Africa

Indian Ocean Islands 10

BIOT

  • Diego Garcia Atoll Lagoon

    Massive turquoise lagoon. No general tourist access but high value as protected area.

  • East Point Plantation Ruins

    19th century plantation remains where islanders processed copra. Viewable by military personnel only.

  • Hickory Lodge Seabird Nesting Site

    Protected area where endangered tern species breed in colonies.

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Cocos Islands

  • Pulu Keeling National Park

    National park protecting entire uninhabited island with rare seabirds and primitive vegetation, entry by permit only

  • Cossies Beach

    Uninhabited beach with pure white sand and turquoise waters

  • The Rip (Snorkel Point)

    Channel famous for strong currents, drift snorkeling with colorful fish schools

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Comoros

  • Mount Karthala

    Active volcano at 2,361m elevation with panoramic island and ocean views from crater rim

  • Mohéli Marine Park

    First marine protected area in Indian Ocean, dugong and humpback whale observation spot

  • Old Friday Mosque

    Historic mosque built in 15th century with iconic white minaret

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Mayotte

  • Lake Dziani (Crater Dziani)

    Emerald-colored crater lake. Spectacular views from the surrounding trail

  • N'Gouja Beach (Plage de N'Gouja)

    Popular white sand beach where you can swim with sea turtles

  • Saziley Marine Reserve

    Peninsula and lagoon where mangroves and baobabs intermingle

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TAAF

  • French Southern Territories National Nature Reserve

    UNESCO World Heritage registered in 2019. Massive protected area where sub-Antarctic ecosystems remain almost untouched.

  • Port-aux-Français Base

    TAAF''s central facility with administrative offices, meteorological observatory, and museum exhibition room.

  • Dôme Pierre Glacier

    Sub-Antarctic glacier flowing directly into sea. Observe powerful ice wall collapse up close.

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Heard and McDonald Islands

  • Mawson Peak

    Active volcano at 2,745 m. Weather permitting, offers views of vast glaciers and Indian Ocean from crater rim.

  • Big Ben Glacier

    Thick glacier covering volcanic slopes. Glacier terminus flowing directly into the sea is spectacular.

  • King Penguin and Elephant Seal Breeding Sites (Atlas Cove)

    World-class colony with tens of thousands of penguins and numerous seals breeding.

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Madagascar

  • Andasibe-Mantadia National Park

    Classic spot for observing lemurs including indri. Night tours also popular.

  • Baobab Avenue

    Iconic Madagascar photo spot with giant tree-lined road against sunset.

  • Rova Palace (Antananarivo)

    Merina Kingdom palace ruins. Under restoration after fire, open as museum.

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Maldives

  • Hanifaru Bay

    UNESCO Biosphere Reserve lagoon where large groups of manta rays and whale sharks gather.

  • Islamic Centre & Grand Friday Mosque

    The country''s largest mosque with a symbolic golden dome, completed in 1984.

  • Maldives National Museum

    National museum displaying artifacts from the Sultanate period and ancient Buddhist relics.

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Réunion Island

  • Piton de la Fournaise

    One of the world's most accessible and frequently erupting active volcanoes. Lava field trails are popular.

  • Piton des Neiges

    At 3,069m elevation, offers stunning 360-degree views and sea of clouds at sunrise. Overnight refuge stays followed by early morning summit climbs are typical.

  • Cirque de Cilaos

    One of the UNESCO World Heritage areas. Famous for hot springs and lentil dishes.

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Seychelles

  • Vallée de Mai Nature Reserve

    A UNESCO World Heritage pristine forest where giant coco de mer palms grow, forming a mystical valley.

  • Aldabra Atoll

    A pristine giant atoll inhabited by over 150,000 Aldabra giant tortoises.

  • Anse Source d'Argent

    One of the world's most scenic beaches featuring granite boulders and turquoise shallows.

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Central Africa 11

Burundi

  • Kibira National Park

    Vast African montane rainforest where chimpanzees and over 200 bird species can be observed.

  • Rusizi River Falls (Karola Falls)

    60m-class waterfall deep in the jungle. Hiking course and picnic spots are popular.

  • Gitega National Museum

    The country's largest museum housing 2,000 items including royal drums, crowns, and pottery from the kingdom era.

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Cameroon

  • Mount Cameroon

    West Africa's highest peak stratovolcano, popular for climbing and trails

  • Dja Faunal Reserve

    Biodiversity treasure trove with gorillas and colobus in tropical rainforest

  • Waza National Park

    Savanna area where elephants, giraffes, and lions can be observed

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Central African Republic

  • Manovo-Gounda St Floris National Park

    UNESCO World Heritage. Diverse large mammals including white rhino and elephants inhabit savanna and wetlands

  • Dzanga-Ndoki National Park

    Part of tri-national protected area. Famous for 'bai' salt springs where forest elephants gather

  • Boali Falls (Chutes de Boali)

    Impressive 50m high waterfall with increased water volume during rainy season

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Chad

  • Ennedi Massif Natural and Cultural Landscape

    UNESCO World Heritage featuring sandstone arches, canyons, and prehistoric rock art.

  • Ounianga Lakes

    18 freshwater and saltwater lakes remaining in Sahara Desert. Fantastical contrast of deep blue waters and sand dunes.

  • Zakouma National Park

    Protected area with high density of large wildlife including elephants, giraffes, and lions.

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Congo-Brazzaville

  • Odzala-Kokoua National Park

    Ecotour base for observing western lowland gorillas and forest elephants in tropical rainforest

  • Nouabalé-Ndoki National Park

    Pristine forest including Sangha River basin World Heritage area with researcher protection facilities

  • Conkouati-Douli National Park

    Biodiversity hotspot where ocean meets inland wetlands, also known as sea turtle nesting site

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DR Congo

  • Virunga National Park

    Africa's oldest national park, famous for mountain gorillas and the active Nyiragongo volcano

  • Kahuzi-Biega National Park

    World Heritage Site recognized as Grauer's gorilla habitat

  • Garamba National Park

    Important sanctuary for northern white rhinos and giraffes

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Equatorial Guinea

  • Pico Basilé (Mount Basilé)

    Volcano at 3,008m elevation popular for tropical cloud forest trekking.

  • Malabo Cathedral

    Beautiful Neo-Gothic landmark built in 1897.

  • Lika Beach

    Scenic area with black sand beaches and volcanic rock formations.

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Gabon

  • Loango National Park

    Also called "Africa's last Eden," where elephants walk beaches and surfing hippos can be seen.

  • Lopé National Park

    Mixed World Heritage for savanna-tropical forest interlacing landscape and Paleolithic rock engravings.

  • Pongara National Park

    Famous as sea turtle nesting ground; day-trip range from Libreville.

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Rwanda

  • Volcanoes National Park

    Highland forest at the foot of the Virunga volcanoes. Sanctuary for mountain gorillas.

  • Nyungwe National Park

    One of Africa's largest pristine montane forests. Observe 13 primate species including chimpanzees.

  • Akagera National Park

    Big Five habitat with savannah, wetlands, and lakes.

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São Tomé and Príncipe

  • Ôbo National Park (São Tomé)

    UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with tropical cloud forest and endemic bird species

  • Pico Cão Grande

    663m volcanic pinnacle, a dream destination for rock climbers

  • Lagoa Azul

    Popular snorkeling and diving spot with coral reefs and clear blue waters

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Uganda

  • Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

    World Heritage site world-famous for endangered mountain gorilla trekking

  • Kasubi Tombs of Buganda Kings

    UNESCO cultural heritage symbolizing kingdom politics and traditional architecture

  • Murchison Falls National Park

    Enjoy powerful waterfall where White Nile drops through gorge and safari simultaneously

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Northern Africa 5

Algeria

  • Casbah of Algiers

    A labyrinthine old town from the Ottoman era, registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

  • Timgad Ruins

    Roman Empire's grid-pattern city ruins called 'the Pompeii of Africa'.

  • Djémila Ruins

    Mountain city ruins preserving well-maintained theater and Trajan's Arch.

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Libya

  • Leptis Magna Ruins

    Well-preserved Roman Empire city ruins with amphitheater and basilica

  • Sabratha Ruins

    Ancient Phoenician-origin city with iconic Mediterranean-facing theater

  • Cyrene Ruins

    Ancient Greek colonial city with Apollo Temple and Agora remains

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Morocco

  • Jemaa el-Fnaa Square

    Center of Marrakech medina where street performances and food stalls continue all night

  • Fes el Bali (Fez Medina)

    World's largest labyrinth-like medina and traditional tannery workshops

  • Hassan II Mosque

    Africa's largest mosque jutting into Atlantic Ocean

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Tunisia

  • Carthage Ruins

    Ancient Phoenician city Carthage ruins. Highlights include Byrsa Hill and Roman bath ruins.

  • Tunis Old Town (Medina)

    UNESCO World Heritage. Labyrinthine souks and Ottoman-era mansions remain.

  • El Jem Amphitheatre

    Roman Empire giant colosseum. Very well preserved.

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Egypt

  • Three Pyramids of Giza and Sphinx

    World Heritage-listed monumental stone architecture from the Old Kingdom

  • Egyptian Museum of Antiquities

    Housing approximately 120,000 artifacts including Tutankhamun's golden mask

  • Karnak Temple

    Amun temple complex featuring an impressive Great Hypostyle Hall

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Southern Africa 11

Angola

  • Kalandula Falls

    Spectacular waterfalls over 400m wide. Water volume increases dramatically during rainy season.

  • Quiçama National Park

    Protected area where large mammals like hippos and elephants can be observed.

  • Miradouro da Lua

    Moon-like erosion formations offering beautiful sunset views.

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Botswana

  • Okavango Delta

    The world's largest inland delta. Water safaris by mokoro (canoe) are popular.

  • Chobe National Park

    One of the world's highest elephant densities. River cruises are famous.

  • Central Kalahari Game Reserve

    A vast reserve where oryx and lions inhabit the dry savanna.

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Lesotho

  • Thaba Bosiu Ruins

    Fortress hill built by Moshoeshoe I for the kingdom. Magnificent views.

  • Maletsunyane Falls

    Waterfall with a 198m drop. World's longest commercial abseiling experience available.

  • Katse Dam

    Core dam of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project. Massive concrete arch and lakeside scenery.

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Malawi

  • Lake Malawi National Park

    UNESCO Natural Heritage known as freshwater fish paradise. Snorkeling popular.

  • Likoma Island

    Small island called lake paradise. 19th-century cathedral and white sand beaches attractive.

  • Chongoni Rock Art Area

    Ancient rock painting group left by indigenous hunter-gatherers and farmers. Registered World Cultural Heritage.

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Mauritius

  • Le Morne Brabant Cultural Landscape

    Mountain massif jutting into sea and lagoon landscape, known as sanctuary for escaped slaves.

