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1:37 Pienza medieval town
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Intense, adventurous, and action packed. This collection is loaded with powerful and uplifting orchestral music that holds promises of epic adventures and heroic endeavors.
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01. 00:00:00 Infinitescore - Rise of the Legend
02. 00:03:40 Dream Cave - The Odyssey Ahead
03. 00:05:44 Edgar Hopp - Leap of Faith
04. 00:09:38 Dream Cave - Never Tell Me the Odds
05. 00:12:32 Bonnie Grace - Heroes Will Fall
06. 00:14:57 Bonnie Grace - One Hour Countdown
07. 00:17:03 Christoffer Moe Ditlevsen - Shadows of a Legend
08. 00:19:20 Christoffer Moe Ditlevsen - Forging an Empire
09. 00:21:56 Bonnie Grace - One to Save Us All
10. 00:24:24 Phoenix Tail - The Villain
11. 00:26:17 Dream Cave - Olympus
12. 00:28:32 Adriel Fair - Can’t Dampen My Spirit
13. 00:31:00 Dream Cave - Summon All Gods
14. 00:32:53 Etienne Roussel - In Times of Peace
15. 00:34:49 Bonnie Grace - Trails of Legends
16. 00:37:12 Bonnie Grace - Guts and Glory
17. 00:39:27 Edgar Hopp - The Miracle
18. 00:42:25 Edgar Hopp - A Place Among the Stars
19. 00:45:30 Dream Cave - Into Infinity
20. 00:47:47 Howard Harper-Barnes - To All the Glory
21. 00:50:30 Francis Wells - First Call Horns
22. 00:52:35 Edgar Hopp - Expedition 13
23. 00:55:05 Aakash Gandhi - A Tale of Vengeance
24. 00:57:38 Bonnie Grace - Super Hero
25. 01:00:05 Golden Anchor - Realm of Gabriel
26. 01:02:54 Bonnie Grace - Cannons Ahead
27. 01:04:50 Jo Wandrini - Legions
28. 01:06:48 Infinitescore - Valkyria
29. 01:12:16 Christoffer Moe Ditlevsen - Beyond Measure
30. 01:14:38 Bonnie Grace - Artillery Aligned
31. 01:16:44 Bonnie Grace - The Big Chase
32. 01:19:20 Experia - Desertion
33. 01:21:01 Reynard Seidel - Emperors of Tomorrow
34. 01:22:54 Reynard Seidel - From Where We Are
35. 01:24:59 Reynard Seidel - When Glory Returns
36. 01:26:59 Sebastien Van Der Rohe - Agnus Dei (Extended Version)
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Watch a soothing, hypnotic motion of colorful inks flowing underwater, blending, swirling, colliding… creating mesmerizing textures and turbulent patterns. Splashing and bursting into silky clouds of colorful smoke in slow motion. Morphing into fantastic, multi colored rainbow chaos.
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4:44 Matterhorn Massif, Swiss & Italian Alps
7:19 Sochi area, Russia
13:35 Dolomites, Italy
17:41 Nordkette, Austria
19:08 Mont Blanc, France
20:54 Avoriaz, France
22:17 Slovenia
24:56 Caucasus Mountains, Russia
Winter weaves its enchantment across Europe, transforming the land into an epic fairy-tale spectacle. The European Alps, draped in a pristine blanket of snow, create a mesmerizing panorama straight out of a storybook, where the tranquility of nature invites both quiet introspection and exhilarating adventures amid the snow-dressed peaks.
Viewers will enjoy a diverse collection of stunning snowy mountain aerials as well as few unique FPV scenes from some of the most beautiful mountains of the world.
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Paul Cézanne has inspired generations of artists. Generally categorized as a Post-Impressionist, his unique method of building form with color and his analytical approach to nature influenced the art of Cubists, Fauves, and successive generations of avant-garde artists.
Beginning to paint in 1860 in his birthplace of Aix-en-Provence and subsequently studying in Paris, Cézanne’s early pictures of romantic and classical themes are imbued with dark colors and executed with an expressive brushwork in the tradition of Eugène Delacroix (1798–1863).
While the three works that Cézanne exhibited in 1874 at the first Impressionist exhibition were not fully in line with the Impressionist technique of quickly placing appliqués of pigment on the canvas, he did eventually abandon his relatively dark palette in exchange for brilliant tones and began painting out of doors, encouraged by the Impressionist painter Camille Pissarro (1830–1903). (metmuseum.org)
0:00 Trees and Houses Near the Jas de Bouffan, 1885–86
12:08 Mont Sainte-Victoire and the Viaduct of the Arc River Valley, 1882–85
24:15 The Gulf of Marseilles Seen from L’Estaque, ca. 1885
36:18 Mont Sainte-Victoire, ca. 1902–6
48:25 View of the Domaine Saint-Joseph, late 1880s
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0:00 A Cowherd at Valhermeil, Auvers-sur-Oise, 1874
15:00 Hampton Court Green, 1891
30:00 A Creek in St. Thomas, 1856
45:00 Jalais Hill, Pontoise, 1867
The first painting shows one of the roads connecting the hamlet of Valhermeil in Auvers with Pontoise, the village northwest of Paris where Pissarro lived for many years. Between 1873 and 1882, he painted some twenty works in this area, several featuring the same red-roofed house. The subject, villagers walking on paths through the French countryside, was one of the artist’s favorites, reflecting his interest in the pulse of daily rural life. Made in 1874, the year of the first Impressionist exhibition, this picture demonstrates Pissarro’s adaptation of the looser touch, broken brushstrokes, and lighter palette of younger colleagues like Monet.
The Jalais Hill view of Pontoise, just northwest of Paris, helped establish Pissarro’s reputation as an innovative painter of the rural French landscape. The critic Émile Zola praised the picture enthusiastically when it was shown along with another rustic scene at the Salon of 1868, writing, "This is the modern countryside. One feels that man has passed by, turning and cutting the earth. . . . And this little valley, this hill have a heroic simplicity and forthrightness. Nothing would be more banal were it not so grand. From ordinary reality the painter's temperament has drawn a rare poem of life and strength.” (metmuseum.org)
Pissarro is the only artist to have shown his work at all eight Paris Impressionist exhibitions, from 1874 to 1886.
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Hyacinths are spring-blooming bulbs with richly colored flowers and an incredible fragrance that can perfume your entire garden. They bloom in mid-spring at the same time as daffodils and early tulips, and come in a rainbow of colors including white, cream, pink, rose, apricot, lavender, cobalt blue, deep purple and wine red. Like other spring-flowering bulbs, hyacinths are easy to grow. Just plant the bulbs in fall to enjoy beautiful flowers the following spring.
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The park runs along more than 40 miles of coast and stretches inland for another 3o miles. With such a large expanse of sand and nearly no vegetation, it would be easy to assume this park is classified as a desert. However, deserts, by definition, receive less than 10 inches of rain in a year, and Lençóis Maranhenses National Park has an average rainfall almost five times that.
