of the Kremlin protected the inhabitants from the enemy, but now it has become just a small corner in the very center of the city. The Moscow Kremlin is one of the Russian sites included in the list of UNESCO protected world heritage. Numerous architectural and historical monuments are located on the territory of the modern Kremlin with a high density: the Faceted Chamber, the Tsar Cannon, the Tsar Bell, several historical churches, etc. Nowadays, the Moscow Kremlin is official residence the President of Russia.
Zhangjiajie National Park (China)
If you watched the movie "Avatar", then you were probably struck by the "flying" rocks in an area called Pandora. Almost the entire landscape was not drawn on a computer, it was filmed here - in national park Zhangjiajie, which is located in the mountains of Wulingyuan (southeast Chinese province Hunan). On the territory of the park you can observe quartzite rocks, up to 800 meters high - the result of thousands of years of erosion. There are also much higher peaks in the Wulingyuan mountain range - reaching heights of over 3000 meters.
Eiffel Tower (Paris, France)
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Hagia Sophia (Istanbul, Türkiye)
Whatever this ancient city is called - Constantinople or Istanbul - it is still adorned by the majestic St. Sophia Cathedral. This is the best example of Byzantine architecture, it has remained an ancient witness of greatness Byzantine Empire. The Turks who conquered the city turned the cathedral into a Muslim mosque in the 15th century, but treated it quite delicately. Therefore, now tourists have a great opportunity to visit the magnificent Hagia Sophia Museum and enjoy the beauties of the ancient temple.
Iguazu Falls (Argentina-Brazil)
Located on the Iguazu River on the border between Argentina and Brazil, the magnificent Iguazu Falls are twice as high and wider than the famous Niagara Falls on the Great Lakes. It is also called the "Devil's Throat". It stretches along the river for two kilometers, and its cascades form a kind of horseshoe. The appearance of this waterfall was facilitated by a volcanic eruption, after which a large cleft remained in the ground. During the rainy season, the waterfall overthrows 13,000 cubic meters of water every second, then it looks especially impressive. This is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in the world.
Colosseum (Rome, Italy)
This one of the symbols of the Eternal City appeared in it 80 years BC. e. About 50,000 Romans could gather there for the spectacle. The very opening of the Colosseum was celebrated in Rome for 100 days, and the fighting in its arena continued until the decline of the empire in the 4th century. Subsequent generations have greatly “pinched” the Colosseum, dismantling it for building materials, but there is still much to be seen there.
Alhambra (Granada, Spain)
Alhambra means "red castle" in Arabic. This magnificent fortress-palace was built by the Moorish rulers in the province of Granada on top of a rocky plateau. Fine, elegant Moorish architecture appeared in all its splendor in this wonderful palace.
Sydney Opera House (Australia)
The relatively young building of this theater, built by the Dane Jorn Utzon, instantly became a recognizable symbol of Sydney. The original roof structure resembles half-opened shells. This theater has become a must-see for most tourists.
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Machu Picchu, Peru
Machu Picchu, recognized as one of the New Wonders of the World, is located on the territory of modern Peru, on the top of a mountain range at an altitude of 2450 meters above sea level. It is called "the city in the sky" or "the city among the clouds", sometimes called " lost city the Incas." Some archaeologists believe that this city was created as a sacred mountain retreat by the great Inca ruler Pachacutec around 1440, and functioned until 1532, when the Spaniards invaded the territory of the Inca empire. In 1532, all its inhabitants mysteriously disappeared.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi, UAE
The Sheikh Zayed Mosque is one of the six largest mosques in the world. Named after Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan al-Nahyan, the founder and first president of the United Arab Emirates. Unlike many other Muslim temples, everyone is allowed into it, regardless of faith.
Taj Mahal, Agra, India
The Taj Mahal mausoleum is one of the most recognizable landmarks not only in India but throughout the world. The construction was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died during childbirth. The Taj Mahal is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in the world and also a symbol of eternal love.
Mesquita, Cordoba, Spain
Walls decorated with intricate patterns, mosaic ornaments, hundreds of thin openwork columns - this is how Cathedral Mosque Cordoba today. Many centuries ago, there was an ancient Roman temple on this site, then it was replaced by the Visigothic church, and in 785 Mesquita appeared. It became the second most important mosque on the planet, and the pilgrimage to Cordoba was even equated with the hajj to Mecca, which is obligatory for every Muslim. But then the Catholics replaced the Moors, and Mezquita was turned into a Christian church.
