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14.11.2019

We present the most Beautiful places of our country, which should be seen not only by every photographer and traveler, but also by every inhabitant of our vast Russia. Read our material and you will see: we all have something to be proud of!

Natural parks, reserves

Lena Pillars, Yakutia

Lena Pillars is a natural park in Russia, located on the banks of the Lena River in the Khangalassky ulus of Yakutia, 104 km from the city of Pokrovsk. The complex of vertically elongated rocks stretching for many kilometers, fancifully piling up along the banks of the Lena, with a deep valley cutting through the Prilenskoe plateau, never ceases to attract photographers and travelers. The pillars reach the highest density between the villages of Petrovskoye and Tit-Ary.

The height of rock formations reaches 100 meters. Scientists believe that the formation of rocks began 560-540 million years ago, and the very formation of the Lena Pillars as a form of relief - about 400 thousand years ago.

Nature Park"Lena Pillars" was organized on the basis of the decree of the President of the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia) of August 16, 1994, No. 837 and the government decree of February 10, 1995 and is subordinate to the regional ministry of nature protection. The park's area is 485 thousand hectares, the park consists of two branches - "Stolby" and "Sinsky".

Valley of Geysers, Kamchatka

The Valley of Geysers, one of the largest geyser fields in the world and the only one in Eurasia, is located in Kamchatka in the Kronotsky state biosphere reserve, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List as part of the natural complex "Volcanoes of Kamchatka".

The valley is a deep canyon of the Geysernaya River, on the sides of which, on an area of about 6 sq. km there are numerous outlets of geysers, hot springs, mud pots, thermal grounds, waterfalls and lakes. This area has an abnormally high biodiversity and high contrast natural conditions and microclimate. The ecosystem of the Valley of Geysers is unique for the entire country. On the territory of the valley there is a reserve regime.

Since 1992, under an agreement with the reserve, helicopter excursions have been organized here; a strict system of rules for organizing excursions has been in force in order to preserve the balance of the ecosystem. In 2008, according to the results of voting, the Valley of Geysers was included in the list of the seven wonders of Russia.

Weathering pillars, Komi Republic

Weathering pillars (Mansi dummies) - a geological monument located in the Troitsko-Pechora region of the Komi Republic on the territory of the Pechora-Ilych nature reserve on the Man-Pupu-ner mountain (" Small mountain idols "in translation from the Mansi language), in the interfluve of the Ichotlyaga and Pechora rivers. With this extraordinary place many legends are associated. The pillars are considered one of the seven wonders of Russia.

The Weathering Pillars are located quite far from inhabited places. To get to them is already in a sense a feat. To do this, by the way, you need to get a pass from the administration of the reserve. From the side of the Sverdlovsk Region and the Perm Territory there is a walking route, from the side of the Komi Republic - automobile, water and foot routes.

About 200 million years ago in place stone pillars there were high mountains. Rain, snow, wind, frost and heat gradually destroyed the mountains, and especially the weak rocks. Hard sericite-quartzite schists were destroyed less and survived to the present day, while soft rocks were destroyed by weathering and carried away by water and wind into lower relief.

One pillar, 34 m high, stands somewhat apart from the others. Six others were lined up at the edge of the cliff. The pillars have bizarre outlines and, depending on the place of examination, resemble either the figure of a huge man, or the head of a horse or a ram. Indeed, this place is ideal for the imagination of a photographer! In past times, the Mansi deified grandiose stone statues, worshiped them, but climbing Manpupuner was considered the greatest sin.

Curonian Spit, Kaliningrad region

Curonian Spit - a sand spit located on the coast Baltic Sea and the Curonian Lagoon. It is a narrow and long strip of saber-shaped land separating the Curonian Lagoon from the Baltic Sea and extending from the city of Zelenogradsk Kaliningrad region to the city of Klaipeda (Smiltyne) (Lithuania). The name of the spit comes from the name of the ancient tribes of the Curonians who lived here before the colonization of Prussia by the Germans.

The length is 98 kilometers, the width ranges from 400 meters (in the area of the Lesnoy village) to 3.8 kilometers (in the area of Cape Bulvikyo, just north of Nida).

The Curonian Spit is a unique natural and anthropogenic landscape and a territory of exceptional aesthetic value: the Curonian Spit is the largest sandy body, which, along with the Hel and Vistula, is part of the Baltic complex sand spits, which has no analogues in the world. The high level of biological diversity due to the combination of various landscapes - from desert (dunes) to tundra (raised bog) - gives an idea of important and long-term ecological and biological processes in evolution.