For the first half of the year, the sand dunes are the site of constant rainstorms. This rainfall gathers in the valleys between the dunes, creating an entire lagoon system that encompasses miles of interconnected leftover rainwater. Mid-year, when the water has reached its peak, the lagoons can reach an amazing depth of 10 feet.
Incredibly, these temporary water sources are not devoid of life, despite their unique method of formation. Some of the lagoons attach themselves to permanent water sources, such as nearby rivers, and fish freely move between the permanent and the temporary waters.
Once the rainy season has ended, the heat of the sun works fairly quickly, evaporating all the rainwater lagoons in the span of just a few months. The dunes are once again the area’s only fixture, returning to their status as the “bedsheets of Maranhão,” until the next year rolls around and the cycle begins again. travelawaits.com
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Hverir Geothermal Area, also known as Hverir, Námafjall, Námaskarð or Hverarönd is a must-visit stop when traveling around North Iceland.
It is a must-see place on Diamond Circle and one of the top attractions at the Lake Myvatn.
Like almost everything in Iceland, this particular area has a volcanic origin, a fact that is probably not that surprising by now.
Hverir is a geothermal place under the Namafjall mountain that belongs in the Krafla volcano fissure zone. At a depth of 1000 meters, the temperature is above 200°C. The water that flows below the surface is quickly heated and comes back to the surface transformed into steam.
The fumarole gas contains hydrogen sulfide that causes that characteristic smell of rotten eggs that makes these places so much fun to explore.
The rotten smell is not the only thing you can expect from Hverir.
Be also prepared for bubbling mud pools, hissing fumaroles, and cracked colorful grounds.
Although Hverir does not have a geyser, just the bubbling and smoking ground rich in minerals, it's a fantastic place to visit.
When you stand on the viewing platform, overlooking the barren land, you will soon understand why NASA used this place as a training center for their astronauts.
Tarsiers were originally found in North America, Europe, and Asia. Now, all of its species living today are found in the islands of Southeast Asia, specifically the Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei.
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Drone Fly Over Waterfall Seljalandsfoss in Iceland.
Seljalandsfoss drops 60 m and is part of the Seljalands River that has its origin in the volcano glacier Eyjafjallajökull.
The waterfall along Iceland’s southern coast is fed by melting water from the famed glacier capped Eyjafjallajokull volcano. This powerful waterfall cascades into a pretty meadow. However, the path that runs behind the curtain of water is the main attraction. There you can enjoy a truly unique viewpoint of the waterfall.
Seljalandsfoss, along with Skogafoss, is often included in the Golden Circle route. The Golden Circle is the most popular tourist route in Iceland.
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The resort itself could be described as a cartoon paradise, it's everything you can imagine and expect from a private island in the Maldives: white sand beaches, clear turquoise sea, lush green palms and blue sky.
Listed among the TOP 25 luxury resorts worldwide, Ayada Maldives offers a truly luxurious retreat with a genuine Maldivian style. Set in the relatively unexplored Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll - just a few kilometers from the equator - the island offers 112 spacious ocean villas and suites, all with private pools, butler, and thoughtful five-star detailing. Traditional thatched-roof water villas stand on stilts over the resort's peaceful lagoon, while beach villas offer absolute privacy amid tropical greenery alongside powder-soft palm-lined white beaches.
Food lovers can explore the six restaurants and bars, while those seeking complete relaxation will find their haven in the large spa set in beautiful tropical gardens which boasts a Turkish Hammam as well as a Vichy Shower and eight private treatment villas.
The resort is noted for its gardens and tropical greenery and is ringed by a pristine coral reef where dolphins are frequent visitors. The active can explore the area on a host of excursions that include visits to the equator, local villages, and fishing trips, while at the resort they can play tennis or badminton, take up water sports, learn yoga, or simply hit the 24-hour gym.
Outstanding diving and snorkeling opportunities surround the island on reefs that have barely been visited by humans while some of the country's best surfing breaks are just a quick speedboat journey away. Weddings take place just before sunset in the private wedding chapel set in a treelined garden or on the beach under a gazebo draped with flowing material.
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Cinque Terre is high up on many travelers' bucket lists of places to visit in Italy. The ambience and natural beauty of the Cinque Terre are the main attractions and each of the five villages has its own personality.
The five towns that make up the Cinque Terre - Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso - began life as medieval fortified settlements, each protected by a castle overlooking the sea guarding against Saracen raiders.
If you have enough time, it's worth exploring Cinque Terre over a few days. The towns are relatively small, and you can travel between them in only a few minutes by train. If you are short on time you can definitely see the best of Cinque Terre in only one day.
Manarola, built on a high rock 70 meters above sea level, is one of the most famous villages of the scenic Cinque Terre coastline. The village has a small harbor with a boat ramp, picturesque multicolored houses facing the sea and a tiny piazza with seafood restaurants.
Vernazza is maybe the most famous of the Cinque Terre villages and is classified as one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. Everything is concentrated around a very pretty little piazza, with bright painted houses, near the tiny harbor full of small fishermen's boats. Have lunch at one of the fish restaurants around the square and you will not be disappointed. The best way to reach this town is by boat or train.
The best view of Vernazza is from the mountains overlooking the town. You just need to follow the paths in direction Monterosso or Corniglia for about 15 minutes and you'll reach the famous photo spots with stunning views over Vernazza, the medieval towers and the beautiful harbor. For a great view you can also climb the Doria tower (small fee).
Riomaggiore is considered to be the most romantic of the Cinque Terre villages, ideal for young travelers or couples looking for a base which is great to hang around in during the day and also has some nightlife. Near the picturesque harbor you will find Bed & Breakfasts with sea views perfect for couples on a romantic getaway.
The village is basically a cascade of multi-colored houses in the typical Ligurian style, all tightly clustered around a tiny natural harbor carved out in between the rocks. This is, in our opinion, the best sunset spot in Cinque Terre.
Monterosso is the largest of the five villages and has a long sandy beach in the new part of the village, just in front of the station, with sunbeds, umbrellas and SUP boards for rent. At the end of the beach, towards the statue of the Giant, there is a public beach with crystal clear waters.
Along the promenade you'll find restaurants, pubs and ice-cream shops. If you're visiting Monterosso on a Thursday morning, you'll be able to visit the local market right in the town center. In the Old Town, with its narrow streets and old fishermen's houses, there are plenty of nice bars and fish restaurants.
Corniglia is the only village of the Cinque Terre which is not directly placed on the sea, in fact it rises on the top of a rocky promontory which is over hundred meters high. The tiny village is surrounded by vineyards located on typical Ligurian terraces. To reach Corniglia is necessary to climb the Lardarina (377 steps) or to take the shuttle bus from the station. It's the only town in the Cinque Terre that can't be reached by sea.
Corniglia is a coastal village full of charm and it's not as busy and crowded as the other towns. There are narrow streets with the houses in those beautiful Ligurian pastel colours. Follow the main street to the Corniglia viewpoint.
