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Even the most avid traveler can always find unexplored places, countries and cultures, because our planet is so diverse. Rice terraces, waterfalls and clear ponds - we have collected for you 30 attractions that everyone should see at least once!
1Pamukkale, Türkiye
A natural site in the Turkish province of Denizli represents 17 geothermal springs that look extraordinary! The dazzling white terraces are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. And besides, they are open for swimming.
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Rice terraces, China
The most famous rice terraces in China, Longji Rice Terraces, are called “Dragon Ridge” due to their unusual shape. They are located near Guilin County and rise 300-1100 meters above the sea. This place takes on its most spectacular appearance in the spring, when the blue sky and sun are reflected in the water.
Photo: mybirdie.ca 3 Temples of Bagan, Myanmar
The ancient city of Bagan in the state of Myanmar today is an archaeological site with pagodas, temples and monasteries. The most famous and beautiful of them are the Buddhist temple of Damayanji and Ananda. Once you see this ancient city, you will remember it forever.
Photo: hotels-myanmar.com 4 Monasteries of Meteora, Greece
The largest complex of monasteries in Greece is striking primarily for its location: it is located on the tops of cliffs reaching a height of 600 meters. The monasteries are a unique attraction, because they were built in 950-970, when there were no roads or equipment and all materials were raised to the rocks by hand.
Photo: lovethesepics.com Salt Flat of Uyuni, Bolivia
The dry lake in the southern Altiplano desert plain is the largest salt flat in the world. The mirror surface of Uyuni reflects the clouds, which creates an incredible sight!
Photo: hofmag.com 6 Hitachi National Park, Japan
In the park of the Japanese city of Hitachinaka you can admire the beauty of nature at any time of the year, because there are plants that bloom every season.
Photo: yokotatravel.com 7 Ad Deir and Al Khazneh, Jordan
The temples in the city of Petra in Jordan are unique attractions. Back in the 1st century AD. they were completely carved out of rocks.
Photo: owegoo.com 8 Machu Picchu, Peru
“The City Among the Clouds” is considered one of the most mysterious sights in the world, located on the top of a mountain range at an altitude of 2450 meters above sea level. It is believed that the city was created as a sacred mountain refuge by the Inca ruler Pachacutec. It was home to 1,200 people, all of whom mysteriously disappeared from the city in the middle of the 16th century.
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Cave in Algarve, Portugal
Situated on a beach in Portugal's Algarve region, this cave's perforated vault creates an amazing view. Especially when the sun's rays pass through them.
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Lencois Maranhenses National Park in Brazil
The national park in the Brazilian state of Maranhão is famous for its sand dunes. It takes on a particularly enchanting appearance during the rainy season, when lagoons form between the dunes.
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Moraine Lake, Canada
Glacial Lake is located in Banff National Park at an altitude of 1885 meters. It is completely filled only from mid to late June, fed by the glacier. At this time, the rocky bottom of the lake creates an amazing reflection on the surface.
Photo: wallpaperfolder.com 12 Son Doong Cave, Vietnam
In the Vietnamese province of Quang Binh there is the largest cave in the world - Son Doong. It is assumed that its total volume is 38.5 million square meters. There is a river flowing in the cave, and there is also grass and trees.
Photo: thethaovanhoa.vn 13 Tulip fields, Netherlands
Flower fields in the Netherlands occupy vast areas, which is why they look so fabulous. The largest number of tulips bloom from early April to mid-May - it is at this time that you can see an incredible riot of colors!
Photo: kartunlucu.com 14 Mount Roraima, South America
Table Mountain Roraima is located at the junction of Brazil, Venezuela and Guyana. Its main feature is that a large cloud constantly hovers over the mountain.
Photo: feel-planet.com 15 Cave of Crystals, Mexico
At a depth of 300 meters under the city of Naica in Mexico there is a cave of crystals. The largest crystal found here reached a height of 11 meters and had a width of 4 meters. You can stay inside the cave for no longer than 20 minutes, since the temperature in it can rise to 60 degrees.
Photo: tourism-spot.com 16 Colored rocks of Zhangye Danxia, China
In the Chinese province of Gansu, the Zhangye Danxia National Geopark is located, the main attraction of which is the colored rocks. Formed by deposits of sandstone and other minerals, they reach a height of several hundred meters.