St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican, Italy
The heart of the Vatican and the entire Catholic world, St. Peter's Basilica is one of the main attractions of Rome. Here you can view Ancient Rome from a bird's eye view, admire the interior of the cathedral from the top of the dome, defend the mass and even receive the blessing of the pontiff.
Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Cambodian temple Angkor Wat - the largest ever built places of worship, whose history spans almost 9 centuries. Even its name speaks about the monumentality of the temple complex, because Angkor Wat literally translates as Temple City. It covers an area of 200 hectares and is surrounded by a moat 190 meters wide. This colossal building is dedicated to the god Vishnu, revered in this area.
Bayon Temple Complex, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Bayon is one of the most amazing temples located on the territory of Angkor Thom and was its religious center. The "highlight" of Bayon is the towers with many faces carved from stone, silently looking from a height on the vast territory of Angkor Thom, and in the heyday of the state - on the entire Khmer Empire. Initially, there were 54 towers, which symbolized the 54 provinces under the rule of the king. Today, only about 37 towers have survived.
Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ on Blood, St. Petersburg, Russia
The Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ, better known as the Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, has become the only Russian attraction on Trip Advisor's list. Spas-on-Blood attracts tourists from all over the world not only with the splendor of its domes and interiors, but also with an unusual history that has given rise to many legends and conjectures. Many of them are connected with the fact that the temple was erected on the spot where on March 1, 1881, I. Grinevitsky, a Narodnaya Volya member, mortally wounded Alexander II, who was popularly called the Tsar Liberator for the abolition of serfdom.
Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
Gettysburg National Military Park is not a park in the traditional sense. Here you will not find shady alleys and flowering flower beds. This is the place where an important battle took place in 1863 civil war in the United States.
Old city walls, Dubrovnik, Croatia
In 1979, UNESCO contributed Old city Dubrovnik on the World Heritage List, including a large part of the city's ancient walls. They surround the city from all four sides and keep a venerable collection historical monuments, including towers, fortresses, churches, monasteries, squares and streets, schools, museums and galleries. These defensive stone walls have protected their citizens since the founding of Dubrovnik in the 6th century.
Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon, Myanmar
The Shwedagon Pagoda is the highest spiritual building in Myanmar, or, as it is also called, the Land of Pagodas. The entire complex of the giant pagoda occupies more than five hectares of land, on which, in addition to the main structure, there are many smaller spiers and countless sculptural images of mythical and real animals : golden griffins and elephants, dragons and lions. Such as it is today, the Shwedagon Pagoda became in the 15th century, during the reign of Queen Shinsobu. It was then that the giant temple was finally given the shape of an inverted begging bowl and sheathed with gold from top to bottom.
Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool, Washington DC
The Lincoln Memorial is a majestic temple, made in the ancient Greek style and somewhat reminiscent of the Parthenon. It is supported by 36 white marble columns, representing the number of states that belonged to the United States at the time of President Lincoln's death. In the center of the temple is a statue of the world's most respected American president, seated in an armchair. Its height is 5.79 meters.
Ancient city of Petra, Petra / Wadi Musa, Jordan
In the heart of Jordan, in the valley of Wadi Musa, deep in the sandy mountains, is the amazing city of ancient Petra. Initially, Petra was a temporary home for the nomadic tribes of the Nabataeans. From several fortified rocky caves, it gradually grew into a large fortress city. There is only one way to get to the city - through the narrow gorge of the Siq, which was once the bed of a mountain stream. Petra still belongs to the Bedouins, who welcome guests to their land.
Mutianyu section of the Great Wall of China, Beijing, China
In no other section of the Great Wall of China has restoration work been carried out as well as in the Mutianyu section. This site, with 22 watchtowers that have retained their original appearance, is a real architectural masterpiece. The phrase Mutianyu is translated from Chinese as "a valley in which you can admire the views of the fields." Among all sections of the Great Wall of China, Mutianyu is the longest fully restored section open to tourists.