For those who are looking for a quiet place to stay in Cinque Terre, Corniglia is the right place. Because of its size and relative inaccessibility, fewer tourists stay here, so there is more of a local feel. There are a few high-quality hotels in Corniglia, all with amazing sea views. There are bars and restaurants here, but no real nightlife.
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Matera, a rare jewel of Basilicata, is an enchanting miracle of time. Visiting this Lucanian city is like reliving a glorious past. It resembles a small and delightful nativity scene, which is why it is known as 'the second Bethlehem', providing a backdrop for films such as Pier Paolo Pasolini's The Gospel according to St. Matthew and Mel Gibson's The Passion of the Christ.
The symbol of the city are the “Sassi”, caves dug into the mountain where the local people lived until they were forced to settle in modern accommodation in the 1950s.
Overlooked for many years, the Sassi of Matera entered the World Heritage List as an example of an age-old way of life to be preserved and handed down to posterity.
The history of Matera goes way back to Palaeolithic settlements, while the first Neolithic pottery in Matera dates back to around 7500 years BC, when terracotta pottery was produced in the villages. Built on an entrenched prehistoric village, the town is likely to have Greek origins.
In the times of Magna Graecia, Matera shared a close relationship with colonies on the southern coast, becoming a trade and transit route in Roman times.
It hosted key immigrations of Byzantine and Benedictine monks, who transformed the caves of the huge Gravina valley into Rock Churches.
After the settlement of the Normans in Italy, the city enjoyed a period of peace, followed by famine and earthquakes. Matera was a royal city for a long time, until it came under the rule of the Aragonese and was ceded to Count Giovan Carlo Tramontano, who was later killed by the tax-oppressed locals.
It is an extraordinarily rich place for travelers who have great artistic and culinary sensibilities. In Matera, we can observe how men have been able, over the centuries, to coexist with the landscape, indulging nature without distorting it.
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At the time of its construction, in 1929, the Navajo Bridge was the highest steel arch bridge in the United States, and for the next 66 years it served as the only crossing of the Colorado River for 600 miles.
During construction, a ferry was essential for transporting men, tools, construction materials and heavy building equipment. However, on June 7, 1928, high waters, a weakened ferryboat, and worn cables resulted in disaster. The ferry capsized with three men and a Model T Ford on board. Coconino County refused to replace the ferry, causing extensive construction delays. For the next seven months, construction equipment and materials were brought in by truck, requiring an 800-mile journey around the canyon.
The bridge was functional for the era in which it was constructed. However, its load capacity of 22.5 tons and width of just 18 feet failed to serve the needs of modern vehicles. Studies began in the early 1990s to determine the best solution to the problem. Consideration was given to strengthening the bridge, but the costly option was deemed impractical. Several alternate sites were considered, but the final decision was to build a stronger and wider parallel bridge beside the existing structure. The new bridge was completed in 1995 and the original structure remains in service as a pedestrian crossing.
Marble Canyon, Arizona is a majestic destination for adventure seekers and nature lovers.
The limestone of this canyon appears smooth and polished that people often mistake the material to be marble.
Despite the glassy and smooth appearance of the natural stones that make up a vast majority of its landscape, 'marble' is a misleading term. In fact, the topography is made from a variety of natural stones including sandstone and limestones. It got its name due when pioneer explorer and renowned Civil War Veteran, Major John Wesley Powell and his team witnessed the marble-like appearance of sand and limestone a thousand feet in thickness in the upper portion of the canyon.
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The waters formed by the union of the tributaries of the Tulijá, Otulún and Shumuljá rivers, are characterized by all shades of blue and flow in a succession of pools that descend through the canyons of the forest to reach the valley below. A spectacle of gorgeous turquoise water games forms thanks to the presence of a high content of calcium carbonate and mineral salts. Despite the currents, which in some places are violent and dangerous, it is possible to bathe and sunbathe along the banks of the limestone deposits that have given rise to numerous natural pools scattered along the entire path of the falls.
The Agua Azul waterfalls are located exactly in the municipality of Tumbalá, about 45 miles from the city of Palenque and can be reached by car along the state road 199 to the junction for Agua Azul which is halfway between Palenque and Ocosingo. The best time to visit these waterfalls to see them in their splendor is certainly the dry season, particularly from April to May. It is an unparalleled place that, despite the strong influx of tourists, is able to offer one of the most exciting experiences ever lived.
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Access to Anse Source d’Argent is via the Union Estate, which charges 115 Rupees per person each day for access, however the outcome is well-worth the fee. Besides this initial entrance fee, access to the beach is easy thanks to a number of well-signposted paths.
One of the main reasons for the beach’s popularity, besides its astounding beauty, is its variety of activities. The shallow, clear water, as well as the coral reef protection, means the beach is a great spot for families, and is also perfect for swimming and snorkeling. That said, it can be difficult to swim here at low tide, as the water is extremely shallow, but at high tide, the water is deep enough to swim while still being shallow enough to be safe for most swimmers. The protection provided to the beach by the coral reef ensures that the open ocean feels far away, so parents shouldn’t worry about their kids playing in the water. On top of that, the nearby restaurants and fruit stands mean you can easily spend a whole day here if you like, although those wanting the beach to themselves should arrive before 10.00.
As mentioned, the beach is also famous for having been used in a number of prominent photoshoots and films, including movies such as Emanuelle, Crusoe, and Castaway, as well as the famous Bacardi adverts of the 1990s. Anse Source d’Argent is truly a must-see for all Seychelles holiday-makers, and especially for those staying on La Digue.
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Anse Cocos (Pointe Anse Cocos): this wonderfully scenic beach of salt-white sand and turquoise water curves gracefully between distant granitic outcrops. What sets it apart from others on this stretch of coast is the beachfront shade offered by casuarina trees and craning palms. It's a fantastic place to flop, and given the effort required to hike here, it's also one of the quietest options. Rip currents are an issue for swimming, but the northern tip of the beach has some protected pools for a dip.
Anse Cocos is reached via a 900m-long path that meanders north from behind the juice stands at the southern end of Petite Anse. In total, it's a 1.3km walk from the restaurant on Grande Anse.
Anse Cocos was one of the first settlements on La Digue, and just off the beach there are the abandoned buildings of these long ago settlers. The relics of the past combined with the beautiful scenery makes this a favorite spot for photographers.
This spot should definitely be on your list if you are visiting nearby.
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Chiapas, the southernmost state in Mexico, is full of environmental gems but Cascadas El Chiflon might top them all.
These tiered waterfalls feature powerful white water tumbling over rocky cliffs, turquoise mineral pools, and lush vegetation framing the shady hiking trails. The view is simply picture perfect.
Five giant waterfalls and countless swimming pools full of turquoise water are tucked away inside an incredible valley, connected by a great hiking trail. The main waterfall is nearly 400 ft (120 m) high and will shower you in its mist.
Cascadas El Chiflon are an easy day trip from San Cristobal de las Casas: about 2 and a half hours away. El Chiflon waterfalls are situated at a much lower elevation compared to San Cristobal (2,000 ft versus 7,000 ft; 600 m versus 2,200 m), with warmer temperatures and a more moderate climate.
