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5. Mountains of Banff   Banff National Park is Canada’s oldest national park, established in 1885 in the Rocky Mountains and one North America’s most visited parks. Banff’s mountains exhibit several different shapes that have been influenced by the composition of rock deposits, layers, and their structure. The 3,618 meter (11,870 ft) high Mount Assiniboine has been shaped by glacial erosion that has left a sharp peak....

Triumphal arches are monumental structures with at least one arched passageway and built to honor an important person or to commemorate a significant event. Although triumphal arches have been built by many nations it was the Romans who started the tradition. It is unclear when the Romans first began building triumphal arches but once the tradition became popular they created many Roman arches that were increasingly elaborate. 8. Patuxai &nb...

A fjord is a long, narrow arm of the sea with steep sides, carved by glacial activity. Many people consider fjords the very symbol of Norway. This country contains some of the longest, deepest, and most beautiful fjords in the world. In a survey conducted by National Geographic Traveler Magazine the famous fjords of Norway were selected as the number one unspoiled travel spot from a list of 115 destinations around the world. Interestingly, other ...

When mentioning an African holiday, most people will probably think of a safari tour, a visit to an ancient Egyptian monument or perhaps a trip to Cape Town or Marrakesh. However, Africa also has some amazing islands lying off its coasts. Madagascar, the 4th largest island in the world is the obvious one but there are also some smaller islands that are definitely worth a trip. These African islands have a fascinating history, unique wildlife and ...

There are numerous beautiful lakes around the world that feature a variety of colors that are far from the usual color of water. The hue of colors add an extra dimension to the already picture perfect landscapes that surround these lakes. So, please join our journey, as we venture throughout the world, visiting amazing lakes of color and beauty. 10. Laguna Verde     The Laguna Verde, a salt water lake, is located in...

7. Látrabjarg At 14 km long and up to 440 meter (1443 feet) high, Látrabjarg is one of the three largest bird cliffs in Iceland, with the other two being Hornbjarg and Hælavíkurbjarg. Látrabjarg is by far the easiest of the three to visit as a road leads practically to the cliff’s edge. It is fitting that Látrabjarg itself is at the end of a road, as it marks the end of a continent marking the most western part of Europe. 6. Bunda Cli...

Considered to be one of the most expensive cities in the world, Moscow, the capital as well as the largest city of Russia, is a heaven for history and art buffs. With a fair share of edgy art galleries and intriguing museums, historic monuments and scenic locations, legendary towers and religious churches, Moscow continues to tell tales of the fallen heroes and battles won and lost. Like a benevolent old granny, this city has something to offer f...

Are you and your family going to visit Calgary, Canada? Have you already planned where to go and what to do when you arrive there? If not yet, then this article of the top ten things to do in Calgary should giving you a good starting point for planning your trip to Canada. 1. Heritage Park This is a historical village that replicates the settlements of Western Canada, which is developed in the 1800s. It covers 127 acres of land next to Calg...

If you love quite spots to spend time, there is no doubt that visiting a botanical garden is one of the best things you can do. Not only you can escape the large crowds, but also enjoy a picnic, fun recreational activities or simply going for a relaxing walk while marveling at gorgeous plants and flowers! When it comes to garden places, America boasts some of the best botanical gardens in the world, and the great thing is that they’re g...

1. Hollywood Sign The Hollywood Sign isn’t just one of the most famous landmarks in US, but also one of the most recognizable and iconic signs in the world! The Hollywood Sign is truly one of the top attractions in California with a great story behind it. For those of you that don’t know, the Hollywood Sign once read Hollywoodland in early 1920’s when it was first erected as an advertisement slogan, though around the early 1950’s th...