Ancient city of Ephesus, Selcuk, Türkiye
The largest and best preserved ancient city on the Aegean coast and the second largest after Pompeii in the Mediterranean, ancient Ephesus- the most visited attraction in Turkey. Legends connect the appearance of the city with the name of Androclus, the son of the ruler of Athens Codras, who, on the advice of the oracle, arrived in these places to lay the temple of Artemis. The city got its name from the Amazon Ephesia, beloved of Androclus.
Alhambra, Spain
Alhambra (Arabic Al Hamra - literally "Red Castle") is ancient palace and the fortress of the Moorish rulers of the province of Granada in southern Spain. The castle occupies the top of a rocky plateau on the southeastern border of Granada. The name Alhambra probably comes from the color of the sun-dried clay or bricks from which the castle walls are made. However, some historians suggest that the name comes from the "red flame of torches" that illuminated the long-term construction of the castle, which went on around the clock.
Australian War Memorial, Canberra, Australia
The Australian War Memorial is the main memorial dedicated to the memory of soldiers who died during the First and Second World Wars. Today it is considered one of the most significant monuments this kind in the world. The memorial is located near the Parliament building, from the balcony of which a panoramic view of the monument opens.
Siena Cathedral, Siena, Italy
According to the annals, at the beginning of the 13th century, the inhabitants of the city-state of Siena, which acted as the main rival and opponent of Florence, “called on their leaders to build a temple more magnificent than that of their neighbors.” So between 1215 and 1263, the Duomo of Siena was founded on the site of the old temple according to the plan of the Gothic master Niccolò Pisano. Today this majestic temple is the main attraction of the city.
Milan Cathedral (Duomo), Milan, Italy
The most important place in Milan is the Cathedral of Santa Maria Nashente (Duomo), the pearl of Italian Gothic, which was built from 1386 to the beginning of the 19th century. The third largest Catholic church on the planet can safely be considered one of the wonders of the world. Its hundred-meter spiers rise above the center of Milan, and the golden statue of the Madonna on the longest spire (four meters high) is visible from many parts of the city.
Sagrada Familia, Barcelona, Spain
The Basilica of the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona is one of the most famous long-term construction projects in the world: its construction began almost 150 years ago and continues to this day. Although initially Antonio Gaudi had nothing to do with the construction of this temple, a year after the start of work, he led this project. Gaudí built the temple for 30 years until he died. The reason for such a long construction is that the Sagrada Familia is built solely on donations from parishioners.
Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, California
If you look at the map, you can understand why the bridge (not golden at all, but red) is called the gate. The main local attraction, as it were, "lets in" Pacific Ocean to San Francisco Bay, connecting the city to Marin County. This grandiose building was erected from 1933 to 1937. At the time of opening it was the largest suspension bridge in the world.
Statue of Christ the Redeemer, Rio de Janeiro
The statue of Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro is one of the most famous and popular monuments in the world. Every year, millions climb to its foot, from where a stunning panorama of the city and the bay with the picturesque Sugar Loaf Mountain opens, famous beaches Copacabana and Ipanema, the huge bowl of the Maracanã stadium.
Teotihuacan, San Juan Teotihuacan, Mexico
The name of the ancient settlement Teotiukan is translated from the Aztec language as "the city where people become gods." According to legend, after the Flood, the gods returned to Teotihuacan to re-create the world. Modern researchers believe that the area of this ancient settlement was 26-28 square kilometers, and the population was about 200 thousand people. This is one of the oldest and major cities Western Hemisphere, the exact age of which is still unknown.
Golden Temple - Harmandir Sahib, Amritsar, India
Harmandir Sahib - one of the oldest and most revered temples in India, is the Mecca of the Sikhs. Its upper tiers are covered with gilding, which is why it is also known as the "Golden Temple". The road to the entrance to the temple goes along a narrow marble bridge over a pond, the water in which is considered to be healing. Pilgrims believe that it consists of the elixir of immortality and holy water. The road over the bridge symbolizes the path from the sinner to the righteous.
How many attractions do you think are located on the territory of the largest country in the world? We think no one will name the exact number, because there are so many amazingly beautiful and unique places in Russia!
This country is rich in both natural and man-made attractions, it will surprise you with historical buildings and cultural traditions. In Russia, you can find both incredibly beautiful wooden temples and picturesque corners created by nature just for a pleasant stay.