Cascadas El Chiflon are also only 45 minutes away from Comitan de Domingez. If you’re going to explore some of the amazing sites in southern Chiapas, staying here for a few nights is a good bet. It’s a great little city with lots of charm, and many of southern Chiapas’ best day trips are significantly closer from here than from San Cristobal.
Las Nubes, on the other hand, is an ecolodge and ecotourism centre on the edge of the Lacandona Jungle. Yes, it’s on the edge of the jungle, but you’ll feel like you’re right in the heart of it.
There’s not much at Las Nubes apart from the turquoise waterfalls, the cabins (or cabañas)… and the beauty of the natural surroundings.
But if waking up to the sound of colorful birds singing and the sight of tropical green trees shining in the morning sun sounds as heavenly to you as it does to me, Las Nubes is a stop you shouldn’t miss.
Las Nubes is on the pricier side of accommodation in Mexico – especially in Chiapas – but it’s worth every peso.
You’ll also have to plan a little to get there, but you’ll leave there feeling refreshed and smiling about the world around you, which will be a very welcome break after navigating the chaotic streets of any Mexican city.
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The Amalfi Coast is widely considered Europe’s most scenic stretch of coastline, a landscape of green-swathed mountains, pastel-hued villages with cobblestoned streets, palatial renaissance mansions, and expansive vistas over the turquoise waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea. In 1997, the coastal landscape was rightfully awarded a coveted spot on UNESCO’s World Heritage list. The scenic Amalfi drive (formally Strada Statale 163) winds for about 80 km (50 miles) along the shoreline and cliffs of the Sorrento Peninsula, with plenty of viewpoints along the way to take in the spectacular coastal views.
While the beaches, pastel towns and glittery sea of the Amalfi Coast are well-publicized, it's less known that the entire zone is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization is the branch that seeks to protect important cultural and natural locations, promote interesting historical places, and collaborate with the local populations to participate in and preserve their heritage. The important cultural qualities of a locale can quickly disappear with the older generations, and the UN seeks to keep these traditions and cultural sites alive.
The Amalfi Coast is on the World Heritage List for its unique landscape, its natural beauty and its balance of human settlement with the dramatic topography of the coastline. The scene changes from seaside towns to cliffs, to terraced hillsides cultivated with grapevines and orchards, to pastoral lands and finally mountains - all in just a few kilometers! The long history of human settlements also helped put the Costiera Amalfitana on the list. Amalfi was once a distinguished maritime republic and trading power whose influence was felt in the Orient as well as the West. It had a vast network of trading allies, and the architecture and art sometimes reflects an Arab influence, with mazes of allies, stairs, and galleries built into the civic plans.
The current designation is comprised of 15 towns along the coast and inland, and corresponds almost exactly to the ancient Republic of Amalfi. The value of the UNESCO designation serves to highlight that the Amalfi Coast is not only a tourist playground, but a place of great natural beauty, delicate balance, and important cultural history.
Most visitors hit only the "big" towns along the coast, those best know (Amalfi, Positano, Ravello, Maiori), so seek out those other less-known towns -on the water and uphill, too, to fully understand and appreciate the cultural contribution that the Amalfi Coast continues to make on the Italian and world stage.
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Forming both a barrier and a connector for civilizations between the BLACK and CASPIAN seas, and between the MIDDLE EAST and the STEPPEs to the north, the cultures of the Caucasus region have occupied a central place for trade and cultural exchange for over 2,000 years. The range's isolated valleys have served as a haven for refugees and immigrants from many areas, resulting today in one of the most ethnically and linguistically diverse regions on Earth.
An unexplored untouched terrain nestled between the Caspian Sea and the Black Sea, the Caucasus Mountains are slowly gaining popularity among avid travelers. The area which lies in Western Asia and Eastern Europe consists of three countries which are Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia. Russia is also a part of this region but the above three nations have emerged strongly with their own identity after the Soviet Union was dissolved in 1991. Each country in the Caucasus region is unique in terms of natural beauty, landscape, culture, heritage, and traditions. A trip to this unchartered territory can be a delightful experience for any tourist who is interested in exploring new and unknown places.
The best time to visit the area is from mid-May to July and September to October. It is an ideal time to enjoy the beautiful spring colors blooming everywhere along with the spectacular landscapes. If you are fond of winter sports, then you can also plan a trip in the winter months, but remember, it is not an ideal season for walking or hiking.
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Madeira is a short ferry ride from Spain’s Canary Islands, and under two hours by air from both the Azores and mainland Portugal, making it a convenient multi-day stop as part of a longer regional itinerary.
‘A man’s culture is essentially the sum of his memories,’ wrote José Manuel Melim Mendes in his bilingual book Memories of Porto Santo and Madeira. If so, the collective mental culture of Madeira island is surely one of kaleidoscopic richness: aquamarine waves, violet hydrangea, emerald forests and purple cumulonimbus. Here be sounds of cracking shorelines, whale songs and wind whistled peaks.
Madeira is an oddly unique geographical and cultural blip—a rich little universe of rough mountains and lush slopes slapped by Atlantic breakers off the coast of Africa.
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Also known as the ‘miniature continent’, Gran Canaria is renowned for its marked contrasts. On a single day, you can enjoy marvelous beaches surrounded by dunes and climb peaks covered in Canary Island pine forests, with their greenery standing out starkly against the dark volcanic earth.
Along the way, you’ll encounter steep ravines, valleys, imposing rocks and volcanic calderas, amazing cliffs… Incredible places you can see from hiking trails, stopping every now and then to look at all the beautiful scenery. Or you can also see the island by car or public transport, as Gran Canaria has an extensive network of well-kept roads.
Just like the other Canary Islands, it is blessed with an enviable climate, an eternal springtime that invites you to experience its rich natural and scenic diversity intensely, its lovely fishing and inland villages, its traditions, culture and history. And also the modernity of the tourist resorts and urban hubs, like Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. The lively, cosmopolitan city is home to one of the most precious gems the island has to offer and that also surprises visitors.
Gran Canaria adds to its incredible offer with a variety of cultural, recreational and sporting activities, as well as a wide array of accommodation, restaurants, shops and well-being centers.
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Vatnajokull National Park in Iceland is the largest national park in Europe. The park was founded on June 7th, 2008 and includes the former Skaftafell and Jökulsárgljúfur National Parks. Containing 12,000 km2 the park covers about 12% of the surface of Iceland. The park is home to Iceland's highest mountain (Hvannadalshnúkur), largest glacier (Vatnajökull), and Europe's most powerful waterfall (Dettifoss).
The entirety of the Vatnajökull ice cap is protected, including countless outlet glaciers and glacial rivers. There are incredible rock formations around Ásbyrgi canyon, waterfalls such as Dettifoss and Svartifoss, the storied Lakagígar crater row, Askja and other volcanoes of the highlands, and an unending variety of areas where geology, ecology and history lessons spring to life. Vatnajökull National Park has been nominated for inclusion on the Unesco World Heritage list.