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Sea of Stars, Maldives
Thanks to the bioluminescence of millions of living organisms, the beaches on the Maldivian island of Vaadu seem to be covered with stars. The spectacle is simply incredible!
Photo: thousandwonders.net 18 Antelope Canyon, USA
Located in northern Arizona, this canyon gets its name from its incredible coloration, reminiscent of the skin of an antelope. The sunlight breaking through the rocks adds special magic to this place.
Photo: planetden.com 19 Fingal's Cave, UK
The rock-cut cave is located on the Scottish island of Staffa. Its walls are vertical basalt columns up to 20 meters high. The entrance to the cave is too narrow for boats, so you can only get into it on foot along the edge above the water.
Photo: ml.southlive.in 20 Bamboo forest, Japan
The amazingly beautiful natural landmark Sagano Bamboo Forest is located near Kyoto. It is a picturesque alley of tall trees that look very impressive.
Photo: bonappetour.com 21 Spotted Lake, Canada
Spotted Lake near Osoyoos is also called Kliuk. Its water is rich in various minerals and has the highest concentration of magnesium sulfate in the world. Due to this, in the summer, during evaporation, spots of various shapes and colors form on the surface of the lake.
Photo: ppcorn.com 22 Perito Moreno Glacier, Argentina
One of the most famous tourist sites in Argentina is the Perito Moreno glacier, located in Los Glaciares National Park. It has an area of 250 square kilometers.
Photo: en.wikipedia.org 23 Iguazu Falls, South America
The complex of 270 waterfalls is located on the border of Brazil and Argentina and is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. They are South America's most visited attraction, with up to 2 million visitors annually.
Photo: tedytravel.com 24 Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland
The amazing landmark was formed as a result of an ancient volcanic eruption near Bushmills in Northern Ireland.
Photo: iexplore.com 25 Flathead Lake, USA
The largest lake in the United States is located west of the Mississippi River and is known for its incredibly clear water. Despite the fact that at first glance it seems shallow, in some places the depth of Flathead Lake reaches 113 meters.
Photo: tumblr.com 26 Pongur Falls, Vietnam
The waterfall in the vicinity of the city of Dalat reaches a height of 40 meters and is 100 meters wide. It is considered one of the main attractions of Vietnam - and no wonder, because its beauty is amazing!
Photo: reddit.com 27 Great Barrier Reef, Australia
The world's largest coral reef stretches 2.5 thousand kilometers along the northeastern coast of Australia. It is the world's largest natural object formed from living organisms. Moreover, it can be seen from space.
Photo: alterra.cc Guijiang River, China
The river in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region is one of the most picturesque in China. Transparent water and surrounding nature create a simply amazing atmosphere!
Photo: toonts.com 29 Devils Tower Monolith, USA
The natural monument Devils Tower is located in the state of Wyoming and is a monolith of volcanic origin 386 meters high. It is believed that its age is from 195 to 225 million years.
Photo: npca.org 30 Troll Tongue, Norway
A stone ledge on the Skjeggedal rock, near the Norwegian city of Odda, has a similar name due to its unusual shape: it looks like a large tongue. But in fact, this is a fallen piece of rock, frozen horizontally on its edge.
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On different continents of our planet there are a huge number of objects worthy of visiting. Every year thousands of tourists go on trips to visit the places that seem most attractive to them. We bring to your attention a rating of the 25 most interesting places in the world, compiled by Travelers' Choice. Take a closer look at this list and perhaps your next trip will take place in one of these beautiful corners of the Earth.
1. Machu Picchu, Machu Picchu, Peru
Machu Picchu, translated as "old peak" is the lost city of the Incas. The history of the city began in the 15th century, when defensive walls, palace and temple complexes, and about 200 different buildings and residential premises were built. The city, built from processed stone slabs, has many staircases and streets winding between the buildings, often leading to a dead end or to a terrace hanging over an abyss. According to research, Machu Picchu was built by Pachacutec, one of the Inca rulers, to create a sacred shelter for nobles, priests, astrologers, artists and sculptors. 1200 people lived in and around the city. At the top of the rock there is a polygonal stone "Intihuatana", which is the sacred place of the city. Now Machu Picchu is visited by about 2,000 tourists every day. And in 2007, Machu Picchu was included in the list of seven new wonders of the world.
2. Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Cambodia, one of the most exotic countries on the planet, is home to the main symbol of Khmer culture - the Angkor Wat temple. Its value for the country is so great that the temple was depicted on the national flag. It is interesting that the 50-meter temple towers - pragni - were built without cement, and they were built from top to bottom. A 250-meter bridge leads to the temple territory, the railings of which are decorated with images of the Naga serpent. The Temple itself externally symbolizes the ancient Mount Meru. Angkor Wat, built in the 12th century, is a platform in the form of a three-stage pyramid, crowned by five towers made in the form of lotus buds. When approaching the temple, you get the feeling that it is “growing out of the ground,” this is due to the different heights of the terraces. Angkor Wat also has interior buildings that were forbidden to enter in ancient times.
3. Taj Mahal, Agra, India
The Taj Mahal is located in the Indian city of Agra and is a monument to love that inspires poets and writers to create their creations. There are many legends about the creation of this structure. According to one of them, before ascending the throne, the Mughal Shah Jahan fell in love with the beautiful poor girl Mumtaz Mahal and stopped paying attention to his concubines. Having married her, he took her on military campaigns and trusted her with his and state secrets. Having given birth to thirteen children to the Shah, Mumtaz died during the birth of the fourteenth. The Shah's grief was so great that he decided to build the most beautiful mausoleum on earth. The construction of the Taj Mahal took 22 years. The result was a magnificent palace with eleven domes and 2 side towers. After several suicides committed because of love, the passage to the minarets was closed to visitors. The Taj Mahal is the most visited place in India.
4. Ancient City of Petra, Petra/Wadi Musa, Jordan
One of the main attractions of Jordan is the ancient city of Petra. The city was founded by brave warriors and hardworking stonemasons - the Nabateans, who lived in these parts about 2 thousand years ago. The territory of Petra extends from the Dead Sea to the Red Sea. The name "Petra" was not given to the city by chance, since it is translated as "rock" and in reality is a city of stone, consisting of stone houses, ancient temples and mysterious crypts. A city like Petra did not exist during the Roman Empire. The central street of the ancient city, running from west to east, ends on one side with a triumphal arch and on the other with a huge temple. It is worth exploring the Treasury, surrounded by baths, crypts, mourning halls, temples and other buildings.
5. Bayon Temple Complex, Siem Reap, Cambodia
In the ancient capital of Cambodia there is an unusual Bayon temple complex, built in honor of the ruler of the Khmer Empire Jayavarman VII in the 12-13 centuries. During the reign of Jayavarman, the Khmer Empire was the most powerful, which was reflected in the architecture - many grandiose structures were built, one of which was the Bayon temple complex. In front of the temple there is a four-meter wall with images of scenes from the battle of Jayavarman VII with the Chams. The entrance to Bayonne is guarded by huge stone lions with gaping mouths. Nearby is a statue of Buddha, which has been a place of worship for residents of Cambodia and neighboring countries for many years. On each tower of the temple complex there are four images of the god Avalokiteshvara, personifying compassion and mercy, so there are exactly two hundred of his faces here. After Jayavarman's death, no such structures were erected.
6. Mezquita (Cordoba Cathedral Mosque), Cordoba, Spain
In the Spanish city of Cordoba there is the Mezquita, a unique cathedral mosque that combines various architectural styles. Built in the 8th century, the mosque-cathedral was reconstructed several times by Christians in order to give it the appearance of a Christian temple. As a result, the mosque became the largest in the Islamic West and was so beautiful that Christians did not dare to destroy it and consecrated it as the Cathedral of the Ascension of Our Lady. Through the cathedral tower you can enter the magnificent Orange Court, created over several centuries. There are five bathing fountains in the courtyard. The interior of the mosque is decorated with marble panels and multi-colored mosaics. The prayer hall contains 850 columns made of granite, jasper and marble and sparkling with different colors.
7. Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ on the Blood, St. Petersburg, Russia
The Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ on Spilled Blood (Savior on Spilled Blood) is one of the most famous Russian historical and memorial complexes. The cathedral was built in St. Petersburg in 1907 on the site of the assassination of Alexander II. From Nevsky Prospekt there is a picturesque view of the temple, located between Konyushennaya Square and the Field of Mars. The architecture of the cathedral is dominated by the main features of Russian churches of the 16th and 17th centuries, characteristic of Moscow, Yaroslavl and Rostov, in particular, St. Basil's Cathedral. The interiors of the temple are dominated by mosaics, a huge number of semi-precious and ornamental stones, as well as about 20 types of minerals. In addition, the temple is enhanced by an iconostasis made of pink and dark red marble, finishing made of porphyry, jasper, orlets, asp and other materials.
8. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican City, Italy
St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican is a Renaissance temple and is the main liturgical center of the Catholic Church. The cathedral building was built in the 16th and 17th centuries on the resting place of the Apostle Peter; his relics are still kept under the altar of the temple. The main feature of St. Peter's Basilica is its impressive size and rich interior decoration. On both sides of the main nave, in numerous chapels and niches, there are statues by Michelangelo and Bernini. A huge canopy is located in the very center of the cathedral, where the Pope sits during mass. In addition to the above, the cathedral contains a large number of relics of saints and other relics, as well as the burial places of several Popes and European monarchs.
9. Walls of the old city, Dubrovnik, Croatia
The ancient Croatian city of Dubrovnik can be called a real pearl of the Adriatic and one of the most beautiful cities in the Mediterranean. Small houses with red tiled roofs, monasteries and churches, mansions and narrow cobbled streets - all surrounded by a medieval fortress wall. The walls of the Old Town were built between the 12th and 14th centuries and are among the most beautiful structures of their kind in Europe. The widest street, Stradun, practically repeats the location of the strait that once divided the city. Next to narrow residential buildings there are temples and palaces, as well as other architectural masterpieces. For example, the Great Onuphrius Fountain, created in the 15th century, previously served as a water pipeline, drinking water was supplied from a mountain spring via an aqueduct.
The 7 Wonders of the World are grandiose, unique and inimitable monuments of sculpture and architecture that have ever been created by man. But is it a person? Looking at them, it is difficult to imagine that these are the creations of people who lived thousands of years ago in a world where high technology had not yet been invented.
Ancient sights - 7 wonders of the world
1. Pyramid of Cheops
In Giza there is a building that amazes not with its antiquity: it is more than 3000 years old, but with its height. Until 1311 it was the tallest building on the planet. Its height is 138.75 meters. According to scientists, if we take into account all the factors in the development of technology of those times, the construction of the pyramid took more than 20 years.If this is the work of man, which scientists are still arguing about, tens of thousands of people were involved in the work on this ancient structure. The height of the pyramid can be compared with the height of a 50-story building. The weight of one stone block from which this miracle is built is 15 tons. It is built on a hill, which again raises a lot of questions. How was it possible to lift 15-ton blocks to a hill?
2. Hanging Gardens of Babylon
These gardens were built for the sake of the beautiful Ametis, the wife of King Nebuchadnezzar II, who brought her to Babylon. The depressing desert landscapes made the girl sad, because she grew up among high mountains and vast green plains. He ordered gardens to be built for her, which looked like a pyramid of four tiers and platforms. Reeds and fertile soil were laid on the platforms, and then plants of extraordinary beauty were planted. An ingenious system built into the structure refreshed the plantings with the purest water. 
3. Statue of Zeus at Olympia
A golden statue erected in honor of the God Zeus by the famous sculptor Phidias. According to scientists, the gold from which it is created amounts to $8 million. This miracle statue is located in Athens.4. Temple of Artemis in Ephesus
This huge temple was built in Turkey in honor of the goddess Artemis. The beauty of this structure and its grandiose scale amaze the imagination. It is difficult to imagine that this man-made structure was built by ordinary residents of the city of Ephesus. According to legend, Artemis brought happiness to the family and gave children to those who turned to her in prayer. 
The temple is built of columns. The height of each is 18 meters. The width of the structure is 52 meters, and the length is 105.
5. Mausoleum at Halicarnassus
This architectural monument was erected to the ruler of Mausolus in the 4th century BC. The beauty of the structure is worthy of kings, and the grandeur and scale of the building arouse the admiration of tourists from all over the planet.6. Colossus of Rhodes
In Greece you can admire the majestic statue of the sun god - Helios. Rising to a height of 36 meters in the harbor of the city of Rhodes, it “welcomes” the sunrise over the sea, sparkling in the morning rays of a new day.7. Alexandria Lighthouse
The world's first lighthouse, whose height is 30 meters. He became a “pioneer guide” for ancient ships that plied the coastal waters. An amazing building and a monument of art, striking in its grandeur and splendor.The world is full of mysteries and wonders. Russia captivates not only with the beauty of white birch trees and the sound of green oak forests. There are beautiful places in this corner of the planet that delight and beckon with their unique architecture, reflecting the richness of the Russian soul.