  • Aapravasi Ghat

    Indian immigrant reception facility ruins. UNESCO World Heritage site.

  • Black River Gorges National Park

    National park popular for endemic species forests and gorge hiking trails.

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Mozambique

  • Mozambique Island

    Historic city lined with Portuguese colonial stone architecture, also registered as World Heritage.

  • Bazaruto Archipelago National Park

    Diving paradise with transparent waters and coral reefs.

  • Gorongosa National Park

    Safari destination observing lions, elephants, wattled cranes.

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Namibia

  • Namib-Naukluft National Park (Deadvlei)

    Surreal landscape of red dunes and white clay pan with dead trees, popular with photographers

  • Etosha National Park

    Famous safari destination where diverse animals gather around salt pan

  • Skeleton Coast

    Desolate coastline dotted with shipwrecks from dense fog and rough seas

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South Africa

  • Kruger National Park

    World-renowned reserve where Big Five and other wildlife can be observed via 4WD safari.

  • Table Mountain

    Flat-topped mountain at 1,086m elevation. Enjoy spectacular views and endemic fynbos plants via cable car.

  • Cape of Good Hope

    Scenic cliff location near the junction of Atlantic and Indian Oceans, often confused with Cape Point.

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Zimbabwe

  • Victoria Falls

    One of the world's three great waterfalls. Spectacular rainbows and spray with helicopter tours and bungee jumping being popular.

  • Great Zimbabwe Ruins

    Stone city ruins from the 12th-15th centuries. Origin of the country name and national bird.

  • Mana Pools National Park

    World Heritage site where you can observe elephants and hippos up close by canoe safari.

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Eswatini

  • Sibebe Rock

    Giant granite dome with 350m elevation difference. Popular for hiking and scenic views.

  • Ezulwini Valley

    Lush green resort area called "Valley of Heaven."

  • Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary

    Country's oldest wildlife sanctuary where zebras and hippos can be seen.

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Zambia

  • Victoria Falls

    One of the three great waterfalls in the world. Devil's Pool experience during dry season is popular

  • South Luangwa National Park

    Birthplace of walking safaris, treasure trove of Big Five

  • Kafue National Park

    Largest national park in the country with African buffalo and cheetah observation

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Eastern Africa 8

Ethiopia

  • Rock-Hewn Churches of Lalibela

    11 underground churches carved from rock in the 12th-13th centuries.

  • Simien National Park

    Habitat for Gelada baboons and Walia ibex with cliffs exceeding 4,500m elevation.

  • Aksum Obelisks

    Sacred site known for ancient Kingdom of Aksum stelae and Ark of the Covenant legend.

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Eritrea

  • Asmara: A Modernist African City

    Art Deco and Futurist architecture complex from the Italian colonial period. UNESCO World Heritage Site registered in 2017.

  • Massawa Old Town

    Pearl of the Red Sea featuring Ottoman-style buildings made of coral stone and narrow alleyways.

  • Dahlak Archipelago

    Red Sea''s largest archipelago with about 350 islands, a paradise for diving and birdwatching.

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Djibouti

  • Lake Assal

    Below-sea-level salt lake with transparent turquoise blue and spreading salt crystals

  • Lake Abbe

    Secret place known for limestone chimney rock formations and flamingo flocks

  • Day Forest (Forêt du Day)

    Precious mountain forest remaining in arid region with endemic juniper forest spreading

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Kenya

  • Masai Mara National Reserve

    World-class safari area where over one million wildebeest participate in the Great Migration.

  • Amboseli National Park

    Famous for spectacular views of giant elephant herds against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.

  • Nairobi National Park

    Urban safari where giraffes and lions can be seen with high-rise buildings in the background.

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Somalia

  • Old Town Mogadishu (Hamar Weyne)

    Ancient quarter with white coral stone houses and Ottoman-style mosques.

  • Laas Geel Cave Paintings

    Painted rock art depicting cattle and humans dating back approximately 5,000 BC.

  • Mount Shimbiris

    The country's highest point at 2,416m. Features mountain vegetation contrasting with arid regions.

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South Sudan

  • The Sudd

    One of the world's largest wetlands exceeding 30,000 km². Boat safaris for bird watching and sitatunga observation

  • Imatong Mountains

    Cloud forest home to the highest peak Mount Kinyeti. Popular for hiking and bird watching

  • Fula Rapids

    Dramatic waterfall with increased flow during rainy season. Surrounding area known as a butterfly paradise

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Sudan

  • Pyramids of Meroë

    Late Kingdom of Kush royal necropolis. Over 40 steep, small pyramids stand clustered.

  • Jebel Barkal and Napata Sites

    Sacred mountain protruding into desert with Temple of Amun ruins and royal tombs. UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • Sanganeb Marine National Park

    Diving spot boasting 40m visibility. Manta rays and sharks patrol the waters.

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Tanzania

  • Serengeti National Park

    Savanna famous for the world's great wildlife migration.

  • Ngorongoro Conservation Area

    A World Heritage site with diverse wildlife in a massive caldera.

  • Kilimanjaro National Park

    Climbing mecca centered on Africa's highest peak at 5,895m.

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Western Africa 18

Cabo Verde

  • Cidade Velha Historic Center

    West Africa's oldest European colonial city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with fortresses and cathedrals from the slave trade era

  • Fogo Volcano National Park

    Trek the 2,829m active volcano and taste volcanic wine in a village within the giant caldera

  • Santa Maria Beach

    A resort area with powder sand and crystal-clear waters, a mecca for windsurfing

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Benin

  • Royal Palaces of Abomey

    Dahomey Kingdom successive royal palace ruins. World Heritage site preserving reliefs and thrones

  • Ouidah "Slave Route"

    4km memorial route tracing old Slave Coast trading path to "Door of No Return"

  • W National Park (Benin side)

    Savanna reserve spanning Niger, observing diverse large wildlife including elephants, lions, cheetahs

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The Gambia

  • Kunta Kinteh Island (formerly James Island)

    World Heritage Site. Remains of fortifications and museums from the slave trade era.

  • Abuko Nature Reserve

    Forest reserve near the capital where monkeys and crocodiles can be observed.

  • Wassu Stone Circles

    Representative site of the World Heritage "Stone Circles of Senegambia".

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Ghana

  • Cape Coast Castle

    World Heritage castle fortress preserving slave trade history. Underground dungeons and "Door of No Return" remain.

  • Elmina Castle

    Sub-Saharan Africa''s oldest European architecture built in 1482. White fortress constructed by Portuguese.

  • Kakum National Park

    Observe large birds and monkeys from 350-meter canopy walkway spanning rainforest.

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Guinea

  • Mount Nimba Strict Nature Reserve

    UNESCO World Heritage site spanning Guinea, Côte d'Ivoire, and Liberia. Highland forest and rare animal sanctuary.

  • Îles de Los

    Resort islands 30 minutes by boat from capital. White sand beaches and seafood popular.

  • Fouta Djallon Plateau

    Highland plateau at 1,000m elevation dotted with waterfalls and gorges. Trekking and waterfall tours available.

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Côte d'Ivoire

  • Grand-Bassam Historic Town

    World Heritage Site preserving colonial-era government quarter and merchant district; beachside cafes and coastal resort popular.

  • Taï National Park

    Last primary tropical rainforest habitat for pygmy chimpanzees and red colobus.

  • Yamoussoukro Basilica

    World's largest basilica magnificent with white marble and stained glass.

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Liberia

  • Sapo National Park

    3,500 km² of pristine tropical rainforest hosting pygmy hippos and rare bird species

  • Providence Island

    Historic landing site of freed slaves with an attached museum

  • Lake Piso Wetland Reserve

    Lagoon and mangrove forest bird-watching area with tidal color changes

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Mali

  • Old Town of Djenne and Great Mosque

    The world's largest adobe brick architectural complex where an annual mud replastering festival takes place

  • Historic Monuments of Timbuktu

    Three major mosques and document repositories in a scholarly city that thrived on Saharan trade

  • Bandiagara Escarpment (Land of the Dogon)

    Dogon settlements built on 500m cliffs and their unique animist beliefs

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Mauritania

  • Chinguetti Old Town

    Center of Islamic scholarship since the 13th century. Sand-buried stone minaret is iconic.

  • Banc d'Arguin National Park

    World's largest tidal flats and seagrass beds. UNESCO Natural Heritage site serving as paradise for dugongs and migratory birds.

  • Richat Structure (Eye of the Sahara)

    40km diameter concentric circular formation. Distinctive landscape observable from altitude and satellite photography.

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Niger

  • Historic District of Agadez

    Preserves the atmosphere of a medieval Saharan trading city centered around the Grand Mosque with its mud-brick minaret

  • Air and Ténéré Natural Reserves

    One of the world's largest desert reserves, home to endemic species such as the Saharan oryx

  • W National Park

    A wetland where the Niger River meanders in a W shape; renowned for observing elephants and buffalo

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Nigeria

  • Zuma Rock

    A massive monolith serving as an iconic landmark near the capital.

  • Olumo Rock

    A granite outcrop used historically as a fortress refuge.

  • Yankari National Park

    A savanna reserve home to elephants and buffaloes, with natural hot springs.

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Guinea-Bissau

  • Bijagós Archipelago

    An archipelago of 88 islands, famous for mangroves and sea turtle nesting sites.

  • Orango Islands National Park

    A mangrove protected area where dolphins and waterfowl gather.

  • Bissau Old Town

    Preserves colonial-era streetscapes and vibrant markets from the Portuguese colonial period.

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Saint Helena

  • Jacob's Ladder

    699-step staircase built on former cable car tracks from 1829. Panoramic views of town and sea from the top.

  • Longwood House

    Residence where Napoleon spent his final 6 years. Furniture and belongings preserved as they were.

  • Napoleon's Tomb

    Though remains were moved to Paris, the stone tomb and garden remain as a pilgrimage site in a quiet forest.

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Senegal

  • Gorée Island

    A World Heritage site as a departure point of the slave trade. Stone fortresses and the House of Slaves remain.

  • Lake Retba (Pink Lake)

    A vividly pink salt lake colored by algae. Salt harvesting operations can be observed.

  • Saint-Louis Old Town

    A charming island city lined with French colonial architecture.

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Sierra Leone

  • Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary

    Forest sanctuary protecting orphaned chimpanzees. Has an eco-lodge and popular day tours.

  • River No. 2 Beach

    Scenic beach with white sand and emerald sea. Filming location for the movie 'Blood Diamond'.

  • Banana Islands

    Famous diving spot with ruins of British colonial forts and pristine coral reefs.

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Western Sahara

  • Dakhla Lagoon

    Internationally renowned kitesurfing mecca with emerald-colored shallows.