Hiking trails and 4WD routes can get you to remote gems, but you don't have to go far to sample some of the park's highlights – worthy diversions (and awesome vistas) can be accessed from a standard Ring Road journey of the country, and there's a smorgasbord of tour offerings.
Access to the park's lowland and northern areas is straightforward. Things get more complicated accessing the glaciated and highland areas, which are only accessible during summer.
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The Victoria Falls/Mosi-oa-Tunya/, in the heart of southern Africa, are, to those who have had the wonderful experience of witnessing them, one of the most spectacular natural wonders of the world. Descriptions, paintings and photographs can only do so much to illustrate the scale and power of the Falls, or the majesty of the Zambezi above the Falls. To experience the Falls is to not only see them, but to hear them, to feel them - the spray on your face and to taste it in the air. From the nearby town of Victoria Falls, you can hear the Falls at high water, the constant ever present roar of 'the Smoke that Thunders’.
Scottish explorer David Livingstone may have named the falls after his reigning queen in 1855, but the Kalolo-Lozi people had their own name for it — Mosi-oa-Tunya, “the smoke that thunders.” And you immediately know why after seeing the plumes of mist that hover around the largest waterfall in the world as it roars over the edge.
Above the Falls the Zambezi river is renowned for its beauty, again especially at high water, with banks and islands of luscious vegetation and abundant wildlife. Add to these sights the sounds of the river, the grunting of half submerged hippo, the hauntingly beautiful cry of the fish eagle and the constant background thunder of the Falls, and you have a small piece of paradise. It was this section of the river, and not the Falls themselves, that inspired David Livingstone to write: "scenes so lovely must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight". Livingstone envisioned the river as the means by which Africa was to be opened up to Christian civilization and trade, and described the Zambezi as 'God’s Highway’.
You could see the spray all the way from the Zambian town of Livingstone as you make our way to Victoria Falls. The full width of the Zambezi seems to drop off the edge of the Earth, falling more than 350 feet into a churning chasm that has been carved out by the river over thousands of years. Despite the umbrellas and ponchos, you will get soaking wet on the slippery trails around the waterfall, but your sodden state will soon be forgotten at the sight of such mind-blowing beauty.
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Plitvice Lakes is a real jewel in Croatia and the largest national park in the country, covering almost 30,000 hectares.
The area of Plitvice Lakes National Park covers about sixteen interconnected large lakes, divided into two parts - Gornja jezera (Upper lakes) and Donja Jezera (Lower Lakes), many caves and hundreds of waterfalls. A feature of the park is that its cascading waterfalls are located at an altitude of more than 100 meters. The highest one is about 70 meters high. Add to them the limestone soil and rocks, where the flowing water washes ground and forms the new natural dams and waterfalls. The lakes of this area varies by their distinctive colors, ranging from azure to green, grey or blue. All this makes the park one of the most beautiful places in the world.
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To fully appreciate why Meteora is so special, it helps if you first get a little background on what Meteora is and how it came to be. Meteora is interesting because it’s both a place of unusual topography but also an important historical and religious site. It’s the interplay of these features that make it such a unique destination.
Meteora is defined by a series of large pillars of rock. While some stand entirely out on their own, other work with the ordinary hillside to form valleys, creating an unpredictable landscape. It’s these upright pillars of rock that give the area its name; Meteora roughly translates to “suspended in air”.
This landscape alone would be enough of a draw for tourists, but what makes Meteora special is that on the cliffs of many of these rocks are Greek Orthodox monasteries which were built in the Middle Ages. Built in such a remote place to avoid the invading Turks, the monasteries themselves seem “suspended in the air”.
24 monasteries emerged on the countless summits of the rocks from the 14th until the 16th century, 6 of them remain today to be explored and admired by all. These monasteries became centers of the Orthodox creed in the Byzantine era, having produced some of the best pieces of religious art and craft and still possessing a collection of precious manuscripts, which today are on display in their museums.
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Secluded and romantic, 15 motus (islets) are sprinkled across this huge turquoise, sunlit lagoon which holds a compelling allure for honeymooners, many of whom choose this haven for the duration of their stay.
With flights a mere 50 minutes north from Rarotonga, there is simply no excuse not to visit this spectacular island and soak up the beauty of one of world’s most exquisite lagoons.
Fancy kayaking to a fine white sandy beach that you can have all to yourselves? Or hiring your own boat and setting a course for Maina, Honeymoon Island, or One Foot Island – where visitors can get their passport stamped at the world’s smallest post office. Several tour operators cruise daily to these motu (small islands), other sand islets and to favorite snorkeling spots abundant with colorful fish, turtles and coral clusters.
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The attraction toward Moorea comes as no surprise; the island is a geographical marvel. Eight voluminous mountain peaks rise from its translucent lagoon, creating a distinctive and rugged silhouette visible from the western coast of Tahiti. Splitting the northern shore are two symmetrical bays: Cook's (Paopao) and Opunohu Bay. The island is roughly shaped like a heart from overhead; and in the theme of love and romance, Moorea is one of the top honeymoon destinations in Tahiti—second only to Bora Bora.
To the visitor, Moorea appears as a tropical garden filled with silver pineapple fields, the main agricultural product of the island. In the midst of this fairytale landscape, light rays pierce the Mou’a Puta (“the pierced mountain”). Was it just natural eccentricity, or according to the legend, made by the arrow of the demigod Pai.
All of these, along with Afareaitu’s waterfalls or the famous Cook and Opunohu Bays, make this a magical place to stay.Ancient hide out of the royal family, Tahiti’s sister island became the home of Protestantism upon the Europeans’ arrival. Everyone can go to the Sunday morning mass, where people gather dressed in their best outfits and women wear beautiful hats or flower crowns and sing rhythmic psalms.
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There are many ways to explore the Napali Coast, but the safest access and best views are found by sea or by air. Boat tours depart from Port Allen on the West Side, and during the summer months, guided kayaking trips bring you up-close to soaring cathedral cliffs. When conditions are right, raft tours are available to guide you to hidden sea caves and remote beaches.
Kauai’s Nāpali Coast is one of the most recognizable and beautiful coastlines in the world. A very special place. The pali, or cliffs, provide a rugged grandeur of deep, narrow valleys ending abruptly at the sea. Waterfalls and swift flowing streams continue to cut these narrow valleys while the sea carves cliffs at their mouths. Extensive stone walled terraces can still be found on the valley bottoms where Hawaiians once lived and cultivated taro.
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Skógafoss is located near the small village of Skógar, south of the Eyjafjallajökull glacier volcano.
Due to the amount of spray the waterfall consistently produces, a single or double rainbow is normally visible on sunny days. According to legend, the first Viking settler in the area, Þrasi Þórólfsson, buried a treasure in a cave behind the waterfall. The legend continues that locals found the chest years later, but were only able to grasp the ring on the side of the chest before it disappeared again. The ring was allegedly given to the local church. The old church door ring is now in the Skógar museum.