The most famous places in Russia
The main symbol of Russia is Red Square. The main symbol of the Russian soul is St. Basil's Cathedral.Red Square is the main attraction of Russia
Red Square is the heart of Russia, which amazes with its grandeur and simplicity, like the Russian soul. Not everyone knows that Red Square got its name because of its color. In ancient Rus', the word “red” was translated as beautiful. Indeed, Red Square is worthy of admiration. This is the most famous place in Russia, which every tourist who visits the country considers it his duty to visit. 
It was built in the 15th century on top of a hill. At all times it has been the main place of cultural life of the country. Since 1918, military parades and demonstrations began to be held there. Since 1917, it has become the main necropolis of the country. Russian soldiers who died for Soviet power were buried in the Kremlin wall. A Mausoleum was erected on the square for the great leader of the proletariat.
St. Basil's Cathedral
He is a symbol of Russia for many inhabitants of the planet. Compared to other churches that took centuries to build, the cathedral was built in 5 years. By decree of Ivan the Terrible, who wanted to immortalize his victory over Kazan in history, construction of the collection began in 1555. The beauty of the structure was perfection in the art of architecture. There was not a single monument in Rus' that could compete with this majestic cathedral. To ensure that another structure of such beauty would never be built anywhere, Ivan the Terrible ordered the chief architect of the cathedral to be deprived of his sight. This is how the man who left the most beautiful building in Russia and the world paid for his talent. 
Europe is another corner of the earth that delights with the beauty of its sights.
Sights of Europe
Italy. Teatro La Scala is the most famous temple of art in Europe. His appearance was already destined by fate. When preparing the site for the construction of the foundation, during excavations, builders discovered an ancient fresco on which the face of the famous mime of Ancient Rome, Pylades, was depicted. This was a good sign for the construction of one of the most beautiful buildings in Europe. 
On the occasion of its opening, Salieri specially wrote an opera, which was first performed on stage in 1778. There was not a single lamp in the hall. It was illuminated by light that reflected from the scenery. This effect created an unforgettable impression, delighting the audience.
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Mysterious India is a paradise for lovers of architectural monuments. It's not just churches that catch your eye with their exotic beauty. The Taj Mahal Mausoleum is the most beautiful building in the world. It is a symbol of eternal love, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in honor of his deceased wife Mumtaz Mahal. In 1983, UNESCO included it in the list of World Heritage Architecture. 
Turkey's Blue Mosque is another must-see attraction. It was built over 7 years by believers, in compliance with all the canons of the church. Her blue “arrows” rise to the sky, causing awe in the soul from beauty and grandeur.
But there is a place in the world that excites the minds of humanity.
The most popular attraction in the world
An ancient and mysterious city of the Incas, the secrets of which are the subject of great minds from all over the world. 
Machu Picchu is the city of the most powerful empire in the world, which numbered only 1,200 people. Erected at an altitude of 2057 meters, it became a sacred shelter for the “chosen ones” who, for unknown reasons, one day mysteriously disappeared, leaving the city deserted. For 400 years it “rested” in complete desolation, until in 1911 it was found by the American scientist Hiram Bingham. 200 temples have survived to this day, causing controversy as to why such a small people needed such a large number of them.
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When planning a trip to a country, a person familiarizes himself with the list of its attractions in advance in order to have time to explore all of them, or at least most of them, during his vacation. Every state has unusual places that attract millions of tourists every year. Some are made by people, while others are made by nature. The article presents the most interesting and popular attractions in the world that everyone should see.
Machu Picchu is an ancient city located on the mountain slopes in Peru. According to information received from archaeologists, it was founded in the 15th century and is one of the wonders of the world of our time. It is believed that Machu Picchu was built by order of the king of the Inca Empire and for a long time was a shelter for people who suffered from the Spanish invasion. In 1532, all its inhabitants disappeared without a trace in an instant.
A beautiful and large Catholic cathedral located in the heart of Milan (Italy) and dedicated to the Nativity of the Virgin Mary. The building is made in the Gothic style, and the main material used in construction is marble. The Milan Cathedral is crowned by a four-meter bronze statue of the Madonna. It rises above the city on a 106-meter spire. In Spain there is a decree that no building should cover the statue. The exception is the Pirelli skyscraper.