Of course, most tourists begin their acquaintance with Russia precisely from and where tourism infrastructure especially well developed. However, today tours are becoming more and more popular, for example, on the lakes of Karelia, on Baikal and Altai.
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What to see in Russia?
The most interesting and Beautiful places, photos and a short description.
1. St. Basil's Cathedral
Probably the most famous Russian temple, bright and unusual, a real visiting card not only of Moscow, but of the whole country. St. Basil's Cathedral is remarkable not only for its location right on Red Square, but also for its history, architecture, original decoration and a collection of icons and church valuables.
2. Moscow Kremlin and Red Square
The Kremlin is not just an amazing historical building, but also a symbol of Russian power. It takes a very long time to talk about everything that can be seen on the expanses of Red Square and the Kremlin, this object is still the subject of study by scientists and creates new legends. Of course, visiting Russia and not visiting her heart would be a huge omission!
3. Lake Baikal
Every schoolchild knows that Baikal has the deepest depth on the planet. But to say it's just the most deep lake- means not to note the amazing atmosphere and beauty of this place. Be sure to appreciate the purity of the blue ice of Lake Baikal, its amazingly tasty fish and just take a break from the bustle of the city alone with nature.
4. Valley of Geysers in Kamchatka
This valley looks like it was transferred from another planet. This is the most extensive territory with geysers in the world and the only one in all of Eurasia! If you want to see one of the Seven Wonders of Russia, take a helicopter tour, which is conducted according to strict rules and only under the supervision of a guide.
5. The architectural ensemble of Kizhi
Is it amazing creation on the island on Onega lake and is unique in its kind. The openwork church, built, just imagine, without a single nail, exclusively with an ax, the bell tower, a beautiful fence and the unique color of the Kizhi ensemble leave no one indifferent.
6. Kazan Kremlin
It's not just a historical site. cultural heritage, and a museum-reserve, the only center of Tatar culture and traditions on the planet. The Kazan Kremlin has been perfectly preserved, retaining its unique features and appearance. This Tatar fortress is located in the very center, so you definitely won’t pass by.
7. Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin
Built in the 16th century, the Kremlin in Novgorod surprises impregnable walls with narrow loopholes, blind towers stretching for several levels, and fortifications. The Cathedral of the Archangel Michael is also located here. Until now, the Kremlin remains the cultural and administrative center of the city, there are two museums and the Center for Contemporary Art.
8. Golden Ring of Russia
Of course, the ring is symbolic, uniting eight ancient Russian cities. Itineraries along the Golden Ring have become very popular weekend tours, during which you can see the most interesting places, and so on. Monasteries, churches, original souvenirs and simply beautiful nature will make a trip around the Golden Ring memorable and interesting.
9. Church of the Intercession on the Nerl
A masterpiece of world architecture, an elegant building that stands on a meadow, in a place where the Nerl River joins the Klyazma. This architectural monument is surely called the most lyrical, unusual and beautiful. The temple, standing alone on the banks of the river, harmoniously blended into the surrounding nature, it seems to be an integral part of it.
10. State Tretyakov Gallery
The largest Russian museum, which has collected a lot of masterpieces by Russian masters and not only. Starting with a private collection, today the Tretyakov Gallery is known throughout the world and is a federal museum. You can wander through the halls of this gallery for hours, and many paintings deserve a separate story, they are so important for world culture.
11. Hermitage
This St. Petersburg museum magnificently celebrated its 250th anniversary in 2014 and is one of the most extensive collections of artistic masterpieces on the planet. The Hermitage collection contains more than 3 million exhibits, including not only paintings, but also sculptures, numismatics, archaeological artifacts, as well as objects of applied art.
12. Bolshoi Theater
One of the most important, significant opera and ballet theaters on the planet. The Bolshoi Theatre, which not so long ago "survived" a large-scale reconstruction, is located in the center of Moscow and attracts not only theater-goers, but also those who would just like to get to know its features and magnificent decoration. We warn you that it will not be easy to get tickets for the premiere at the Bolshoi Theater, and their price may unpleasantly surprise the provincials.