  • Laayoune Old Spanish Quarter

    Historic district with colonial architecture from the Spanish rule era.

  • Bou Craa Mine and Conveyor Belt

    The ore transport belt running endlessly through the desert is impressive in scale.

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Togo

  • Koutammakou, Land of Batammariba

    World Heritage area with cylindrical dwellings called "Takienta" scattered. Traditional lifestyle still remains today.

  • National Museum of Togo

    National museum displaying prehistoric artifacts to ethnic costumes and masks.

  • Lomé Grand Market (Grand Marché)

    Three-story building and outdoor area overflowing with textiles, spices, beads; enjoy price negotiation.

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Burkina

  • Ruins of Loropéni

    Stone wall ruins of a golden trade city flourishing from 11th to 16th centuries, first World Heritage site.

  • W-Arly-Pendjari Complex

    Savanna reserve known for elephant corridor; birdwatching sanctuary.

  • Naziensa Cathedral

    West Africa's largest red brick Catholic church.

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Americas

Caribbean 28

Antigua and Barbuda

  • Nelson's Dockyard National Park

    A World Heritage Site renovated from an 18th-century British naval dockyard. Stone warehouses and docks remain.

  • Shirley Heights

    A former battery site hill overlooking English Harbour. Famous for Sunday evening outdoor reggae.

  • Dickenson Bay

    A popular resort beach with white sand and shallow turquoise blue waters.

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The Bahamas

  • Atlantis Paradise Island

    Landmark integrated resort with massive water park, aquarium, and casino.

  • Exuma Cays Land & Sea Park

    World's first marine nature park. Exceptional transparency for snorkeling and sailing.

  • Pig Beach

    Unique uninhabited island where you can interact with wild swimming pigs.

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Barbados

  • Historic Bridgetown and its Garrison

    UNESCO World Heritage site featuring colonial-era commercial port and fortress ruins.

  • Harrison's Cave

    Giant limestone stalactite cave toured by double-decker tram.

  • Andromeda Botanic Gardens

    Hillside garden collecting rare tropical and subtropical plants.

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BVI

  • The Baths

    A mystical waterside formed by giant boulders creating tide pools and caves, representing BVI's iconic scenic beauty.

  • Sage Mountain National Park

    A tropical cloud forest reserve offering 360-degree views from the 521m summit.

  • RMS Rhone Marine Park

    An underwater park protecting the 1867 shipwreck of a mail steamer, one of the world's premier wreck dive sites.

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Cayman

  • Seven Mile Beach

    World-class white sand long beach. Popular for luxury resorts and sunsets

  • Stingray City

    Snorkeling point where you can safely interact with wild southern stingrays

  • Cayman Turtle Centre

    Facility conducting sea turtle conservation and breeding research. Can swim in Turtle Lagoon

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Cuba

  • Old Havana Historical District

    World Heritage area preserving cobblestones and colonial architecture. Classic cars and streetscapes picturesque.

  • Malecón Esplanade

    7km seaside promenade with beautiful sunsets. Local gathering place.

  • Viñales Valley

    Spectacular tobacco plantations with limestone mogotes (karst hills).

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Dominica

  • Morne Trois Pitons National Park

    World Heritage area concentrating tropical rainforest, volcanoes, and waterfalls

  • Boiling Lake

    60m-diameter grey boiling hot spring lake reached by 7-hour trek

  • Trafalgar Falls

    Famous site where twin falls "Mama and Papa" cascade 60m

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Dominican Republic

  • Colonial Zone Zona Colonial

    A UNESCO World Heritage cobblestone district featuring the first cathedral and fortresses of the New World.

  • Punta Cana

    An international tourist destination with white-sand beaches and all-inclusive hotels.

  • 27 Waterfalls of Damajagua

    A 27-level limestone canyon explored by sliding and jumping.

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Spice Island

  • Grand Anse Beach

    3 km white sand and turquoise sea, a regular on world''s best beaches.

  • Moliniere Bay Underwater Sculpture Park

    Caribbean''s first underwater sculpture gallery, ideal for snorkeling and diving.

  • Fort George

    Fortress built in 1705 offering panoramic views of the capital and harbor.

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Guadeloupe

  • La Soufrière

    Active volcano at 1,467m elevation. Popular for sulfur vents at mid-slope and Caribbean views from summit.

  • Marché Couvert (Covered Market)

    Vibrant indoor market lined with spices, rum, and tropical fruits.

  • Grande Anse Beach

    The island''s premier long beach with azure sea and golden sand.

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Haiti

  • Citadelle Laferrière

    Mountain fortress built post-independence. World Heritage listed.

  • Sans-Souci Palace

    Haitian Kingdom palace ruins. Neoclassical style ruined beauty remains.

  • Labadee

    White sand beach and marine activities popular with cruise passengers exclusively.

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Jamaica

  • Blue and John Crow Mountains National Park

    UNESCO World Heritage; highland where cloud forest, coffee plantations, and Maroon history intersect.

  • Dunn's River Falls

    Terraced limestone waterfall; popular waterfall climbing hand-in-hand.

  • Negril Seven Mile Beach

    Resort coast famous for pure white sand and sunsets.

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Martinique

  • Mount Pelée Volcano

    Active volcano at 1,397m altitude. Hiking trails offer spectacular views of tropical rainforest and caldera

  • Jardin de Balata

    Private garden popular for over 200 tropical plant species and suspension bridge course

  • Les Salines Beach

    Picture-perfect beach with over 1km of white sand and coconut palms

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Montserrat

  • Soufrière Hills Volcano and Observatory

    An active volcano erupting since 1995. Limited tours offer distant views of the pyroclastic dome and lava dome.

  • Plymouth Old Town (Buried City)

    The former capital buried in volcanic ash, with abandoned buildings called the 'Pompeii of the Caribbean'.

  • Montserrat Volcano Observatory (MVO)

    State-of-the-art volcanic monitoring facility with educational displays and live camera feeds of crater activity.

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Curaçao

  • Willemstad Historic District

    UNESCO World Heritage Dutch colonial townscape.

  • Queen Emma Bridge

    World-rare horizontally rotating wooden movable bridge. Illuminated at night.

  • Christoffel National Park

    Nature reserve including highest peak Mount Christoffel (372m), popular for hiking.

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Aruba

  • Arikok National Park

    Protected area covering about 20% of island area with desolate sandstone plateaus, caves, and natural pools

  • Eagle Beach

    Selected as world's top beach for pure white sand and fofoti tree scenery

  • Palm Beach

    Nightlife center with high-rise hotels and shopping malls

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Sint Maarten

  • Maho Beach

    The world's most thrilling beach with passenger planes passing just tens of meters overhead.

  • Philipsburg Boardwalk

    Seaside promenade lined with restaurants and souvenir shops; also cruise ship gateway.

  • Front Street

    Shopping street with duty-free jewelry stores and 19th-century architecture.

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Caribbean Netherlands / BES Islands

  • Bonaire National Marine Park

    World-class coral reef sanctuary with 86 official dive sites.

  • Washington Slagbaai National Park

    Largest terrestrial park on the island with scrubland, salt lakes, and wild donkeys.

  • Klein Bonaire

    Uninhabited island beach popular for snorkeling and turtle watching.

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Puerto Rico

  • Old San Juan Historic District

    World Heritage area with colorful colonial architecture and cobblestone streets preserved.

  • Castillo San Felipe del Morro

    16th-century maritime fort with spectacular cliff and lawn areas for scenic picnics.

  • El Yunque National Forest

    The only tropical rainforest national forest in the U.S. Waterfall trails and observation towers are popular.

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Saint Barthélemy (St. Barth / St. Barts)

  • Gustavia Harbor

    Island gateway lined with red-roofed colonial architecture and luxury boutiques.

  • Shell Beach (Anse de Grand Galet)

    Unique small cove covered with wave-polished shells.

  • St. Jean Beach

    Famous for turquoise waters and the renowned 'Eden Rock' hotel.

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Saint Kitts and Nevis

  • Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park

    A UNESCO World Heritage star-shaped fortress built in the 18th-19th centuries, offering panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea and neighboring islands.

  • St. Kitts Scenic Railway

    A circular tourist train utilizing the old sugar railway, with open-deck carriages offering 360° scenic views.

  • Mount Liamuiga Hiking

    A 1,156m dormant volcano. Trekking to the crater offers spectacular views of tropical rainforest and sea of clouds.

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Anguilla

  • Shoal Bay East

    2km white sand beach with world-class transparency and snorkeling spots

  • Meads Bay

    Quiet sunset beach lined with luxury resorts

  • Rendezvous Bay

    Shallow turquoise lagoon with views of Saint Martin island

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Saint Lucia

  • Pitons Management Area (Gros Piton & Petit Piton)

    A UNESCO World Natural Heritage site comprising the lush twin peaks and surrounding waters. Popular for hiking and snorkeling.

  • Soufrière Volcano and Sulphur Springs

    One of the world's rare drive-in volcanoes. Experience natural mud baths with beauty benefits.

  • Diamond Falls & Botanical Garden

    Waterfall with mineral-colored water and a tropical botanical garden dating from the 18th century.

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Saint Martin

  • Orient Bay Beach

    Popular beach called the "Saint-Tropez of the Caribbean" with 3km of white sand and turquoise blue waters.

  • Pic Paradis

    Highest peak at 424m elevation. Observatory offers panoramic views of both territories and nearby islands.

  • Fort Louis

    18th-century fortress ruins. Historic site overlooking the port and town.

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Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

  • La Soufrière Mountain

    An active volcano standing at 1,234m. Trekking to the crater rim offers panoramic views of the entire island and the Caribbean Sea.

  • Tobago Cays Marine Park

    A group of uninhabited islands where sea turtles and coral reefs are protected. A snorkeling paradise.

  • Bequia Island Port Elizabeth

    A port town retaining the atmosphere of 19th-century whaling. Famous for handmade sailboat model souvenirs.

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Trinidad and Tobago

  • Pitch Lake (La Brea Pitch Lake)

    Natural asphalt lake approximately 90m in diameter. Experience strange sensation of slowly sinking when walking.

  • Maracas Beach

    Country's premier beach spot with bow-shaped white sand and palm groves. Famous 'Bake & Shark' stalls line up.

  • Caroni Swamp & Bird Sanctuary

    Ramsar Convention site known for Scarlet Ibis flocking at dusk.

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TCI

  • Grace Bay Beach

    16km white sand and shallow turquoise blue water extending along island's premier beach.

  • Princess Alexandra National Marine Park

    Marine protected area preserving coral reefs and mangroves. Snorkeling sanctuary.

  • Chalk Sound National Park

    Jade-colored lagoon dotted with limestone islets, popular for kayak exploration.