Hotel de Glace is the most unusual hotel in the world and the main attraction of Quebec (Canada). Every year, between January and March, the owners of a plot of land near the Montmorency Falls build a building from ice blocks. Inside there are beds made of pieces of ice, on which visitors sleep, wrapped in sleeping bags. Food and drinks are served to vacationers in ice containers. Hotel de Glace is open only three months a year and during this time it welcomes thousands of guests.
The Great Wall of China is considered a symbol of China and the place where all excursion programs begin. It was built during the Warring States era to protect the country from nomadic tribes and Xiongnu troops. More than a million builders took part in the construction of the Chinese Wall, and its final length was 2 thousand km. Thanks to this, it was included in the Guinness Book of Records as the longest structure ever created by man.
The most famous suspension bridge located in California. It connects the shores of the San Francisco Peninsula and Marin County. Between 1937 and 1964, the Golden Gate was considered the longest suspended structure in the world. Its length is 2.7 km. It is intended for the passage of cars, cyclists and pedestrians. Each category has a separate lane. 
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The Eiffel Tower is the main attraction of France. It provides jobs for 600 Parisians.
The largest natural object on the planet, in the formation of which living organisms took part. Its structure consists entirely of billions of dead microscopic creatures, called coral polyps by scientists. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has been named one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the Earth, and the Australian state of Queensland calls the Great Barrier Reef its calling card.
The most famous landmark of Brazil, which is located in Rio de Janeiro. It was erected on Mount Corcovado at the request of the Catholic clergyman Pedra Maria Bossa. In the fall of 2006, on the 75th anniversary of the opening of the statue of Christ the Redeemer, it was consecrated by the Archbishop of Rio de Janeiro, which made it possible for Catholic couples to hold wedding ceremonies and baptize children near it. A year later, the statue received the title of one of the seven wonders of the modern world.
Poseidon Undersea is the world's first underwater hotel and is the pride of the Fiji Islands. Each room, which is a sealed capsule, has a large panoramic window overlooking the coral reef and the amazing underwater world. Poseidon Undersea has inspired many architects around the world and today similar structures are built in Sweden, the Maldives, Dubai, and off the coast of Florida.
The monastery, located among the mountain slopes in southwestern Bulgaria, is the largest in the country and is recognized as a national architectural monument of the 10th century. The monastery was built with the assistance of St. John of Rila. Its main shrine was the relics of John of Rila and the iconostasis-reliquary, inside of which there are fragments of the remains of saints. Nearby there is the Rilets Resort hotel complex, which offers guests an excursion to the monastery.
The pyramids on the Giza plateau are the most famous landmark in the world. They are located east of Cairo. The largest of them is the tomb of Pharaoh Cheops. The rest are dedicated to Khafre and Mikerin - the most ancient and influential rulers of Ancient Egypt. Next to them are several more famous attractions of the country - the Sphinx and the Temple of the Dead. Every evening on the Giza plateau a colorful light and music show is held, during which everyone present can hear stories about Ancient Egypt.
An unusual beach on the California coast has become one of America's most visited attractions. It is strewn with pieces of ground glass and is part of the MacKerriher National Park. Glasses of all colors of the rainbow appeared due to the fact that in the last century local residents massively threw household waste, including bottles, into the water. They fought, and the pieces ground off on the sand and waves. Today the beach is cleared of garbage, but the glass has not been removed.
The Colosseum is the main attraction of Rome. For a long time it was called the temple of death, since many people, gladiators and slaves, died in the arena of the amphitheater. Despite the fact that the Colosseum is huge, it took only 9 years to build it. Over 100 thousand Jewish captives took part in the construction work. On the opening day, massive battles took place in the amphitheater, during which about 2,000 soldiers and 5,000 wild animals were killed. 
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You need to visit Rome not only to see the Colosseum. The city has many museums, ancient monuments and the smallest country in the world - the Vatican.
The Dead Sea is the pride and calling card of Israel, as well as the largest body of water with standing water of medium salinity. Due to the high mineral content of the Dead Sea, it is considered medicinal. Anyone who has bathed in jelly-like water 3-4 times feels full of energy and is less likely to suffer from colds. A special feature of the Dead Sea is that you can sunbathe on its shores all year round without fear of getting a skin burn. Evaporation from the reservoir creates a kind of dome that reduces the harmfulness of sunlight.