The most significant element of the spit relief is a continuous strip of sandy white dunes 0.3 - 1 km wide, some of them approaching the highest in the world (up to 68 m). Thanks to its geographic location and orientation from northeast to southwest, it serves as a corridor for migratory birds of many species flying from the northwestern regions of Russia, Finland and the Baltic countries to the countries of Central and Southern Europe. Annually in spring and autumn, from 10 to 20 million birds fly over the spit, a significant part of which stop here for rest and feeding.

Favorable climatic conditions allow you to rest on the Curonian Spit from May to November. In 2000, the Curonian Spit was included in the list World heritage UNESCO.

Natural reserve "Stolby". Krasnoyarsk region

The reserve is located on the northwestern spurs of the Eastern Sayan Mountains, bordering the Central Siberian Plateau. The natural boundaries of the protected area are the right tributaries of the river. Yenisei: in the northeast - the Bazaikha river, in the south and southwest - the Mana and Bolshaya Slizneva rivers. From the north-east, the territory borders on the city of Krasnoyarsk, you can get to the border of the reserve by bus. The reserve was founded in 1925 at the initiative of the residents of the city to preserve the natural complexes around the picturesque syenite outcrops - "pillars". At present, its area is 47,219 hectares. Submitted to the List of the UNESCO World Heritage Fund.

Lakes

Lake Baikal, Eastern Siberia

It is unlikely that Baikal needs any descriptions, but still ... Baikal is the most deep lake on the planet, the largest natural reservoir fresh water... The lake and coastal areas are distinguished by a unique variety of flora and fauna. Locals and many in Russia traditionally call Baikal the sea.

The value of the maximum depth of the lake - 1642 m - was established in 1983 by L. G. Kolotilo and A. I. Sulimov during the performance of hydrographic works. The average depth of the lake is also very high - 744.4 m. Besides Lake Baikal, only two lakes on Earth have a depth of more than 1000 meters: Tanganyika (1470 m) and the Caspian Sea (1025 m). One of business cards Russia, a place that you need to see with your own eyes at least once in your life!

Lake Seliger, Tver and Novgorod regions

Another place that needs no introduction. By the way, Seliger has another name - Ostashkovskoe Lake, after the name of the city of Ostashkov standing on the lake shore. The area of the lake is 260 sq. Km, including about 38 sq. Km. km falls on the islands (there are more than 160 of them on Seliger). The largest among them is Khachin Island. The area of the entire pool is 2275 sq. km.

Seliger receives 110 tributaries. The largest are the rivers Krapivenka, Soroga and Seremukha. Only one river Selizharovka flows out of it. The lake lies at an altitude of 205 meters above sea level and is of glacial origin. This explains its peculiar shape - it is not a lake in the usual sense, but rather a chain of lakes stretching from north to south for 100 km and interconnected by short narrow channels. The coastline, which is more than 500 km long, is notable for its ruggedness - forested headlands, deep picturesque bays thrust into the land, and islands of various shapes.

The water in Seliger is transparent, the transparency reaches 5 meters. On the shore of the southern part of Lake Seliger there are the town of Ostashkov and the estate "Novye Yeltsy".

Lake Kezenoy-am, Chechen Republic

Kezenoy-am - a lake on the border of the Vedeno region Chechen Republic and Botlikh district of Dagestan. This is the largest and deepest lake North Caucasus located at an altitude of more than 1800 meters above sea level. The surface of the lake is 2.4 sq. Km.

The depth of the lake reaches 74 m. The length of the lake from north to south is 2 kilometers, and from west to east - 2.7 kilometers. The maximum width is 735 meters. Length coastline- 10 kilometers.

Lake Baskunchak

Akhtubinsky district, Astrakhan region

Baskunchak - salt Lake with an area of about 115 sq. km in Akhtuba district of the Astrakhan region, about 270 km north of the Caspian Sea, and 53 km east of the Volga. Lake Baskunchak is part of a unique natural complex that includes Mount Bolshoye Bogdo. In 1997 Bogdinsko-Baskunchaksky natural complex was declared a nature reserve (Bogdinsko-Baskunchaksky nature reserve), where a special environmental regime was established on an area of 53.7 thousand hectares.