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U.S. Virgin Islands

  • Virgin Islands National Park

    Pristine tropical forest and coral reefs covering two-thirds of the island.

  • Trunk Bay

    Stunning beach with underwater snorkel trail.

  • Magens Bay

    Regular on world's most beautiful beaches rankings.

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Belize

  • Great Blue Hole

    Circular submarine sinkhole approximately 300m diameter and 124m deep. Dream destination for divers worldwide.

  • Belize Barrier Reef Reserve

    UNESCO World Heritage barrier reef system exceeding 300km in length.

  • Ambergris Caye

    Home to San Pedro town, luxury resorts and vibrant nightlife.

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Costa Rica

  • Arenal Volcano National Park

    Representative tourist destination featuring conical active volcano and hot spring resorts.

  • Manuel Antonio National Park

    Coastal park with white sand beaches and monkeys, sloths visible.

  • Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve

    Cloud forest famous for canopy trails and diverse orchids.

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El Salvador

  • Joya de Cerén Archaeological Site

    Pre-Classic farming village buried in volcanic ash, registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • Santa Ana Volcano (Ilamatepec)

    Active volcano at 2,381m with a beautiful turquoise crater lake, popular climbing spot.

  • Lake Coatepeque

    Caldera lake popular for boat cruises and lakeside resorts.

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Guatemala

  • Tikal National Park

    Largest Maya Classic period temple complex towering in jungle with rich ecosystem.

  • Antigua Guatemala

    Colonial capital with Baroque architecture on cobblestone streets. Famous for Holy Week processions.

  • Lake Atitlán

    Caldera lake surrounded by volcanoes. Indigenous villages and beautiful sunsets are attractions.

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Honduras

  • Copán Ruins

    World Heritage site famous for Classic Period Maya stone carvings and hieroglyphic stairway.

  • Río Plátano Biosphere Reserve

    World Heritage wilderness encompassing jungle, wetlands, and indigenous communities.

  • Roatán Island

    Crystal-clear coral reefs and Caribbean resort. Popular cruise port.

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Nicaragua

  • Granada Old Town

    A colonial city preserving a 16th-century cathedral and pastel-colored houses.

  • Masaya Volcano National Park

    Drive to the crater rim and view the glowing red lava lake at night.

  • Ometepe Island

    A haven for ecotourism featuring two conical volcanoes rising from the lake.

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Panama

  • Panama Canal Miraflores Locks

    The highlight of canal tourism where visitors can watch massive gate operations from observation decks.

  • Casco Viejo (Panama Historic District)

    The old town with cobblestone streets and colorful buildings from the Spanish colonial era.

  • Panama Viejo Ruins

    Ruins of the old capital destroyed by pirates in 1671 with museum.

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Bermuda

  • Horseshoe Bay Beach

    Representative beach with pink sand and turquoise blue sea

  • Crystal & Fantasy Caves

    Fantastical cave with limestone stalactites reflected in water surface

  • Royal Naval Dockyard

    Shopping and museum area utilizing 19th-century naval shipyard ruins

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Canada

  • Banff National Park

    World-class resort to enjoy emerald lakes and Rocky Mountain scenery.

  • Niagara Falls

    One of world's three great waterfalls. Cruise ships and nighttime illumination popular.

  • CN Tower

    553m radio tower. Glass floor observation deck and outdoor EdgeWalk are highlights.

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Mexico

  • Chichén Itzá

    Late Maya period massive city ruins. Kukulkan pyramid famous.

  • Teotihuacan

    Ancient city with temple complex including Pyramid of the Sun.

  • Cancún

    Popular for turquoise sea and all-inclusive hotels.

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Saint Pierre and Miquelon

  • Île aux Marins

    A small island with colorful fishing shacks and shipwrecks, a photo opportunity landmark.

  • Heritage Museum (Musée Héritage)

    The archipelago's largest museum displaying Prohibition-era smuggling artifacts and indigenous culture.

  • Villa Cutty Sark

    A unique building constructed from smuggling crates. Interior tours are popular.

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America, U.S., USA

  • Grand Canyon National Park

    One of the world's largest canyons carved by the Colorado River; famous for sunrise and sunset views.

  • Times Square

    "Crossroads of the world" lined with neon and giant screens; famous for countdown celebrations.

  • Yellowstone National Park

    The world's first national park; treasure trove of geysers and wildlife.

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Argentina

  • Iguazu Falls

    Fall groups with one of the world's largest water volumes. The national park is a World Heritage Site.

  • Perito Moreno Glacier

    A massive glacier falling into the lake, where collapse shows can be witnessed.

  • Ushuaia City

    The world's southernmost city. Gateway to Beagle Channel cruises and Antarctic routes.

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Bolivia

  • Salar de Uyuni

    A massive salt flat creating mirror-like reflections during rainy season, known as the "sky mirror"

  • Tiwanaku Ruins

    Pre-Columbian Tiwanaku civilization's religious city ruins

  • Lake Titicaca and Isla del Sol

    A large lake at 3,810m elevation, considered the birthplace of Inca mythology

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Brazil

  • Iguazu Falls

    One of the world's three major waterfalls. 275 falls cascade with thundering noise

  • Christ the Redeemer

    Giant statue atop 710m mountain. Observation deck offers panoramic views of city and bay

  • Amazon Rainforest

    Earth's largest jungle. Observe pink dolphins and diverse flora and fauna

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Chile

  • Torres del Paine National Park

    Premier Patagonian scenic area featuring glaciers and granite peaks.

  • Easter Island (Rapa Nui National Park)

    Remote mysterious spot blending moai statues and Polynesian culture.

  • Atacama Desert - Valle de la Luna

    Moon-like rock formations and clear starry skies at world-renowned astronomical observation site.

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Colombia

  • Cartagena Old City

    A walled city from the Spanish colonial era facing the Caribbean Sea, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

  • Coffee Triangle (Eje Cafetero)

    Beautiful coffee plantation region and charming villages, also a UNESCO World Heritage Site

  • Tayrona National Natural Park

    A secluded paradise where the Caribbean Sea meets tropical rainforest, with indigenous ruins

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Ecuador

  • Galápagos Islands

    The stage for Darwin's theory of evolution. Observing endemic species and diving are globally popular.

  • Quito Historic Center

    Colonial cityscape at 2,850m elevation with numerous Baroque churches.

  • Cuenca Old Town

    Beautiful southern Andean colonial city with cobblestone streets and flower-adorned balconies.

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Falklands

  • Volunteer Point

    Sand spit and lagoon with one of world's largest king penguin colonies

  • Christ Church Cathedral & Whale Bone Arch

    1903 stone cathedral and arch made from giant whale bones

  • Gypsy Cove

    White sand cove and Magellanic penguin observation point

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SGSSI

  • Grytviken Whaling Station Ruins

    Early 20th-century whaling factory ruins with museum and Shackleton''s grave.

  • King Edward Point Museum

    Small museum at territorial administrative headquarters displaying historical and ecosystem materials.

  • Salisbury Plain

    Vast plain where massive king penguin colony can be observed.

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French Guiana

  • Guiana Space Centre (CSG)

    Europe''s major rocket launch site. Tours guide launch pads and control rooms

  • Devil''s Island (Île du Diable)

    Former penal colony island. Prison ruins and natural scenery enjoyed simultaneously

  • Maroni River Cruise

    Canoe down border''s major river visiting jungle and villages

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Guyana

  • Kaieteur Falls

    Giant single-drop waterfall deep in tropical rainforest. Popular for small plane tours and jungle trekking.

  • Iwokrama Rainforest Reserve

    Research reserve known for canopy walkway and night safaris.

  • Rupununi Savanna

    Grassland dotted with cowboy culture and giant anthills.

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Paraguay

  • La Santísima Trinidad de Paraná Ruins

    17th–18th century Jesuit mission ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage site with majestic stone church remains.

  • Jesús de Tavarangue Ruins

    A counterpart to Trinidad, featuring impressive Jesuit-carved stone sculptures.

  • Itaipú Dam

    A massive dam with one of the world's largest hydroelectric power outputs. Guided tours in English are popular.

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Peru

  • Machu Picchu

    Inca citadel in the sky at 2,430m altitude. World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders.

  • Historic Center of Cusco

    Former capital where Inca and colonial cultures merge. Stone masonry streets are highlights.

  • Nazca Lines

    Giant geoglyphs drawn in the desert. Overflight tours are popular.

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Suriname

  • Historic Inner City of Paramaribo

    World Cultural Heritage area with Dutch colonial architecture from the 17th-19th centuries.

  • Central Suriname Nature Reserve

    World Natural Heritage site covering over 2 million hectares of pristine tropical rainforest and granite inselbergs.

  • Brownsberg Nature Park

    Famous birdwatching site with a 500m plateau and waterfalls.

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Uruguay

  • Historic Quarter of Colonia del Sacramento

    A World Heritage site with cobblestone streets and white-walled townscapes from the 17th century.

  • Punta del Este

    South America's premier luxury resort. Bustling with yachts and nightlife in summer.

  • Casapueblo

    A white labyrinthine building created by artist Carlos Páez Vilaró.

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Venezuela

  • Salto Angel (Angel Falls)

    The world's highest waterfall. Cessna tours and boat tours are popular.

  • Canaima National Park

    A World Heritage site with tepuis (table mountains) and tropical rainforests.

  • Los Roques Archipelago

    Diving paradise with turquoise atolls and white sand beaches.

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Antarctica

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Antarctic Continent

  • South Pole (Amundsen–Scott Station)

    The southernmost point on Earth. Two markers exist—the true geographic pole and the ceremonial pole—popular for commemorative photos.

  • Antarctic Peninsula

    Relatively temperate with abundant wildlife, the most visited region by cruise ships. Glacial and mountain landscapes are breathtaking.

  • Lemaire Channel

    Scenic passage nicknamed 'Iceberg Alley.' Towering rock walls and floating ice create stunning photo opportunities.

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Bouvet Island

  • Olavtoppen

    At 780 m elevation, the island's highest point. An ice-covered crater hill and main weather observation point.

  • Nyrøysa Lava Shelf

    A new lava plateau formed by eruptions in the 1950s. Nesting site for penguins and seals.

  • Cape Valdivia

    A cape named by the 1898 German expedition. Features rugged scenery where cliffs meet glaciers.

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Kazakhstan

  • Bayterek Tower

    97m observation tower. The glass sphere symbolizing the mythical egg of happiness is iconic.

  • Khan Shatyr

    One of the world''s largest tent-shaped shopping and entertainment malls. Features an indoor beach.

  • Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi

    14th-century Timurid Islamic shrine and UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Kyrgyzstan

  • Issyk-Kul Lake

    An alpine lake with the world's second-highest transparency. Popular as a summer resort and winter hot spring.