The Walk of Fame is a popular place in Hollywood. It is a chain of sidewalks paved with stone slabs, in the center of which is a five-pointed star made of brass alloy. Each of the plates is dedicated to some achievement in the field of music, television or film industry. The Walk of Fame was laid out in 1958, and is still considered a major Hollywood attraction.
The name of the palace is translated from French as “my pleasure.” This incredibly beautiful building is located in the Peterhof palace and park complex and is an architectural monument of the 18th century. It was built by order of the ruler Peter I in accordance with the monarch’s ideas about the comfortable life of a secular person. Today Monplaisir has the status of a museum. There are paintings, rare kitchen utensils and other valuables collected by Peter I from all over the world.
The Louvre is the world's most famous museum and the pride of the capital of France. Over 10 million tourists visit it annually. The territory of the Louvre is the size of 22 football fields and it is all filled with rare paintings, sculptures, jewelry, examples of decorative and applied arts, etc. People come to the Louvre not only to look at the Mona Lisa or the Venus de Milo. The museum has 8 zones, each of which contains exhibits dedicated to different eras and cultures. A full tour of the Louvre will take several days.
Pripyat is a dark and mysterious place with a sad history that attracts people from all over the world. The most famous attraction of the exclusion zone is the amusement park. Its main object is the Ferris wheel, which has become a symbol of Pripyat. It never worked, since the opening of the attraction was scheduled for May 1 (5 days before the Chernobyl explosion).
The reservoir is located on the border between the Irkutsk region and Buryatia. It is considered a unique natural landmark of Russia and the cleanest lake of the 21st century. It contains over 23 thousand cubic kilometers of water, which is equal to 22% of the total world supply of drinking water. On the shores of Lake Baikal there are 8 large cities and more than a dozen small settlements. There are also recreation centers and tourist and recreational areas there. The maximum depth of the lake is 1.6 km.
There is probably no person in the world who has not heard of Fort Boyard. This fortress is located on a sandbank in the Antioch Strait, near the coast of France. The filming of the TV show of the same name took place there, which was shown on many TV channels around the world. Fort Boyard is a fortification structure 68 m long and 31 m wide. The height of its walls is more than 21 m. The fortress was intended to protect France from attacks, but was never used for its intended purpose. 
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Due to a lack of money to restore Fort Boyard, which was built in 1859, the country's authorities put it up for sale. The fortress was bought by the creator of television shows, Jacques Antoine.
Niagara Falls is located on the border of two countries - the USA and Canada. It is considered a popular tourist destination and the most powerful in terms of the volume of water passing through its rapids. In 1911, an event happened that made Niagara Falls famous throughout the world - it froze and turned into a huge piece of ice. Crowds of tourists came to see this miracle of nature. Among them were professional climbers who tried to climb the frozen stream, but only a few of them succeeded.
Stonehenge is an ancient megalith built in the southern region of England. It is a complex of three dozen rough-hewn stones. On top of the pillars lie stone slabs, and together they form a circular sanctuary, in the center of which is the altar. No one knows why Stonehenge was built. It is believed that the Hyperboreans and the mythical magician Merlin performed rituals there.
In Santorini (Greece), near the small village of Pyrgos, there is a beautiful ancient monastery of Elijah the Prophet, built in the early 18th century. On its territory there is a church, inside of which many religious artifacts are hidden. The monastery was built on the top of a mountain. There is an observation deck on one of its walls. In sunny weather, it offers views of the expanse of the Aegean Sea and the island of Crete.
On the island of Oahu there is an important strategic point for the US Navy - the port of Pearl Harbor. Warships and submarines are based near it. The port itself has storage facilities where ammunition, fuel, weapons and other logistical property of the United States of America are stored. Tourists will not be able to enter the territory of Pearl Harbor, but it can be viewed from the outside.
Parus is the most expensive and famous hotel in the UAE. It is located in Dubai and in 1999 became a symbol of the capital of the state. A special feature of the building is its unusual shape. It is made in the form of a sail that develops against the backdrop of the Persian Gulf. The real name of the hotel is Burj Al Arab, which means “Arab Tower” in Arabic. The complex has swimming pools, SPA salons and underground parking. There is a fountain inside the building, and on its roof there is a helicopter landing site.
Uyuni is the largest salt marsh on Earth, which is located in the vicinity of Bolivia. Its area is over 12,000 km2. 25 thousand years ago there was a huge Lake Minchin on its territory. It dried up and now there is a large white desert, where instead of sand there are crushed salt crystals. When the rainy season begins in Bolivia, Uyuni is covered with a thin layer of water, which reflects the sky. Millions of tourists come to see this miracle of nature.