On the coast of the lake there are deposits of medicinal clays. In June-August tourists come to the lake to bathe in brine and take mud baths. There is no need to talk about the beauty of these places. There are as many photographers here as those who want to improve their health.

Jack London Lake, Magadan Region

It is located in the upper reaches of the Kolyma River in the Yagodninsky District of the Magadan Region, lies among the mountains, at an altitude of 803 meters, the length of the lake in the northwest direction is 10 kilometers, the depth is 50 meters.

There are many small lakes around Lake Jack London. The most prominent in size are the lakes Mechta, Anemone, Seraya Chaika, Nevidimka, Neighborhood, and Kudinovskie lakes. One of the most beautiful and exotic lakes in the Far East. Old-timers say that the lake got its name thanks to an unusual find made by the "discoverers". When the lake was discovered, the researchers found Jack London's book "Martin Eden" on the shore.

Lake Elton, Volgograd region

Elton is a salty drainless self-sedimentary lake in the Pallasovsky district of the Volgograd region, located near the border with Kazakhstan. It is considered the largest mineral lake in Europe in terms of area and one of the most mineralized in the world. They say that the name of the lake comes from the Mongolian word "Altyn-Nor" - "gold mine".

Lake area - 152 sq. km. Until 1882, salt was mined on Elton, in 1910 a medical sanatorium "Elton" was founded on its bank (moved to a new place in 1945). In 2001, the lake and the adjacent territories of virgin steppes (106 thousand hectares) became part of the State Institution "Natural Park" Eltonsky "".

Blue Lakes. Cherek-Balkar Gorge, Kabardino-Balkaria

A group of five karst lakes in the Cherek region of Kabardino-Balkaria is located at the foot of a rocky ridge, from where the Cherek-Balkar gorge begins. Located at the entrance to the gorge, Blue Lake is unique a natural phenomenon, interesting not only for Kabardino-Balkaria, but also on a national scale. Lower Blue Lake has several names: Chirik-kel (balk.) - rotten (stinking) lake; Sheredzh-ana (cab.) - mother of Cherek; Psikhurei (cab.) - round water (lake), natural artesian well.

The uniqueness of Nizhny blue lake lies in the fact that with a relatively small surface (only 235 × 130 m), its depth reaches 258 meters. The surface water temperature in winter and summer is about +9 degrees. Not a single stream or river flows into the lake, but about 70 million liters flow out daily. At the same time, the level of the lake remains unchanged, which is explained by powerful underwater sources. The blue color of the water is due to the presence of hydrogen sulfide and the refraction of light rays in the deep pool.

The nature here is quite picturesque: green hills, dense beech forests on steep slopes, and in the distance, in a blue haze, peaks sparkling in the sun. Closer to Babugent, the greens become brighter and juicier. There is a fork in the road near the village of Babugent. At the beginning of the road to the lake, there is a cave in the rock, in which traces of an ancient site of the 5th-10th centuries AD were discovered. Now there are many bats, and sometimes, in bad weather, the shepherds take refuge with flocks of sheep.

Seidozero, Kola Peninsula, Murmansk Region

Lake in Lovozero tundra on the Kola Peninsula... "Seid" in translation from the Sami language means "sacred". The lake is located at an altitude of 189 m above sea level. The length of the Seydozero is 8 km, the width is from 1.5 to 2.5 km.

According to a number of science fiction writers and ufologists, one of the supposed places of existence of the Hyperborean civilization. Seekers of the unknown have been exploring these places since 1922.

Lake (reservoir) Zyuratkul. Chelyabinsk region

Zyuratkul is located in the Satka district of the Chelyabinsk region on the territory of the national park of the same name. One of the highest (724 m above sea level) reservoirs in the Southern Urals. The reservoir is surrounded by mountain ranges covered with dark coniferous forests. To the southwest is the Nurgush ridge - the highest ridge in the Chelyabinsk region. The main river feeding the reservoir is the Bolshoi Kyl. Near the source of the Satka River and the dam there is a small village Zyuratkul, connected by bus with the city of Satka.

Previously, Zyuratkul was a natural lake. Now it is a reservoir formed by a dam built on Bolshaya Satka. A giant geoglyph was found in the area of the lake. About forty stone tools made of quartzite were also found. The technique of chipping the stone makes it possible to date the instruments to the Neolithic and Eneolithic (VI-III millennia BC). Researchers are still inclined towards the Copper-Stone Age (IV-III millennium BC). It is noted that at that time South Urals there were practically no forests (they appeared only 2,500 years ago), so the figure was easy to build and then examine from a nearby ridge until it was covered with a layer of soil.