  • Ala-Archa National Park

    A glacier valley with 4,000m peaks, ideal for day hiking.

  • Burana Tower (Balasagun ruins)

    A minaret built during the 11th-century Kara-Khanid Khanate era with stone figures.

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Tajikistan

  • Pamir Highway

    Highland route called "road in the sky". Spectacular drive course overlooking 7,000m peaks and lakes.

  • Ismoil Somoni Peak

    Central Asia's highest peak at 7,495m. Known as challenge mountain for experienced climbers.

  • Iskanderkul Lake

    Cobalt blue alpine lake. Surrounding hiking trails and lily colonies.

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Turkmenistan

  • Darvaza Gas Crater (Door to Hell)

    70m diameter natural gas crater burning continuously; spectacular red flames popular attraction.

  • Merv Ruins

    UNESCO World Heritage site of one of Silk Road's largest oasis city ruins.

  • Nisa Ruins

    Early Parthian Empire royal capital ruins with circular fortress and storage structures.

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Uzbekistan

  • Registan Square

    A treasure trove of Islamic architecture surrounded by three madrasahs. The night view is a must-see.

  • Gur-e-Amir Mausoleum

    A mausoleum where Emperor Timur and his clan rest, with an impressive iridescent dome.

  • Itchan Kala

    The walled old city of an oasis city, registered as a World Heritage site.

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Bangladesh

  • Sundarbans

    World's largest mangrove forest, habitat of Bengal tigers and ilish. UNESCO natural heritage.

  • Paharpur Buddhist Monastery Ruins

    8th century Somapura Mahavihara ruins. Brick structures narrating Buddhism's golden age.

  • Bagerhat Mosque City

    15th century brick mosque complex. Shait Gumbad Mosque symbolic.

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Bhutan

  • Taktsang Monastery (Tiger's Nest)

    Training monastery clinging to 900m cliff. Iconic symbol of Bhutan tourism.

  • Punakha Dzong

    Winter administrative and religious center fortress architecture where royal coronation ceremonies held.

  • Buddha Dordenma

    51m tall bronze Great Buddha. Interior contains 108 small Buddhas and meditation hall.

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Sri Lanka

  • Sigiriya Rock

    5th-century sky palace and frescoes built atop massive monolith.

  • Sacred City of Anuradhapura

    Ancient capital ruins centered around Sri Maha Bodhi tree, direct descendant of Buddha's tree.

  • Temple of the Tooth Kandy

    Buddhism's greatest sacred site enshrining Buddha's tooth relic. Starting point of Esala Perahera.

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India

  • Taj Mahal

    White marble mausoleum built by 5th Mughal emperor for beloved wife; World Heritage Site

  • Ganges River Ghats

    Hinduism's holiest site; famous for dawn bathing and evening puja

  • Amber Fort

    Hilltop fortress palace built of sandstone and marble

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Nepal

  • Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park

    UNESCO Natural Heritage including the world's highest peak and Sherpa culture area.

  • Durbar Squares of Kathmandu Valley

    Medieval Malla dynasty palace architecture and artisan districts.

  • Pokhara and Phewa Lake

    Scenic resort with views of Annapurna range across the lake.

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Pakistan

  • Lahore Fort and Shalimar Gardens

    World Heritage conveying Mughal Empire architectural beauty

  • Mohenjo-daro

    Indus civilization city ruins approximately 5,000 years old

  • Taxila Ruins

    Ancient capital flourished as Gandhara Buddhism center

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China

  • Great Wall of China

    Defensive fortification built from Qin through Ming dynasties. Badaling and Mutianyu are popular tourist sections.

  • Forbidden City (Palace Museum)

    Palace of Ming and Qing emperors. World's largest wooden architectural complex.

  • Terracotta Army

    Life-sized soldier figures guarding Emperor Qin Shi Huang's mausoleum. Excavation site open to visitors.

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Taiwan

  • Taipei 101

    A 508-meter skyscraper that once held the title of world's tallest, offering panoramic city views from its observatory.

  • National Palace Museum

    One of the world's premier museums housing over 700,000 Chinese cultural artifacts.

  • Jiufen Old Street

    Nostalgic hillside streets adorned with red lanterns.

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Hong Kong

  • Victoria Peak

    Hong Kong's premier viewpoint overlooking million-dollar night view

  • Star Ferry

    Retro ferry crossing Victoria Harbour in under 10 minutes

  • Sky100

    Observation deck at 393 m height. Enjoy 360-degree panorama

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Japan

  • Mount Fuji

    Japan's highest peak and UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. Popular for sunrise climbing and fifth station sightseeing

  • Kyoto Kiyomizu-dera

    Spectacular views of the city and autumn foliage from the wooden stage

  • Itsukushima Shrine

    World Heritage site known for its vermilion torii gate floating in the sea

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North Korea

  • Mansudae Grand Monument

    Revolutionary site with giant bronze statues of Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong Il. Flower offerings are obligatory.

  • Kumsusan Palace of the Sun

    Mausoleum housing the bodies of past leaders. Strict dress code enforced.

  • Kaesong Historic District

    Capital of Goryeo Dynasty. World Heritage sites including Namdaemun and Sungkyunkwan.

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South Korea

  • Gyeongbokgung Palace

    Main palace of Joseon Dynasty; Gwanghwamun and Geunjeongjeon are highlights

  • Changdeokgung Palace & Huwon

    Garden called Secret Garden is beautiful

  • Bukchon Hanok Village

    Streetscape retaining Joseon-era yangban residences

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Macao

  • Senado Square

    Iconic World Heritage square with Portuguese cobblestones and colonial architecture

  • Ruins of St. Paul''s

    17th-century church with only façade remaining after fire; classic photo spot

  • Monte Fort

    17th-century fortress; cannon batteries and views popular

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Mongolia

  • Terelj National Park

    National park near Ulaanbaatar with strange rock formations and grasslands, enjoying horseback riding and hiking.

  • Gobi Gurvan Saikhan National Park

    Area including magnificent Gobi Desert, glacial gorge Yolyn Am, fossil-rich Bayanzag.

  • Erdene Zuu Monastery (Karakorum ruins)

    Tibetan Buddhist monastery built in 16th century. Site of Mongol Empire's old capital Karakorum.

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Brunei

  • Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque

    An iconic mosque with pure white walls and a golden dome reflected in the water. Italian marble and stained glass interiors are also notable.

  • Jame' Asr Hassanil Bolkiah Mosque

    The largest prayer hall in the country with 29 golden domes. Beautiful night illumination.

  • Istana Nurul Iman

    The functioning royal palace, open to the public on Ramadan opening day. The world's largest residential building.

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Myanmar

  • Bagan Archaeological Zone

    Ancient royal capital from the 11–13th centuries with over 3,000 pagodas scattered across the plains. Hot air balloon tours are popular.

  • Shwedagon Pagoda

    Approximately 100-meter-tall golden pagoda considered the most sacred site in Myanmar Buddhism.

  • Inle Lake

    Highland lake renowned for floating villages and leg-rowing fishermen.

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Cambodia

  • Angkor Wat

    Masterpiece of Khmer architecture built in the 12th century

  • Angkor Thom

    Walled city ruins known for the four-faced Buddha of Bayon Temple

  • Banteay Srei

    'The citadel of women' with exquisite red sandstone carvings

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Indonesia

  • Borobudur Temple Compounds

    World's largest Buddhist monument built in 9th century; sunrise tours popular

  • Prambanan Temple Compounds

    Spire complex dedicated to Hindu trinity shining in sunset

  • Bali (Kuta, Ubud, Nusa Dua)

    Diverse tropical resort from surfing to Balinese dance and spas

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Laos

  • Luang Prabang Old Town

    UNESCO World Heritage Site. An ancient capital with the Royal Palace Museum and the golden temple "Wat Xieng Thong."

  • Kuang Si Falls

    A multi-tiered waterfall flowing over limestone terraces with emerald blue water.

  • Wat Phou Temple Complex

    Khmer-era mountain temple ruins and ancient city sites on the plains.

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Malaysia

  • Petronas Twin Towers

    452m twin towers with stunning night views. Sky bridge and observation deck are popular.

  • Batu Caves

    Massive Hindu temple caves. Famous pilgrimage site during Thaipusam.

  • Malacca Historic City

    UNESCO World Heritage port city. Dutch Square and red-brick churches remain.

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Philippines

  • El Nido

    Premier beach resort known for limestone karsts and crystal-clear lagoons.

  • Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park

    UNESCO World Heritage marine protected area admired by divers.

  • Boracay Island

    Island popular for its 4km White Beach and sunsets.

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Timor-Leste

  • Cristo Rei Statue

    An iconic spot with a 27-meter Christ statue and 360-degree ocean views

  • Atauro Island

    A diving and ecotourism paradise boasting one of the world's highest coral densities

  • Jaco Island

    A sacred white sand beach with turquoise blue waters with no permanent human presence

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Singapore

  • Marina Bay Sands

    Integrated resort with rooftop infinity pool and massive casino.

  • Gardens by the Bay

    Futuristic garden featuring giant artificial 'Supertrees' and cooled domes.

  • Sentosa Island

    Leisure island featuring beaches, Universal Studios, and luxury hotels.

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Vietnam

  • Ha Long Bay

    A UNESCO World Natural Heritage site featuring limestone karsts rising from the sea. Cruise tours are popular.

  • Hoi An Ancient Town

    A port town preserving 16th-19th century Japanese and Chinese quarters. Illuminated by lanterns at night.

  • Hue Monuments Complex

    Magnificent ancient capital ruins including the Nguyen Dynasty imperial palace and royal tombs.

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Thailand

  • Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha)

    Most important temple within Royal Palace. Enshrines Emerald Buddha with magnificent golden decoration.

  • Grand Palace

    Royal palace complex established 1782. Mix of Thai traditional and Western architecture.

  • Ayutthaya Historical Park

    14th-18th century Ayutthaya Kingdom ruins. Famous for brick stupas and fallen tree Buddha head.

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Afghanistan

  • Bamiyan Valley Archaeological Sites

    Giant cave complexes and Buddha statue remnants with stunning mountain scenery. UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • Minaret of Jam

    12th-century Ghurid dynasty brick minaret with magnificent decorative Kufic script.

  • Panjshir Valley

    Scenic drive through narrow valleys with cobalt blue rivers.

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Bahrain

  • Bahrain National Museum

    Largest museum spanning from ancient Dilmun civilization to modern era.

  • Qal'at al-Bahrain (Bahrain Fort)

    Ancient fortress preserving multilayered structures from pre-history onward, registered as UNESCO World Cultural Heritage.

  • Al Fateh Grand Mosque

    Nation's largest mosque; non-Muslims permitted guided interior tours.