The lake is owned by Banff National Park in the middle of the Valley of the Ten Peaks. During the melting of glaciers, the reservoir increases in size and acquires a bright blue color. This is explained by the fact that when pieces of glacier fall into the lake, they reflect the sun's rays of the blue spectrum. Surrounded by tall pine trees and mountain peaks, it looks mesmerizing. Moraine Lake was discovered by explorer Walter Wilcox in 1899 and has since been considered one of the popular tourist destinations in Canada. 
Holland is known throughout the world for its huge fields of tulips, which people from different countries come to see. Flower trades called FloraHolland are held annually in the country. You can buy rare varieties of tulips and other plants there. The fields themselves are always open to tourists. For a certain amount, the guest will be shown how breeders work and where the most expensive types of tulips are grown. You can also buy souvenirs at the farms - magnets, keychains and toys.
As dusk falls, blue lights light up on the coast of the Maldives archipelago. This is not lighting technology, but microscopic microorganisms - bioluminescent plankton. In the period from February to July, it swims to the shore, and then is thrown onto the beach by waves, which is why it begins to glow blue. A massive accumulation of bioluminescent plankton is observed on Vadhu Island. There are many people walking there every evening, blue lights flashing under their feet.
The Great or Grand Canyon was formed in Arizona three million years ago. It is considered a major North American attraction and a popular tourist destination. In summer it is very hot there. The air temperature rises to +40 °C, and frosts occur in winter. However, the Grand Canyon is crowded throughout the year. Some are simply exploring the scenery, while others are mountaineering.
The Bellagio Fountains are the main attraction of Las Vegas. This is the best free entertainment in the city. Every evening people strolling along the embankment can watch a unique water show. As dusk sets in, the fountains begin to light up and music plays from speakers on the shore. Bellagio's jets “dance” to the singing of Andrea Bocelli, Frank Sinatra and other famous performers.
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Travel site TripAdvisor has compiled a list of popular attractions around the world according to tourists, from the impressive Burj Khalifa to the stunning Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood.
The most famous landmarks in the world
When going on a trip to various countries, tourists think in advance about the route and what attractions are worth visiting.
Below in the article will be a list of attractions that are the most popular, according to TripAdvisor.
The navigable Panama Canal is located in the state of Panama. It consists of two man-made lakes and locks.
The Petronas Towers are located in the capital of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur. 
The symbol of Australia is the Opera House in Sydney 
An ancient Mayan city located on the Mexican Yucatan Peninsula 
The oldest temple is Wat Pho. To see it, you need to go to Thailand to the city of Bangkok 
Memorial complexes and ancient temples
Complex in New York (USA) - National Memorial dedicated to the victims of the series of terrorist attacks committed on September 11 
Khalifa Tower, or Burj Khalifa (skyscraper) in the city of Dubai, UAE 
The President Lincoln Memorial is located in Washington DC. 
The Great Wall of China, Mutianyu section, offering magnificent mountain scenery 
Charles Bridge in Prague, Czech Republic. It was built back in the Middle Ages and was called Prague. 
Golden Gate Suspension Bridge, California 
Hagia Sophia (currently a museum), Istanbul, Türkiye 
Alhambra Palace, Granada, Southern Spain. Today it is a museum of Islamic art 
Notre Dame Cathedral in France. Catholic Church in Paris 
Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood in the northern capital of Russia - the city of St. Petersburg 
Who hasn't dreamed of flying to France and admiring the beauty of Paris from the Eiffel Tower? 
Prison Island
Alcatraz Island in California. Currently a museum, but there were times when this island served as a prison for dangerous criminals. It was impossible to escape from there. 
Milan Cathedral in Italy 
The Catholic Basilica of St. Peter is located in the Vatican 
Grand Mosque named after Sheikh Zayed in Abu Dhabi, UAE 
Taj Mahal in India - mosque-mausoleum 
The city of Machu Picchu in modern Peru 
The largest temple complex, Angkorvoat, is located in Cambodia. 
Brazil is famous for its aromatic coffee, football and the Christ the Redeemer statue towering over Rio de Janeiro. 
Sagrada Familia Cathedral in Barcelona, Spain 
Where to go first is up to you.