Until the winter of 2012, another popular attraction was located on the shores of Lake Zyuratkul - Kitova pier, which was also called the "Ural Disneyland". But in the fall of 2012, by a court decision, it was demolished.

Mountains and volcanoes

Elbrus, Kabardino-Balkaria

Elbrus is a stratovolcano located on the border of the republics of Kabardino-Balkaria and Karachay-Cherkessia. Elbrus is located north of the Greater Caucasus Range and is the highest peak in Russia. Considering that the border between Europe and Asia is ambiguous, Elbrus is often called the highest European mountain peak, thus referring it to the list of "Seven Peaks".

The height of the western peak is 5642 m, the eastern one is 5621 m. The gorges of Adylsu, Shkheldy, Adyrsu, the Donguz-Orun and Ushba massifs are very popular among climbers and mountain tourists. Prielbrusye is the most popular ski resort in Russia. The total area of the Elbrus glaciers is 134.5 sq. km. The most famous of them: Big and Small Azau, Terskol.

Altai mountains

The Altai Mountains represent a complex system of the highest ranges in Siberia, separated by deep river valleys and vast intramountain and intermountain basins. Mountain system at the junction of the borders of Russia, Mongolia, China and Kazakhstan. It is divided into Southern Altai (South-Western), South Eastern Altai and Eastern Altai, Central Altai, Northern and Northeastern Altai, Northwestern Altai.

Altai, Katunsky reserves and the Ukok plateau together form the UNESCO World Heritage Site "Altai - Golden Mountains". Thousands of tourists come to Altai. This is a favorite place for photo tours and independent trips.

Divnogorye plateau, Liskinsky district, Voronezh region

"Divnogorye" - a hill and a museum-reserve in the Liskinsky district Voronezh region Russia. It is located 10 km west of the center of the district on the right bank of the Don River and 80 km south of Voronezh. The museum was founded here in 1988, and in 1991 it received the status of a museum-reserve. Currently, the museum-reserve is one of the most popular and most recognizable sights of the Voronezh region. Every season, from May to October, more than 60 thousand tourists visit it.

The area of the museum-reserve is more than 11 sq. Km. Maximum height the plateau above sea level reaches 181 meters, relative - 103 meters (the mouth of the Tikhaya Sosna River at the confluence with the Don, which flows at the foot of the plateau, is located at an altitude of 78 m above sea level).

Dombay-Ulgen, Karachay-Cherkess Republic

Dombai-Ulgen is the top of the western part of the Dividing Range of the Greater Caucasus (on the border of Abkhazia and the Karachay-Cherkess Republic). Dombay-Ulgen is the highest peak in Abkhazia, located east of the Dombay village, has three peaks: western (4036 m), main (4046 m) and eastern (3950 m).

A steep ridge departs from the main peak to the north, ending in a depression - "Dombaysky saddle". From the Dombaysky saddle up there is a classic route (category 3B), available for ascent in one day with a descent to the camp.

Putorana Plateau, Krasnoyarsk Territory

The Putorana Plateau is a mountain range located in the northwest of the Central Siberian Plateau. In the north and west, the plateau ends with a steep ledge (800 m and more), while the southern and eastern parts are characterized by gentle slopes. The maximum height of the plateau is 1701 m, among the highest peaks are the mountains Kamen (1701 m), Holokit (1542 m), Kotuiskaya (1510 m). In the north, the Putorana plateau borders on the Taimyr Peninsula. The name Putorana, translated from Evenk, means “lakes with steep banks”.

The area of the plateau is 250 thousand square kilometers, which is comparable to the territory of Great Britain. On the territory of the plateau, there is the Putorana State Natural Reserve, recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site of Humanity.

Ruskeala marble canyon, Republic of Karelia, Ruskeala village

Mountain Park "Ruskeala" - tourist complex, located in the Sortavala region of the Republic of Karelia, near the village of Ruskeala. The main object of the complex is a former marble quarry filled with groundwater.

The quarries discovered by Pastor Alopeus began to be developed at the beginning of the reign of Catherine II. The first developments were directed by Captain Kozhin, who was consulted by Italian specialists. Today, the length of the quarry from north to south is 460 meters, width - up to 100 meters. The distance from the highest point of the quarry side to its bottom is over 50 meters. The transparency of the water reaches 15-18 meters.