If you are looking to have Skogafoss waterfall all by yourself, we recommend that you either come very early or late in the day. This is a very popular tourist attraction and during high season you will not have the waterfall completely by yourself at these times. However, if you are traveling late autumn, we recommend coming after dark, when the Northern Lights dance across the sky.
When standing at the base of Skogafoss, you will really feel your own humanity as you face off against this giant of nature! The waterfall tosses over millions of gallons of water and has been doing so for thousands and thousands of years. Seeing Skogafoss waterfall in person is an extremely moving experience. Once you visit, you will want to return again and again!
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Eilean Donan was involved in many raids and sieges, reduced to rubble and authentically reconstructed to its medieval state in the mid 1900s. Several of the rooms are open to the public, including the billeting room, with 14-foot thick walls and a barrel-vaulted ceiling, and the banqueting hall, with fine Sheraton and Chippendale furniture.
The small island of Donan stands off the north bank of Loch Duich, in a stunningly beautiful location surrounded by hills. The island has been fortified since the Iron Age, and there is evidence of a vitrified fort beneath the foundations of Eilean Donan Castle. Another ancient remain is the outline of a human foot, carved into the rock.
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Waimea Canyon was formed when the Waimea river carved its way through the lava and basalt formations of the region. The central volcano that lay on the canyon collapsed 10 million years ago, playing a vital role in forming the canyon.
Mother Nature gave the world one of its most magnificent gems with the Waimea Canyon. Consumed with wild foliage, tropical cliffs, green-and-pink scenery, mesmerizing waterfalls, and striking rainbows, the Waimea Canyon is truly the nature lover’s paradise.
You will experience the Waimea Canyon best during the summer months when there isn’t much humidity in the air and clouds will not disrupt the landscape. Once the colder months start setting in, you will not be able to enjoy the wet trail and the limited visibility.
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Though it looks like a serene scene straight from a dream, the Quiraing was formed by terrestrial turmoil. It’s one of Britain’s largest landslips, and was created due to strain within its underlying layers of rock.
It’s part of the Trotternish landslip, which also created the equally beautiful Old Man of Storr. But unlike at the Storr, the earth at the Quiraing isn’t done wriggling around just yet—the road at its base has to be repaired yearly because the land still shifts a few centimeters each year.
But as inconvenient (and costly) as the constant road repairs may be, there’s no denying the constant movement has created an utterly amazing landscape. Jagged cliffs, towering rock pinnacles, and various dips and valleys create a rich tapestry of textures, forming a vivid feast for the eyes.
Trails wind through the geological wonder, letting you wander among its many rock formations. The views are spectacular from any angle. As such, it’s no wonder people have been drawn to the land for thousands of years. Its name comes from a Norse saying for “Round Fold;” a nod to the Isle of Skye’s Viking history. It’s been said the islanders used to hide their cattle from Viking raiders within the Quiraing’s many nooks and crannies.
The Quiraing gets pretty busy, especially during peak tourist season (summer). But if you get there early in the morning, you'll be able to enjoy its beauty almost by yourself without having to trudge behind throngs of tourists. The trails can be steep at times and get slippery when wet, so wear sturdy hiking shoes and be sure you stick to the proper paths.
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Lefkada’s turquoise waters have led to its nickname — the Caribbean of Greece.
You’re bound to have seen photographs of Lefkada’s world-famous beaches. But when you arrive, you’ll quickly realize that they’re even better in real life. Lefkada (or Lefkas) is easily accessible, hospitable and lively – a recipe for the perfect summer holiday.
Kathisma, Egremni, Kalamitsi, Porto Katsiki – amongst the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean – have won international acclaim and are awarded annually with Blue Flags. Windsurfing, kitesurfing, paragliding, scuba diving, flights in a prop plane, horseback riding, mountain biking, sailing around the surrounding islets, like Skorpios… there’s no end to the activities on offer here on one of the most beautiful Ionian islands.
Welcoming Lefkada town will invite you to savor its culture by walking its alleyways, listening to its folk songs, enjoying bowls of Englouvi lentils on the feast day of Agios Donatas and meeting the famous bouranelous, the city dwellers for whom angling is still a major hobby. Immerse yourself in the magical world of Lefkada in Greece.
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0:00 Porto Katsiki Beach
1:24 Cape of Ducato
2:27 Kalamitsi Beach
3:22 Port of Lefkada
4:05 Egremni Beach
4:52 Agios Nikitas Beach
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Situated atop Trotternish Ridge—a peninsula in the northeastern region of the Isle of Skye, created as the result of a colossal landslip—the Old Man of Storr is a 160-foot pinnacle rock formation named after its likeness to, well, an old man. The Storr, which refers to the group of looming outcrops that include and surround the Old Man, is a title derived from the Norse word for “Great Man.”
Legend has it that the Old Man of Storr was a giant who resided on the Trotternish Ridge. When he was laid to rest upon his death, his thumb—the “Old Man”—remained partially above ground.
The Old Man of Storr towers over the Sound of Rasaay at an elevation of more than 2,300 feet, and a hike up the grassy mounds toward the group of curious pinnacle rocks that surround the Old Man provides magnificent, panoramic views of the water and the surrounding mainland.
The raw, bucolic landscape of the Storr and the encompassing hiking circuit known as the Quiraing, have landed the Old Man several movie features, including The Wicker Man (1973), Prometheus (2012), and Snow White and the Huntsman (2012).
The Old Man of Storr is a six-mile drive from the neighboring port village of Portree, the largest settlement on the Isle of Skye. You can walk up and down the Storr on a 2.3-mile (3.8-kilometer) route that takes roughly one hour and 15 minutes to complete.
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On the inner Hebridean Isle of Skye are two spectacular sights, both visible from the same observation point on the Trotternish Peninsula.
One of these is the magnificent 90 meter Kilt Rock, which looks strikingly similar to a pleated kilt. Made up of basalt columns resting on a sandstone base, one might even say that the colors of the rock formation appear almost tartan.
The other point of interest is the Mealt waterfall, which, fed from nearby Mealt Loch, plummets from the top of the cliffs to the rock-laden coast below.
Beyond these visual treats there is also an aural element to the site. When a strong wind is blowing while one observes the sights, a beautiful yet haunting tone appears to come from the surrounding area. Disguised, the instrument emitting the eerie noise is actually the fencing that surrounds the lookout point. Holes facing the sea allow wind in to the piping, turning the safety feature into an organ of sorts to accompany the breathtaking views off the north-eastern coast of Skye.
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The South Island, also officially named Te Waipounamu, is undoubtedly one of the world's most beautiful places, where golden beaches and dense rainforests border the snow-capped Southern Alps and where adventures are endless.
New Zealand’s South Island, is the larger of the two major islands of New Zealand in surface area, the other being the smaller but more populous North Island. It is bordered to the north by Cook Strait, to the west by the Tasman Sea, and to the south and east by the Pacific Ocean. The South Island covers 150,437 square kilometres (58,084 sq mi),[2] making it the world's 12th-largest island. At low altitude, it has an oceanic climate.