13. Peterhof
Luxurious, truly royal residence near St. Petersburg, founded by Peter the Great, is known for its parks and fountains, magnificent decoration of the Grand Palace and pavilions. The system of cascades and fountains of Peterhof is the largest in the world! Moreover, all the fountains are decorated in the same style, with numerous sculptures.
14. Street Old Arbat
The most famous street in Moscow, sung by poets, writers and artists. Now the Arbat is the most touristic street in the capital, closed to cars and famous for its souvenir shops, shops, street musicians and artists. It is nice to sit in a cafe here, just take a walk along the street, which has retained its historical charm.
15. Mamayev Kurgan and the sculpture "The Motherland Calls"
Mamaev Kurgan during the Great Patriotic War played a very large strategic importance became the scene of bloody battles. Now located here memorial Complex, the most noticeable part of which was the statue "Motherland Calls". The complex has become the most visited in Russia, due to its location it is clearly visible from a distance of tens of kilometers.
16. Cable-stayed bridges in Vladivostok
The need to build bridges that should connect different parts scattered along the banks of the Golden Horn has been talked about for more than a hundred years. However, this large-scale project, which changed the face of the city, was only realized in 2012. Now Vladivostok is adorned with two of the largest cable-stayed bridges in the country, and the bridge to Russky Island with the longest span on the planet is included in the Guinness Book of Records.
17. Pillars of weathering - Manpupuner
The Manpupuner Plateau is located in the northern part of the Urals and is famous for its weathering pillars - massive stone statues created by nature. Now it is a reserve, which can be visited only on the basis of a special permit. The height of individual pillars reaches 42 meters; this place was important in the religious beliefs of the Mansi.
18. Kungur cave
This is the pearl of the Urals - an ice cave, which is considered the most beautiful of all the gypsum caves on the planet. Today Kungur cave located in the same ancient city, is the only one in the country specially equipped for excursions. You can walk between the frozen "sculptures" of ice and stone, visit the restaurant at the entrance and stay right at the local hotel.
19. Volcanoes of Kamchatka
It is noteworthy that the inhabitants of Kamchatka are not afraid of their volcanoes. They are not very active, decorating the landscape with their dark silhouettes. Which of the Kamchatka volcanoes is the most beautiful? You can argue about this for a very long time! Usually called Kronotsky, Koryaksky and Klyuchevsky volcanoes, which have become real symbols of the region, as the highest.
20. Lena Pillars
This natural park is located in Yakutia, on the Lena River. Boat tours along the majestic pillars created by nature, simply striking in their size and unusual appearance, are very popular. In general, the complex consists of two separate sections, occupying total area about 81 thousand hectares.
21. Sayano-Shushenskaya HPP
This is already a landmark, if you can call it the largest hydroelectric power station in the country, created by man. It took a very long time to build the Sayano-Shushenskaya HPP, faced with such difficulties as cracks in the dam. In 2009, a major accident occurred at the station, and it was only possible to restore it in the fall of 2014.
22. Kul Sharif Mosque
According to legend, after Russian troops took Kazan in the 16th century, the mosque was burned to the ground, and Kul Sharif himself, the warrior and prophet of Muhammad, was killed. However, the outlines of that mosque remained, which simply amazed the conquerors. As a result, Ivan the Terrible repeated them in St. Basil's Cathedral. The mosque in Kazan was rebuilt and opened in 2005 and has now become an ornament of the whole city.
23. Shikhans in Bashkiria
This is the highest rocky massif of the entire Upper Urals, three mountains that appear to be warriors protecting this region - Kush-Tau, Tra-Tau and Yurak-Tau, the three brothers of Shikhan. The fourth mountain was almost completely used in the extraction of raw materials for the plant in Sterlitamak. Shikhany in Bashkiria are known for their wonderful nature and amazing geology - they are from coral reefs, because the Ural Sea once raged here.
24. Elbrus
The highest mountain in Russia. And if we take into account the fact that there is still no clear border between Europe and Asia, then throughout the European territory. Of course, not everyone can climb its 5642 meters, but the surroundings of Elbrus still enjoy the fame of one of the most beautiful regions of Russia, with its ancient history and special atmosphere.
25. Trans-Siberian Railway
The Trans-Siberian is the longest railway line in the world. This highway stretches for 9298 kilometers! Almost across the country. The Trans-Siberian Railway connects the European part of Russia with Siberia and the Far Eastern regions, plays a huge role in the history and economy of the country. The construction of the Trans-Siberian began in 1891, so now the authorities intend to reconstruct the line.