Ruskeala marble was used in the construction of the most beautiful and significant buildings in St. Petersburg and its palace suburbs. Lined with it Saint Isaac's Cathedral, the floors of the Kazan Cathedral were laid out, the windowsills of the Hermitage were made, the windows were framed Marble Palace and the facade of the Mikhailovsky Castle, as well as the underground halls of the St. Petersburg metro stations "Primorskaya" and "Ladozhskaya". In 2010, a significant part of the filming of the film "The Dark World" took place in Ruskeale.

Eastern and Western Sayan Mountains. Eastern Siberia

Eastern and Western Sayan Mountains - common name for two mountain systems in the south of Siberia. Distinguish the Western Sayan (length 650 km, height up to 3971 m - Mount Mongun-Taiga, which is the top of the ridge of the same name - the highest peak Eastern Siberia, however, more often this ridge is not attributed to the Sayans, but is distinguished into a separate mountain system - the Tuva mountains), consisting of leveled and peaked ridges, on which there is no glaciation, separated by intermountain basins, and the Eastern Sayan (length about 1000 km, height up to 3491 m - Mount Munku-Sardyk) with typical mid-mountain ridges carrying glaciers. The rivers belong to the Yenisei basin. Mountain taiga prevails on the slopes, turning into mountain tundra.

The Western Sayan is bordered by Altai in its southwestern part. Its main ridge is the Dividing Sayan Range with the highest point - Mount Kyzyl-Taiga (3121 m). The ridges of the Western Sayan are characterized by steep slopes, rugged relief, and vast areas of stone placers. The height of the ridges in the west does not exceed 2500-3000 m, to the east it decreases to 2000 m.

The Eastern Sayan stretches almost at right angles to the Western Sayan. Its ridges form a system of "white mountains" (Manskoye, Kanskoye) and "proteins", which got their name from the non-melting all year round snow on the tops. In the central part, in the upper reaches of the Kazyr and Kizir rivers, several ridges form a "knot" with the highest point - the Grandiozny Peak (2982 m). In the southeast, there are the highest and most inaccessible ridges - Bolshoi Sayan, Tunkinskie Goltsy, Kitoiskie Goltsy, Kropotkina. The highest point of the Eastern Sayan - Munku-Sardyk (3491 m) is located in the ridge of the same name. Between the Sayan ridges there are more than a dozen depressions of various sizes and depths, the most famous of which is the Abakan-Minusinsk depression, famous for its archaeological monuments. It is worth noting the large number of waterfalls.

Almost everywhere in the Sayan Mountains, dark coniferous taiga spruce-cedar-fir forests prevail, rising in the western and central parts up to heights of 1500-1800 m and more; light deciduous-cedar forests form the upper border of the forest at an altitude of 2000–2500 m. Animal world as rich as vegetable. The largest city located in the Sayan Mountains is Krasnoyarsk.

Shikhany mountains. Republic of Bashkortostan

Shikhany are isolated uplands in the Bashkir Urals, consisting of four single mountains: Tratau, Shakhtau, Yuraktau and Kushtau, which form a narrow chain stretching along the Belaya River for 20 km. Shikhany are located near the cities of Sterlitamak and Ishimbay. They are unique natural monuments - the remains of a barrier reef formed in the warm sea of the early Permian period. In the stones from which these shikhans are made, the prints of the most ancient plants and animals have been preserved.

The highest shihan is Tratau (or Toratau). Its height is 402 meters above sea level, and its relative height is 280 meters. At its foot are the ruins of a women's prison - one of the islands of the Gulag archipelago. Shikhan Tratau flaunts on the coat of arms of the city of Ishimbay, is a symbol of the Ishimbay region of Bashkiria. In the past, this mountain was considered sacred.

Krenitsyn volcano. Sakhalin Region, Onekotan Island

An active volcano on the Onekotan island of the Great Kuril Ridge. The largest two-tiered "volcano within a volcano" in the world is located in the southern part of Onekotan Island. The height of the volcano is 1324 m.

The volcanic cone rises in the form of an island inside the Koltsevoe Lake (about 7 km in diameter) lying at an altitude of 400 m. The lake is surrounded by a somma - the walls of the more ancient Tao-Rusyr caldera (heights of 540–920 m with a bottom diameter of 16–17 km).