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Palestine

  • Al-Aqsa Mosque

    Islam''s third holiest site. Forms Haram al-Sharif along with the golden Dome of the Rock.

  • Dome of the Rock

    7th-century Islamic architecture symbolized by golden dome and octagonal tiles.

  • Church of the Nativity

    UNESCO World Heritage site marking Jesus''s birthplace. Underground grotto is pilgrimage center.

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Iran

  • Persepolis Ruins

    Achaemenid ceremonial capital ruins; magnificent stone columns and reliefs

  • Imam Square (Naqsh-e Jahan Square)

    World's largest square demonstrating Safavid urban planning

  • Golestan Palace

    Qajar royal palace; splendid glazed tile and mirror decorations

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Iraq

  • Babylon Ruins

    Ancient city with palace ruins and Ishtar Gate foundation from Nebuchadnezzar II era

  • Hatra Ruins

    Desert city fusing Hellenistic and Parthian styles (UNESCO)

  • Ashur

    Religious city ruins of ancient Assyria

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Israel

  • Jerusalem Old City and Temple Mount

    Historic district concentrating holy sites for Judaism, Christianity, and Islam

  • Dead Sea Resorts

    Lake where high salinity enables floating and mineral-rich mud packs are popular

  • Masada Fortress

    Mountain fortress built by Herod the Great; sunrise hikes are classic

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Jordan

  • Petra

    UNESCO World Heritage ancient city carved in rose-red sandstone. Famous as the setting for Indiana Jones.

  • Wadi Rum

    Called the ''Valley of the Moon'', a red desert with striking rock formations. Filming location for The Martian.

  • Dead Sea

    A salt lake where you can float due to high salinity, popular for mineral-rich mud packs.

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Kuwait

  • Kuwait Towers

    Iconic national landmark with observation deck and rotating restaurant.

  • Grand Mosque

    The country's largest mosque with a beautiful blue-tiled dome and golden minarets.

  • The Avenues Mall

    One of the largest shopping complexes in the Middle East with over 700 stores.

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Lebanon

  • Baalbek Ruins

    Massive Roman temple complex inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site

  • Byblos Old Town

    One of the world's oldest port cities where the Phoenician alphabet was discovered

  • Qadisha Valley and Cedars of Lebanon

    Scenic hiking course where sacred sites and virgin cedar forests coexist

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Oman

  • Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque

    Modern mosque with marble dome and world's largest-class Persian carpet.

  • Nizwa Fort

    17th century circular fortress, important as inland control stronghold.

  • Jebel Shams

    Highest peak at 3,075m. Trekking along giant canyon popular.

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Qatar

  • Souq Waqif

    Traditional market popular with tourists for spices, perfumes, and falcon market.

  • Museum of Islamic Art (MIA)

    Designed by I.M. Pei, displaying Islamic art collection from 7th-19th centuries.

  • National Museum of Qatar

    Desert rose-shaped exterior designed by Jean Nouvel, presenting history, nature, and future.

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Saudi Arabia

  • Masjid al-Haram (Kaaba)

    The largest sacred mosque in Islam, the center of Hajj and Umrah pilgrimage.

  • Prophet's Mosque

    The second holiest site, housing the tomb of Prophet Muhammad. Symbolized by its emerald dome.

  • At-Turaif District (Diriyah Ruins)

    The former capital of the First Saudi State, registered as a World Heritage site.

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Syria

  • Ancient City of Damascus

    World's oldest city ruins with city gates, Umayyad Mosque, and souks.

  • Umayyad Mosque

    Grand mosque from 8th century with magnificent mosaic decoration.

  • Aleppo Citadel

    Massive fortress with moat and stone bridge encircling entire hill, retaining BCE foundations.

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UAE

  • Burj Khalifa

    World's tallest skyscraper. 124th floor observatory and LED light show are highlights

  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

    Iconic mosque with white marble and world's largest Persian carpet

  • Louvre Abu Dhabi

    International art museum with impressive floating honeycomb dome

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Turkey

  • Hagia Sophia

    World Heritage converted from Eastern Roman cathedral to mosque

  • Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque)

    Famous for six minarets and blue Iznik tiles

  • Topkapi Palace

    Residence of successive Ottoman Empire sultans

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Yemen

  • Old City of Sana'a

    UNESCO World Heritage site featuring mud-brick high-rise residential complexes with intricate white plaster decorations.

  • Shibam Hadramawt

    16th-century high-rise mud-brick city. World's oldest 'skyscraper' city.

  • Old City of Zabid

    Medieval Islamic center of learning with labyrinthine alleys and earth-colored buildings.

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Austria

  • Schönbrunn Palace

    Habsburg summer palace. Gardens and zoo are also highlights.

  • Hallstatt Lakeside and Dachstein

    Picture-perfect lakeside village registered as World Heritage.

  • Salzburg Old Town

    Musical city with Mozart-related townscape and fortress.

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Czechia

  • Prague Castle

    World''s largest castle complex founded in 9th century, comprising royal palace, cathedral, and Golden Lane

  • Charles Bridge

    14th-century stone bridge connecting Old Town and Lesser Quarter, lined with 30 saint statues

  • Old Town Square and Astronomical Clock

    Popular 15th-century astronomical clock with moving figures on the hour

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Hungary

  • Buda Castle District

    Medieval hill with Royal Palace, Matthias Church, and Fisherman's Bastion

  • Danube Banks and Parliament Building

    Spectacular Neo-Gothic giant parliament and lighting

  • Lake Balaton

    Central Europe's largest lake, called "Hungary's Sea"

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Liechtenstein

  • Vaduz Castle

    National symbol where princely family resides, overlooking town

  • Liechtenstein National Museum

    Comprehensive museum covering archaeology to folk materials

  • Liechtenstein Art Museum

    Black cube building exhibiting modern and contemporary art

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Poland

  • Kraków Historic Centre

    World Heritage Site preserving medieval streets, Wawel Castle, and cathedral.

  • Auschwitz-Birkenau Museum

    Former concentration camp site conveying the reality of the Holocaust.

  • Wieliczka Salt Mine

    Salt labyrinth and chapel extending 135m underground.

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Slovakia

  • Bratislava Castle

    White castle standing on a hill overlooking the Danube River. Beautiful night views.

  • Spiš Castle

    One of Europe's largest castle ruins, registered as a World Heritage site.

  • High Tatras National Park

    Highest peaks of the Carpathian Mountains. Famous for hiking and skiing.

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Slovenia

  • Ljubljana Castle

    Hilltop fortress overlooking the old town, accessible by funicular

  • Lake Bled and Bled Castle

    Postcard scenery with emerald lake, island church, and cliffside castle

  • Postojna Cave

    24km long, one of Europe's largest caves toured by underground train

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Switzerland

  • Matterhorn

    Iconic pyramid-shaped peak. Mountain tourism and climbing mecca.

  • Jungfraujoch

    High mountain station called Top of Europe and glacier views.

  • Old City of Bern

    World Heritage Site preserving 12th-century streetscape.

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Denmark

  • Tivoli Gardens

    World''s oldest theme park opened 1843; famous for fireworks and illuminations

  • Nyhavn Canal

    17th-century harbor townscape with colorful wooden houses and restaurants

  • Roskilde Cathedral

    World Heritage brick Gothic church where successive Danish kings rest

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Faroe Islands

  • Mykines Puffin Breeding Grounds

    A birdwatching mecca where thousands of puffins nest on pristine cliffs.

  • Sørvágsvatn Lake (Leitisvatn)

    Popular on social media as a "flying lake" that appears to float above the sea.

  • Múlafossur Waterfall

    A fantastical waterfall flowing directly from lake to sea.

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Finland

  • Suomenlinna Fortress

    18th-century sea fortress and UNESCO World Heritage site. Museums and cafes are abundant.

  • Santa Claus Village

    Popular spot where you can meet Santa year-round on the Arctic Circle.

  • Aurora Viewing in Utsjoki

    Low light pollution with high probability of aurora from September to April.

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Åland

  • Kastelholm Castle

    14th-century medieval fortress. Also used as summer residence of Finnish royalty.

  • Bomarsund Fortress Ruins

    Fortress ruins built by Russian Empire. Destroyed in Crimean War, now an open-air museum.

  • Åland Maritime Museum

    Comprehensive shipping museum with adjacent sailing ship Pommern on display.

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Greenland

  • Ilulissat Ice Fjord

    Spectacular fjord where fast-flowing seracs glacier produces massive icebergs

  • Northeast Greenland National Park

    The world''s largest national park, home to wild musk oxen and Arctic wolves

  • Nuuk Old Town

    Area with 18th-century Danish colonial houses and the National Museum

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Iceland

  • Blue Lagoon

    World-famous spa facility with milky-blue geothermal water

  • Þingvellir National Park

    Birthplace of Althing where tectonic plate boundaries can be observed

  • Gullfoss Waterfall

    Massive two-tiered waterfall frequently adorned with rainbows

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Norway

  • Geirangerfjord

    A representative fjord with cliffs and waterfalls, registered as a World Heritage Site

  • Preikestolen

    Spectacular view of Lysefjord from a 604m vertical cliff

  • Bergen Bryggen

    Medieval port town with wooden warehouses from the Hanseatic period

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Svalbard and Jan Mayen

  • Svalbard Global Seed Vault

    "Earth's last insurance" storing crop seeds from around the world in permafrost tunnels.

  • Svalbard Museum

    Exhibits history, nature, and culture from the whaling era to the present.

  • Pyramiden Abandoned Mining Settlement

    Ghost town built as a Soviet ideal city.

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Sweden

  • Gamla Stan Old Town

    Birthplace of Stockholm with medieval alleys and royal palace.

  • Vasa Museum

    World's only museum perfectly preserving the 17th-century warship Vasa.

  • Drottningholm Palace

    Royal residence with Baroque gardens and court theatre as highlights.

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Andorra

  • Grandvalira Ski Resort

    One of the largest ski areas in the Pyrenees, boasting 213 km of runs for all skill levels.

  • Madriu-Perafita-Claror Valley

    A UNESCO World Heritage site preserving medieval stone pathways and pastoral culture in a remote valley.

  • Caldea Spa

    Europe's largest hot spring facility, symbolized by glass towers and offering extensive family zones.

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Cyprus

  • Paphos Archaeological Park

    World Heritage site with Roman mosaics and Royal Tombs

  • Ancient Kourion City Ruins

    Ancient coastal city with semicircular theater and bath ruins

  • Troodos Mountains

    Hiking and skiing sanctuary with Mount Olympus at 1,951m

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Gibraltar

  • The Rock

    426-meter limestone mountain. Cable car to summit offers panoramic views of strait and African continent.

  • Upper Rock Nature Reserve

    Protected area observing Barbary macaque troops and diverse flora.