The South Island is shaped by the Southern Alps which run along it from north to south. They include New Zealand's highest peak, Aoraki / Mount Cook at 3,724 metres (12,218 ft). The high Kaikōura Ranges lie to the northeast. The east side of the island is home to the Canterbury Plains while the West Coast is famous for its rough coastlines such as Fiordland, a very high proportion of native bush and national parks, and the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers. The main centres are Christchurch and Dunedin.
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1:05 Fox Glacier Gap
1:44 Aoraki Mount Cook National Park
3:47 Lake Wanaka
4:30 Glenorchy
5:24 Lake Wakatipu
5:50 Moeraki
6:12 Purakaunui Bay
7:03 Nugget Point
8:04 Clay Cliffs
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The South Island, also officially named Te Waipounamu, is undoubtedly one of the world's most beautiful places, where golden beaches and dense rainforests border the snow-capped Southern Alps and where adventures are endless.
New Zealand’s South Island, is the larger of the two major islands of New Zealand in surface area, the other being the smaller but more populous North Island. It is bordered to the north by Cook Strait, to the west by the Tasman Sea, and to the south and east by the Pacific Ocean. The South Island covers 150,437 square kilometres (58,084 sq mi),[2] making it the world's 12th-largest island. At low altitude, it has an oceanic climate.
The South Island is shaped by the Southern Alps which run along it from north to south. They include New Zealand's highest peak, Aoraki / Mount Cook at 3,724 metres (12,218 ft). The high Kaikōura Ranges lie to the northeast. The east side of the island is home to the Canterbury Plains while the West Coast is famous for its rough coastlines such as Fiordland, a very high proportion of native bush and national parks, and the Fox and Franz Josef Glaciers. The main centres are Christchurch and Dunedin.
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0:00 Abel Tasman National Park
0:39 Takapou Bay
1:29 Maruia River and Falls
2:17 Wairau River
3:11 Arthur’s Pass
4:35 Castle Hill
5:42 Waimakariri River
6:10 Mount Somers
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The plates are slowly moving apart – increasing the distance between Flores and the main island of Sao Miguel by around 25mm each year (a whole 15 meters since the first settlers arrived).
Flores island has deep valleys and high peaks, lagoons bordered by hydrangeas, cliffs carved by grottoes, hot springs, and the remains of old volcanoes. Flores (Flowers) owes its name to a great profusion of wild flowers (especially hydrangeas, which have large blue or pink petals) and small botanical species’, many of which are indigenous and part of the original flora. Pastures, farms and vineyards complete the make-up of the landscape of Flores Island.
Unlike the other islands of the Azores, there are no recorded volcanic eruptions on the island and her calderas are generally considered to be extinct.
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The very name ‘Lauter Brunnen’ (‘many fountains’) suggests the magnificence of this landscape. There are 72 waterfalls in the Lauterbrunnen Valley, the most famous being the Staubbach Falls. Plunging almost 300 metres from an overhanging rock face, they are one of the highest free-falling waterfalls in Europe. In 1779, Johann Wolfgang von Goethe visited the valley, and was inspired by the roaring waters to write his well-known poem ‘Spirit song over the waters’.
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Chosen by many as a summer and beach destination, Sardinia is famous for the clear and pristine waters, awarded time after time, and for the variety of its coasts. It is certainly popular for the Emerald Coast, able to offer a mix between green clean waters by day and jet-set & fun by night, but it is likewise popular for the hidden coves and the wildest shores.
Sardinian coastline is so different from one coast to another and offers so many solutions that one single holiday will not be enough. It will only give you the input to and the curiosity to discover more: one visiting the island once, will visit it again and again!
0:00 Spiaggia di Cala Sisine
0:13 Monte Oro
0:35 Cala Goloritze
1:44 Cala Mariolu
2:31 Isola dell’ Ogliastra
3:07 Torre di Porto Giunco
3:41 Porto Flavia
4:05 Pan di Zucchero
4:41 Bosa Village
5:37 Pelosa Beach (Spiaggia Della Pelosa)
6:43 Isola Asinara
7:16 Castelsardo
8:00 Costa Paradiso
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Located in the Maranhão state in northern Brazil and running along the Atlantic coast, Lençóis Maranhenses National Park is home to miles of beautiful white sand dunes. The park’s name translates from Portuguese to “bedsheets of Maranhão,” a reference to the sprawling smooth sand dunes.
The park runs along more than 40 miles of coast and stretches inland for another 30 miles. With such a large expanse of sand and nearly no vegetation, it would be easy to assume this park is classified as a desert. However, deserts, by definition, receive less than 10 inches of rain in a year, and Lençóis Maranhenses National Park has an average rainfall almost five times that.
For the first half of the year, the sand dunes are the site of constant rainstorms. This rainfall gathers in the valleys between the dunes, creating an entire lagoon system that encompasses miles of interconnected leftover rainwater. Mid-year, when the water has reached its peak, the lagoons can reach an amazing depth of 10 feet.
Incredibly, these temporary water sources are not devoid of life, despite their unique method of formation. Some of the lagoons attach themselves to permanent water sources, such as nearby rivers, and fish freely move between the permanent and the temporary waters.
Once the rainy season has ended, the heat of the sun works fairly quickly, evaporating all the rainwater lagoons in the span of just a few months. The dunes are once again the area’s only fixture, returning to their status as the “bedsheets of Maranhão,” until the next year rolls around and the cycle begins again.
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Terceira (The Third) was the third island in the Azores to be discovered by the Portuguese, hence its name.
Located on the Western Group of the Azores Islands, Corvo is the smallest and most remote island of the archipelago. Though small, Corvo Island suspects the curiosity of the most seasoned travelers from diverse reasons: beauty, mystery and isolation. Every visitor is welcomed into a big family, because that’s how life in Corvo is like. This Azorean island has an area of only 7 square miles, but it is home to some of the most impressive natural scenarios of the Azores.
The island formed from a 5 km diameter central volcano (Monte Gorde) that emerged around 730,000 years ago,
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The Atacama is the oldest desert on Earth and has experienced semiarid conditions for roughly the past 150 million years, according to a paper in the November 2018 issue of Nature. Scientists estimate that the desert's inner core has been hyperarid for roughly 15 million years, thanks to a combination of unique geologic and atmospheric conditions in the area. This perfectly parched inner-desert region spans roughly 50,000 square miles (130,000 square km).
The Atacama is tucked in the shadow of the snow-capped Andes Mountains, which block rainfall from the east. To the west, the upwelling of cold water from deep in the Pacific Ocean promotes atmospheric conditions that hamper the evaporation of seawater and prevent the formation of clouds and rain.
On average, the driest part of the Atacama receives less than a millimeter of rain each year.
Much of the Atacama Desert's core is caked in thick salt deposits called playas, which can stretch for miles and are nearly half a meter thick (1.6 feet) in some places. The desert is speckled with stones that have been carried across the playas by powerful wind gusts. Alluvial fans, which are large, fan-shaped sediment deposits, connect the desert plateau with the mountains that surround it and suggest that water once flowed from the Andes into the desert.