26. Golden Mountains of Altai
Steppes and tundra, semi-deserts and mountains, pristine lakes and amazing caves, fast rivers and alpine meadows are united in this section of the vast expanses of Russia. In the Golden Mountains of Altai, cedar forests have been preserved, it is here that the highest mountain of Siberia - Belukha, the Altai pearl - Lake Teletskoye and a lot of other interesting things are located.
27. Krasnoyarsk Reserve Stolby
Just a few kilometers from the outskirts is the Stolby nature reserve, which was founded back in 1925. The main feature of the reserve is the cliffs that rise above the taiga, surprising with their variety of shapes and colors, as well as their sizes - up to 100 meters. The nature of the Stolby reserve is very beautiful and diverse, which attracts tourists.
28. Wrangel Island
One of the most inaccessible nature reserves not only in Russia, but throughout the world, is located in the Arctic and is primarily known as a favorite place for polar bears, whose females breed their cubs here. In winter, Wrangel Island is very deserted, but in summer, on a polar day, you can come to admire the untouched nature of the Arctic.
29. Cruiser Aurora
It makes no sense to describe the most famous Russian ship. Everyone who studied in a Soviet school is well aware of the song dedicated to him, and the history, and participation in the 1917 revolution. Now it is a museum cruiser, which has now left the "eternal parking" and went to the shipyards for a major overhaul. The Aurora should return to the berth of the northern capital in 2016.
30. Pole of Cold Oymyakon
Yakutia is the coldest of all inhabited regions of the Northern Hemisphere. Exactly locality Oymyakon was recognized as the coldest place - the temperature here dropped to minus 71.2 degrees! In honor of this, a memorial sign, the so-called "Pole of Cold", was erected. At the same time, already at minus 50 degrees, local residents hear the “whisper of the stars”, a noise that looks more like wind or falling grains. It actually freezes the person's breath.
From the impressive Burj Khalifa to the stunning Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, the famous travel site TripAdvisor has compiled a list of popular attractions around the world according to tourists.
The most famous landmarks in the world
Going on a trip to various countries, tourists think in advance about the route scheme and what sights are worth visiting.
Below in the article will be a list of attractions that are the most popular, according to TripAdvisor.
The navigable Panama Canal is located in the state of Panama. It consists of two lakes that were created by man, and locks.
The Petronas Towers are located in Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia. 
The symbol of Australia - the opera house in the city of Sydney 
The ancient city of the Mayan tribe is located on the Mexican Yucatan Peninsula. 
The oldest temple of Wat Pho. To see it, you need to go to Thailand to the city of Bangkok 
Memorial complexes and ancient temples
Complex in New York (USA) - National Memorial dedicated to the victims of a series of terrorist attacks committed on September 11 
Khalifa Tower, or Burj Khalifa (skyscraper) in Dubai, UAE 
The Lincoln Memorial is located in Washington D.C. 
The Great Wall of China, Mutianyu section, from where magnificent mountain scenery opens 
Charles Bridge in Prague, Czech Republic. It was built in the Middle Ages, it was called Prague. 
Suspension Bridge Golden Gate, California 
Hagia Sophia (currently a museum), Istanbul, Türkiye 
Alhambra Palace, Granada, Southern Spain. Today it is a museum of Islamic art 
Notre Dame Cathedral in France. Catholic church in Paris 
Church of the Savior on Blood in northern capital Russia - the city of St. Petersburg 
Who has not dreamed of flying to France and admiring the beauties of Paris from the Eiffel Tower 
prison island
Alcatraz Island in California. Currently a museum, but there were times when this island served as a prison for dangerous criminals. It was impossible to escape from there. 
Milanese Cathedral in Italy 
St. Peter's Catholic Cathedral is located in the Vatican 
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi, UAE 
Taj Mahal in India - mosque-mausoleum 
Machu Picchu city in modern Peru 
the largest temple complex Angkor Voat is located in Cambodia 
Brazil is famous for its aromatic coffee, football and the statue of Christ the Redeemer towering over Rio de Janeiro 
Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, Spain 
Where to go first is up to you.