  • St. Michael''s Cave

    Stalactite cave interior also used as concert hall. Fantastical lighting.

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Greece

  • Acropolis and Parthenon

    Symbol of ancient Greek architecture. Night illumination is a must-see.

  • Meteora Monasteries

    Sky-high monasteries built atop towering rock formations.

  • Santorini Island

    Island of caldera cliffs, white-walled houses, and sunsets acclaimed as the world''s best.

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Vatican

  • St. Peter's Basilica

    Highlights include Michelangelo-designed dome and world's largest basilica interior.

  • St. Peter's Square

    Elliptical square embraced by Bernini's colonnade. Papal audiences held here.

  • Vatican Museums

    Collection of approximately 70,000 items from ancient sculpture to modern painting.

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Italy

  • Colosseum

    Ancient Rome's largest amphitheater; underground gladiator passages must-see during interior tours.

  • Historic Center of Florence

    Renaissance architecture and art concentrated around Duomo.

  • Venice and its Lagoon

    Labyrinthine waterways and gondolas symbolizing 'City of Water.'

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Malta

  • Valletta Old Town

    16th-century fortified city and World Heritage site, with palaces and St. John's Co-Cathedral from the Knights' era

  • St. John's Co-Cathedral

    Luxurious baroque church housing Caravaggio's masterpiece 'The Beheading of St. John'

  • Ħal Saflieni Hypogeum

    Underground cemetery dating to around 4000 BC, one of the world's oldest underground structures

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Monaco

  • Monte Carlo Casino

    Luxurious Belle Époque-style casino and opera house

  • Prince's Palace

    Grimaldi family residence, popular changing of the guard

  • Oceanographic Museum

    Temple of ocean science where Cousteau served as director

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Portugal

  • Belém Tower

    A white fortress in Manueline style. Registered as a World Heritage Site as a symbol of the Age of Discovery

  • Jerónimos Monastery

    A magnificent monastery built to celebrate Vasco da Gama's successful expedition

  • Sintra-Pena Palace

    A colorful hilltop palace and gardens in Romantic style

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San Marino

  • Guaita Fortress

    The oldest of the three fortresses built in the 11th century, standing on a steep cliff with spectacular views.

  • Cesta Fortress (Rocca Cesta)

    Rebuilt in the 14th century, the interior houses a weapons museum.

  • Montale Fortress

    Not accessible to visitors, but the triangular-roofed watchtower is an iconic symbol.

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Spain

  • Sagrada Família

    Gaudí-designed unfinished basilica and symbol of Barcelona

  • Alhambra Palace

    Nasrid-era Islamic palace with beautiful gardens

  • Prado Museum

    World-class museum housing masterpieces by Velázquez and Goya

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Albania

  • Butrint Archaeological Site

    UNESCO World Heritage ancient city featuring overlapping Greek, Roman, and Byzantine ruins.

  • Berat Historic District

    Hillside city known as the 'City of a Thousand Windows,' featuring white-walled Ottoman architecture.

  • Gjirokastër Old Town

    World Heritage site known for stone houses and fortress, birthplace of writer Ismail Kadare.

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Azerbaijan

  • Walled City of Baku Old Town (Icherisheher)

    UNESCO World Heritage Site. A historic district preserving 12th-century walls, the Maiden Tower, and Shirvanshah Palace.

  • Gobustan National Reserve

    Famous for prehistoric rock art and mud volcano groups.

  • Ateshgah Fire Temple

    An 18th-century pilgrimage site of Zoroastrianism worshipping fire.

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Armenia

  • Garni Temple

    1st century Greco-Roman style temple. Only remaining pagan architecture with canyon views and spectacular scenery.

  • Geghard Monastery

    World Heritage. Medieval monastery integrating rock-cut and church with Holy Lance legend remaining.

  • Etchmiadzin Cathedral

    Cathedral said to be founded 301, world's oldest class. Armenian Church headquarters.

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Bosnia

  • Baščaršija Old Town

    Historic district with remaining Ottoman-era cobblestones and bazaar.

  • Old Town of Mostar and Stari Most

    Rebuilt arch bridge over Neretva River and stone townscape.

  • Mehmed Paša Sokolović Bridge (Drina Bridge)

    Built 16th century, famous as setting of Ivo Andrić's novel.

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Bulgaria

  • Rila Monastery

    Founded in the 10th century, the supreme holy site of Bulgarian Orthodoxy known for vivid frescoes and arches.

  • Plovdiv Old Town and Ancient Roman Theatre

    A historic district in one of Europe's oldest cities where Ottoman and Roman ruins coexist.

  • Nessebar Ancient Town

    A World Heritage town on a peninsula jutting into the Black Sea, with concentrated church clusters.

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Belarus

  • Mir Castle

    16th-century castle combining Gothic and Renaissance styles, a World Heritage site

  • Nesvizh Castle

    Baroque palace and gardens known as the residence of the Radziwiłł family

  • Białowieża Forest

    World Natural Heritage primeval forest where European bison inhabit

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Croatia

  • Dubrovnik Old Town

    "Pearl of the Adriatic" walled city. UNESCO World Heritage.

  • Plitvice Lakes National Park

    National park with travertine terraces and emerald lakes. One of the first World Heritage registrations.

  • Diocletian's Palace

    World Heritage where 4th-century Roman emperor's palace ruins merge with city.

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Estonia

  • Historic Centre of Tallinn

    UNESCO World Heritage Site with cobblestone old town and preserved city walls featuring medieval streets and cafes.

  • Lahemaa National Park

    Country''s oldest national park harmonizing virgin forests, coastline, and manor architecture.

  • Soomaa National Park

    Famous for canoe experiences during flood season, called the "fifth season."

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Georgia

  • Narikala Fortress

    Symbolic fortress of Tbilisi traditionally founded in 4th century. Accessible by cable car.

  • Gergeti Trinity Church

    14th-century stone church on 2170m hill with Greater Caucasus scenery.

  • Mtskheta Historic District

    Ancient capital preserving early Christian architecture including Svetitskhoveli Cathedral.

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Latvia

  • Historic Centre of Riga

    UNESCO World Heritage site featuring Old Town and Art Nouveau cityscape

  • Rundale Palace

    "18th-century palace and French-style garden known as the "Versailles of the Baltics""

  • Sigulda and Gauja National Park

    Latvia''s oldest national park popular for autumn foliage and castle ruins

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Lithuania

  • Vilnius Old Town

    World Heritage area with hundreds of historic buildings from Gothic to Baroque densely concentrated.

  • Trakai Castle

    14th-century red-brick castle floating on lake. Night cruise also popular.

  • Curonian Spit National Park

    Narrow sandy spit averaging 2km wide between Baltic Sea and lagoon. Giant moving sand dunes highlight.

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Moldova

  • Cricova Underground Wine Cellar

    Famous site where wine ages in 120km underground passages

  • Mileștii Mici

    Guinness-registered world''s largest wine collection

  • Orheiul Vechi Archaeological Complex

    Sacred site in gorge overlooking cave monastery and medieval structures

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Montenegro

  • Kotor Old Town

    Medieval fortress city built at bay's head. UNESCO World Heritage.

  • Durmitor National Park

    National park with limestone mountains reaching 2500m and glacial lakes.

  • Lovćen National Park

    Symbol of "black mountain" with national poet Njegoš mausoleum towering on summit.

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Romania

  • Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle)

    Medieval fortress famous for vampire legends, with distinctive Gothic appearance.

  • Peleș Castle

    Royal palace from the late 19th century, Neo-Renaissance style with luxurious interiors.

  • Palace of Parliament

    One of the world's largest administrative buildings, guided tours available.

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Russia

  • Red Square and the Kremlin

    UNESCO World Heritage site symbolizing Russian politics and history

  • Hermitage Museum

    One of the world's three major museums with over 3 million items in collection

  • Lake Baikal

    The world's deepest and oldest freshwater lake, popular for ice tours

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Serbia

  • Kalemegdan Fortress

    Ancient fortress and park built at the confluence of the Sava and Danube rivers.

  • Saint Sava Cathedral

    One of the Balkans' largest Orthodox churches. The golden interior mosaics are a must-see.

  • Petrovaradin Fortress

    Habsburg-era fortress famous as the EXIT Festival venue.

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Ukraine

  • Saint Sophia Cathedral

    11th-century Byzantine-style cathedral. Interior mosaics and frescoes must-see

  • Kyiv Pechersk Lavra

    Orthodox holy site with monk remains enshrined in underground caves

  • Lviv Historic District

    Ancient city preserving medieval Polish-style cobblestones and Baroque architecture

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North Macedonia

  • Ohrid Old Town and Lake Ohrid

    A UNESCO mixed heritage site featuring Byzantine-era churches harmonized with a crystal-clear lake

  • Church of St. John at Kaneo

    A 13th-century church built on a cliff overlooking the lake, popular for sunset photos

  • Matka Canyon

    A limestone canyon with an emerald dam lake, offering cave exploration and kayaking

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Belgium

  • Grand Place

    World Heritage registered square. Magnificent space surrounded by guild houses and city hall.

  • Atomium

    Symbol of 1958 World's Fair. Unique observation monument of enlarged iron crystal.

  • Historic Centre of Bruges

    'Venice of the North' with remaining canals and cobblestones. Canal cruises are popular.

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France

  • Eiffel Tower

    Iron tower built in 1889. Panoramic view of Paris from observation deck

  • Louvre Museum

    World''s largest museum boasting collection exceeding 380,000 items including Mona Lisa

  • Palace of Versailles

    Magnificent baroque palace and gardens built by Louis XIV

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Germany

  • Brandenburg Gate

    Symbol of the Cold War era, now cherished as a monument to peace and freedom after reunification.

  • Neuschwanstein Castle

    White Romanesque castle known as the model for Disney castles.

  • Cologne Cathedral

    One of the world''s largest Gothic cathedrals with 157-meter-high spires.

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Republic of Ireland

  • Cliffs of Moher

    214m high cliffs rising from the Atlantic, popular for seabirds and sunset views.

  • Giant's Causeway

    UNESCO World Heritage Site with 40,000 interlocking basalt columns, popular for day tours.

  • Trinity College Old Library

    Majestic Long Room reading hall housing the Book of Kells.

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Luxembourg

  • Luxembourg Old Town and Fortifications

    World Heritage Site. Impregnable fortress ruins once called "Gibraltar of the North" and medieval townscape.

  • Bock Casemates

    Fortress tunnels extending 23km underground. Interior viewable on guided tours.

  • Grand Ducal Palace

    16th-century grand ducal residence. Interior tours available in summer.

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Netherlands

  • Amsterdam Canal District

    17th-century ring canals and gabled houses forming historic landscape.

  • Kinderdijk-Elshout Windmill Network

    World Heritage water management system with 19 18th-century windmills.