The Atacama also features a 435-mile-long (700 km) and 12-mile-wide (20 km) swath of desert known as the nitrate belt. Nitrate minerals can be found in everything from explosives to fertilizer and were mined extensively in the Atacama before the 1930s.
At 16,570 feet (5,050 meters) in elevation, the Atacama Desert plateau may be the best place in the world to spot the solar system's secrets. To the delight of amateur astronomers, the desert sees as many as 330 cloud-free nights each year.
livescience.com
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While both islands enjoy a pleasant climate year-round, the easy way to distinguish them is to think in terms of hot and cold: Warm up in North Island - think white sand beaches, volcanoes, hot springs to soak in, boiling geysers and the subtropical "Winterless North".
Chill out in the South Island - think snowy mountains, giant glaciers and glacier-carved fiords, phenomenal alpine views and winter sports.
New Zealand's climate gets warmer the further north you go, so the North Island is generally much warmer than the South. Head north of Auckland to the subtropical Bay of Islands and you'll stays warm even in the winter months! Popular with families and honeymooners, the Coromandel Peninsula is another region famous for its wonderful beaches and it's an easy drive from Auckland too.
Head to Rotorua's boiling mud pools, giant geysers and acid-green lakes for a truly out-of-this-world experience. There's geothermal activity aplenty here - not something you see every day!
The geothermal area stretches as far as the Coromandel Peninsula where at Hot Water beach you can dig your own hot water pool in the sand from the underground springs.
If you fancy hiking on a volcano, try the Tongariro Alpine Crossing - it's one of the world’s finest day walks.
Auckland and Wellington are two incredibly diverse harbor cities, each offering world-class dining, arts and culture. They're distinctly Kiwi, and are only a stones-throw away from beaches, hiking trails and stunning landscapes.
Auckland is the City of Sails, known for its waterfront lifestyle and superb skyline, perfect for that sunset shot over the harbour. You'll soon see why it's considered one of the world's most liveable cities. At the bottom of the North Island, Wellington is the "coolest little capital" with a creative vibe, cafe culture and a thriving craft beer industry!
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0:00 East Auckland Coastline
1:27 Coromandel Peninsula
1:55 Cathedral Cove Beach
2:30 Hunua Falls
3:05 Huka Falls in Waikato River, Taupo
4:04 Tree Fern Forest Wilderness
4:44 Waiotapu Geothermal Park, Rotorua
5:13 Mount Ruapehu
5:41 Castlepoint
MUSIC:
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• EvandroS - Mystical Oneness
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While both islands enjoy a pleasant climate year-round, the easy way to distinguish them is to think in terms of hot and cold: Warm up in North Island - think white sand beaches, volcanoes, hot springs to soak in, boiling geysers and the subtropical "Winterless North".
Chill out in the South Island - think snowy mountains, giant glaciers and glacier-carved fiords, phenomenal alpine views and winter sports.
New Zealand's climate gets warmer the further north you go, so the North Island is generally much warmer than the South. Head north of Auckland to the subtropical Bay of Islands and you'll stays warm even in the winter months! Popular with families and honeymooners, the Coromandel Peninsula is another region famous for its wonderful beaches and it's an easy drive from Auckland too.
Head to Rotorua's boiling mud pools, giant geysers and acid-green lakes for a truly out-of-this-world experience. There's geothermal activity aplenty here - not something you see every day!
The geothermal area stretches as far as the Coromandel Peninsula where at Hot Water beach you can dig your own hot water pool in the sand from the underground springs.
If you fancy hiking on a volcano, try the Tongariro Alpine Crossing - it's one of the world’s finest day walks.
Auckland and Wellington are two incredibly diverse harbour cities, each offering world-class dining, arts and culture. They're distinctly Kiwi, and are only a stones-throw away from beaches, hiking trails and stunning landscapes.
Auckland is the City of Sails, known for its waterfront lifestyle and superb skyline, perfect for that sunset shot over the harbour. You'll soon see why it's considered one of the world's most liveable cities. At the bottom of the North Island, Wellington is the "coolest little capital" with a creative vibe, cafe culture and a thriving craft beer industry!
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0:00 Karekare Beach
2:12 Cape Reinga
2:28 Maitai Bay, Karikari Penisula
3:00 Matauri Bay
4:00 Bay of Islands
5:40 Ngunguru Bay
6:12 Whangarei Heads
6:57 Mangawhai Heads
7:53 Goat Island Marine Reserve
MUSIC:
Kenio Fuke
• Sexto Sentido
• Heart of the Seas
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Winter brings with it one of nature’s true spectacles: starling murmurations. But what are they, and why do these hypnotic gatherings form?
Murmurations are huge groups of starlings that swoop, dive, swirl and dance in synchronized motion, forming mesmerizing, surreal shapes against the sky.
Why do starling murmurations form?
Starlings are known as ‘partial migrants’: birds that migrate in some places but not in others. Our own starlings tend to stay put while those from colder countries in eastern Europe head to our shores, swelling our numbers during autumn and winter to form seriously impressive flocks.
Scientists believe that murmurations offer safety in numbers; protection from predators like peregrine falcons that are attracted by the sheer number of birds. After all, it can’t be easy to single out just one starling from a whirling group of hundreds or even thousands! Experts still aren’t completely sure how each starling knows which way to turn without bumping into the others.
Murmurations always form over the birds’ communal roosting site. As the number of starlings reaches its peak and the last of the daylight begins to fade, an unspoken signal seems to tell the group to funnel towards the ground with one last sweeping motion and calming whoosh of wings. Roosts can be anything from a reedbed to a seaside pier where the group can huddle together for warmth and chatter about the best feeding grounds.
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This cluster of islands is off the tip of the Palawan Island is full of dramatic rock formations and surrounded by bright blue waters.
El Nido covers an area of about 400 sq km at the northern tip of Palawan Island. This first-class municipality also comprises 45 islands and islets, all of which are part of the Bacuit Archipelago. El Nido – which translates as "the nest" – owes its name to the fact it’s an important turtles’ breeding area.
Splendid natural surroundings are the main attractions in El Nido, which compose the Bacuit Archipelago. The islands offer a wide range of geological formations, as well as island-hopping day trips from El Nido Town. Simizu, Cadlao, Dilumacad, and Matinloc are just a few of the islands that are worth a visit. Sea kayaking is an eco-friendly way of exploring each island.
Snorkeling and scuba diving are the activities that first began to put El Nido on the bucket list of many travelers, thanks to the abundant marine life and coral reefs around most of the islands. On land, exploring the rainforest in search of waterfalls and exotic flora and fauna species make for rewarding travel experiences.
El Nido is currently ranked #4 in Condé Nast Traveler's list of "20 Most Beautiful Beaches in the World." CNNgo has called it the Best Beach and Island destination in the Philippines for its "extraordinary natural splendor and ecosystem.” wikipedia.org, hotels.com
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