  • Keukenhof Garden

    Spring-only opening featuring 7 million tulip bulbs.

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United Kingdom (UK)

  • Buckingham Palace

    Official royal residence famous for Changing of the Guard.

  • Tower of London

    Medieval fortress housing the Crown Jewels.

  • Stonehenge

    Circular stone formation built about 5,000 years ago. World Heritage site.

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Guernsey

  • Castle Cornet

    13th-century offshore fortress with daily noon cannon ceremony and multiple museums.

  • Hauteville House

    Home of Victor Hugo for 14 years, with interior decoration designed by himself.

  • Little Chapel

    World's smallest chapel covered with shells and pottery shards.

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Jersey

  • Mont Orgueil Castle

    1200s cliff-top castle at frontline of Anglo-French conflicts.

  • Elizabeth Castle

    Intertidal fort walkable at low tide.

  • La Hougue Bie Prehistoric Site

    Complex site including Neolithic burial mound and 12th-century chapel.

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Mann

  • Laxey Great Waterwheel (Lady Isabella)

    The world's largest waterwheel, a 19th-century mine drainage facility with stairs to an observation platform.

  • Snaefell Mountain and Mountain Railway

    Electric mountain railway to the 621m summit with 360-degree panoramic views.

  • Castle Rushen

    A 13th-century Norman-style castle, former residence of the island's lords, offering excellent guided tours.

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American Samoa

  • National Park of American Samoa

    Only U.S. national park near the equator, encompassing mountain rainforest, coral reefs, and scenic beaches.

  • Ofu Island Beach

    Turquoise shallow lagoon with white sand beach, known as a snorkeling paradise.

  • Mount Alava

    Viewpoint at 491m elevation overlooking Pago Pago Harbor and volcanic ridges. Rainforest trail with suspension bridge popular.

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Australia

  • Great Barrier Reef

    World's largest coral reef system. Observe diverse marine life through diving and cruises

  • Uluru (Ayers Rock)

    Sacred site of the Anangu people. Sunrise and sunset displays are mystical

  • Sydney Opera House

    World Heritage concert hall with sail-shaped design

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Solomon Islands

  • East Rennell (World Heritage Site)

    An island with raised coral reefs and Lake Tegano, rich in biodiversity.

  • Marovo Lagoon

    The world's largest saltwater lagoon, over 100km long, a snorkeling paradise.

  • American War Memorial

    A hilltop memorial commemorating the Battle of Guadalcanal.

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Christmas Island

  • Christmas Island National Park

    Vast national park protecting virgin forest and limestone plateau. Hiking courses and wildlife observation popular.

  • Flying Fish Cove

    Natural harbor surrounded by coral reefs. Base for snorkeling and wartime ruin exploration.

  • Dolly Beach

    One of the island's few sandy beaches. Famous as red crab spawning observation point.

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Cook Islands

  • Aitutaki Lagoon

    Spectacular turquoise shallow lagoon with white sand motus.

  • One Foot Island (Tapuaetai)

    An uninhabited islet hailed as the world's most beautiful, popular for postal stamps.

  • Muri Beach

    Calm shallow beach protected by coral reefs, ideal for snorkeling.

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Fiji

  • Mamanuca Islands

    A mecca for island hopping and diving. Includes the filming location for "Cast Away."

  • Yasawa Islands

    A backpacker paradise known for pristine white sand beaches and limestone caves.

  • Coral Coast

    A resort area facing coral reefs. Reef walks are enjoyable at low tide.

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Tahiti

  • Bora Bora - Matira Beach

    Outstanding scenic beach in the South Pacific with turquoise lagoon and white sand.

  • Taputapuatea Marae

    UNESCO World Heritage marae (temple) complex considered the center of Polynesian navigation culture.

  • Teahupo'o

    Sacred place for surfers with pipe-shaped waves exceeding 7m in height.

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Kiribati

  • Phoenix Islands Protected Area

    One of the world''s largest marine protected areas, featuring pristine coral reefs and seabird breeding grounds.

  • Kiritimati Island (Christmas Island)

    Popular for fly-fishing and diving in the massive lagoon, also a birdwatching sanctuary.

  • Battle of Tarawa War Memorial

    Site of fierce WWII battles with scattered remnants and memorials.

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Guam

  • Two Lovers Point

    An observation deck on a cliff. Sunset and legendary lovers' statue are popular.

  • Tumon Beach

    Shallow with high transparency, the main beach adjacent to hotel district.

  • Latte Stone Park

    Preserves and displays ancient Chamorro ruins - latte stones.

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Nauru

  • Command Ridge

    Island's highest point at 65m hill. Japanese military tunnels and anti-aircraft guns remain, offering whole island and ocean views.

  • Buada Lagoon

    Island's only freshwater lake, oasis-like with lush tropical plants. Ideal for morning walks and bird watching.

  • Anibare Bay Beach

    South Pacific's premier deserted beach with white sand and turquoise shallows. Popular as surf spot.

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New Caledonia

  • New Caledonia Barrier Reef

    1,500km coral reef chain. Diving and snorkeling paradise.

  • Jean-Marie Tjibaou Cultural Centre

    Iconic Renzo Piano design. Comprehensive introduction to Kanak culture.

  • Isle of Pines

    Called 'the island closest to heaven' with pristine white sand and pine groves.

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Vanuatu

  • Mount Yasur

    Active volcano for observing smoke and lava up close. Night tours popular.

  • SS President Coolidge Wreck

    WWII sunken 200m passenger liner, world's largest wreck dive site.

  • Blue Holes

    Cobalt blue limestone-filtered springs for snorkeling.

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NZ

  • Milford Sound

    Sheer cliffs and waterfalls create spectacular World Heritage scenery

  • Hobbiton Movie Set

    Recreation of 'Lord of the Rings' film location

  • Tongariro National Park

    World Heritage combining active volcanoes and Māori sacred sites

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Niue

  • Togo Chasm

    A stunning spot where a hidden beach with palm trees and white sand appears beyond limestone cliffs and blowholes

  • Talava Arches

    Instagram-worthy spot featuring massive sea arches and azure lagoons

  • Matapa Chasm

    A cove with crystal-clear water, traditionally said to be an ancient royal seawater pool

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Norfolk Island

  • Kingston & Arthur's Vale Historic Area (KAVHA)

    World Heritage area with 19th-century prison ruins and British-style barracks.

  • Norfolk Island National Park

    Vast protected area including virgin forest, sea cliffs, and 318m Mount Bates.

  • Emily Bay Lagoon

    Turquoise blue shallow beach perfect for snorkeling and picnics.

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Northern Mariana Islands

  • Mañagaha Island

    Shallow beach and snorkeling spot with excellent clarity

  • Banzai Cliff

    Tragic WWII cliff. Also famous for sunsets over the horizon

  • Last Command Post

    Site of final Japanese military headquarters cave with period artillery remains

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US Minor Outlying Islands

  • Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge

    World-class seabird conservation area where endangered albatross colonies can be observed

  • Wake Island Battle Sites

    Artillery sites and POW memorial from early WWII Japan-U.S. battles remain

  • Johnston Atoll Chemical Weapons Remains

    Cold War chemical weapons storage and incineration facility ruins. Not open to public but research visits conducted

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Micronesia

  • Nan Madol Ruins

    11th-16th century maritime capital ruins of artificial islands and waterways constructed from basalt

  • Truk Lagoon

    Giant graveyard of former Japanese Navy vessels sunk in high-clarity atoll

  • Yap Stone Money Bank

    Symbol of traditional financial system with giant stone money lined outdoors

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Marshall Islands

  • Bikini Atoll

    UNESCO World Heritage with nuclear test sites and WWII shipwreck fleet. Popular for large shark observation in clear waters

  • Majuro Atoll Lagoon

    Turquoise inner sea surrounded by 66km atoll. Snorkeling and sandbank strolls enjoyable

  • Laura Beach

    Citizens' relaxation coast with white sand and palm groves. Sunset spot

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Palau

  • Rock Islands Southern Lagoon

    Spectacular scenery woven by limestone islets and turquoise lagoon, popular for kayaking and snorkeling

  • Jellyfish Lake

    Rare marine lake where you can swim with jellyfish that have lost their stingers

  • Blue Corner

    World-class diving point where sharks and large pelagic fish gather

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Papua New Guinea

  • Kokoda Track

    Historical trail spanning 140km through World War II battlefields and tropical rainforest.

  • Rabaul Volcano Group

    Series of active volcanic zones centered on Mount Tavurvur. Crater observation combined with World War II ruins.

  • Kuk Early Agricultural Site

    World Heritage registered site preserving 10,000 years of agricultural traces.

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Pitcairn Islands

  • Christian's Cave

    A cave reportedly used by mutiny leader Fletcher Christian for meditation. Offers panoramic views of the island and Pacific Ocean from the clifftop.

  • Bounty Bay

    The cove where HMS Bounty was burned and scuttled. Crystal-clear waters ideal for snorkeling and shipwreck diving.

  • Adamstown Museum

    A small museum displaying ship artifacts, island household items, and original coat of arms artwork.

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Tokelau

  • Atafu Lagoon

    Popular transparent lagoon for snorkeling and canoe experiences.

  • Nukunonu Churches

    19th century stone-built Catholic and Protestant churches.

  • Fakaofo Old Colonial Wharf

    British colonial era wharf ruins suitable for historical walks.

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Tonga

  • Ha'amonga 'a Maui

    Giant trilithon dating to the 13th century. Also called the Stonehenge of Polynesia.

  • Anahulu Coast

    Spectacular coastal erosion landform where waves create giant blowholes against limestone cliffs.

  • Heta Coast Rock Formations

    Famous spot for eroded rock formations and sunsets.

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Tuvalu

  • Funafuti Conservation Area

    Marine protected area with crystal blue lagoon, coral reefs, and seabird breeding grounds

  • Te Namo Lagoon

    Giant lagoon over 25km long. Famous coral reef snorkeling spot

  • Toakui Channel Sunset

    Spectacular sunset over unobstructed horizon

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Wallis and Futuna

  • Lake Lalolalo

    80m deep volcanic lake. Mystical with jade-colored water surface and cliffs.

  • Mata-Utu Cathedral (Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption)

    Island landmark. Stone twin towers are characteristic with beautiful interior stained glass.

  • Talietumu Ruins

    15th-century stone fortress ruins from Tongan rule period. Megalithic walls remain.

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Samoa

  • To Sua Ocean Trench

    Natural pool with seawater filling a volcanic cave surrounded by ferns

  • Lalomanu Beach

    Spectacular beach with highly transparent turquoise blue and white sand

  • Robert Louis Stevenson Museum

    Museum opening the author Stevenson's former residence and grave

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