Only one historical eruption is known, which happened in 1952.

Tyatya volcano, Kuril Islands

An active volcano on the Kunashir Island of the Great Kuril Ridge, on the territory of the Kuril Nature Reserve. In geographical terms, Tyatya is a somma-vesuvius-type stratovolcano (“volcano within a volcano”). The height reaches 1819 m ( highest point Kunashira; in 1977 and subsequent years, the southeastern part of the rim of the summit crater collapsed and most of the material collapsed into the northeastern crater. As a result total height volcano decreased by an amount of about 30-50 meters and is currently probably less than 1800 meters above sea level) ..

The height of the somma is 1485 m, it has a regular truncated cone with a diameter of 15-18 km at the base and up to 2.5 km at the ring ridge. The foothills and slopes of the volcano are decorated with coniferous-deciduous forests with bamboo and thickets of stone birch and dwarf cedar. In the forests at the foot, you can often see a bear. The path to the volcano is difficult, but most tourists get to the volcano from Yuzhno-Kurilsk.

Caves

Ordinskaya cave, Perm region

Orda Cave is located on the southwestern outskirts of the Orda village of the Perm Territory, on the left bank of the Kungur River. Consists of "dry" and underwater parts. The length of the dry part is 300 meters, the underwater part is 4600 meters. Today Ordinskaya cave is the longest watered cave in Russia. In addition, part of the cave is the longest siphon in the CIS - 935 meters.

The cave is ranked 21st among the longest gypsum caves in the world. The famous photographer Viktor Lyagushkin dedicated a whole photo project to the Orda Cave.

Kungurskaya cave, Perm region

This is one of the most popular sights of Siberia and the Urals, a natural monument of all-Russian importance. The cave is in Perm Territory, on the right bank of the Sylva River on the outskirts of the city of Kungur in the village of Filippovka, 100 km from Perm.

A unique geological monument - one of the largest karst caves in the European part of Russia, the seventh longest gypsum cave in the world. The length of the cave is about 5700 m, of which 1.5 km are equipped for tourists. average temperature air in the center of the cave +5 ° C, relative humidity in the center of the cave - 100%. Kungur cave contains 58 grottoes, 70 lakes, 146 so-called. "Organ pipes" (the highest - in the Efirny grotto, 22 m) - high mines, reaching almost to the surface.

Architecture

Leaning Tower of Nevyansk. Sverdlovsk region, city of Nevyansk

Not everyone knows that in Russia we have our own likeness of the Leaning Tower of Pisa - an inclined tower in the center of Nevyansk, built in the first half of the 18th century by order of Akinfiy Demidov.

The height of the tower is 57.5 meters, the base is a square with a side of 9.5 m. The deviation of the tower from the vertical is about 1.85 m, with the greatest inclination observed at the lower tier (3 ° 16 "). The exact date of the tower's construction is unknown, different sources give dates in the range from 1721 to 1745.

The tower is a massive quadrangle with 3 octagonal tiers built on top of it. Inside the tower is divided into several levels - floors.

The purpose of the first floor has not been precisely established. Demidov's office was located on the second floor, and during the Soviet era it was a prison. There was a laboratory on the third floor: traces of silver and gold were found in the soot taken from the chimneys of the stoves. According to one version, Demidov minted counterfeit money here. According to the other, here Demidov smelted silver and gold, which was mined in his mines in Altai, secretly from the state treasury.

Even higher is the so-called "auditory room". Its peculiarity is that while standing in one corner of the room, you can clearly hear what is being said in the opposite corner. The effect observed in the room is associated with the special shape of the ceiling - it is vaulted and at the same time slightly flattened.

On the seventh and eighth floors, there are chimes with musical striking, created by the English watchmaker Richard Phelps in 1730. The tower is completed by a roof and a metal spire with a weather vane mounted on it, made of perforated iron, in which the noble coat of arms of the Demidovs is embossed.

There is a legend that the tower tilted due to flooding of the cellars with all the workers minting counterfeit money. By the Decree of the Council of Ministers of the RSFSR No. 1327 of August 30, 1960, the tower was included in the list historical monuments subject to protection as monuments of national importance.

Ivolginsky Datsan. Republic of Buryatia, the village of Verkhnyaya Ivolga

Ivolginsky Datsan is a large Buddhist monastery complex, the center of the Buddhist traditional Sangha of Russia, which is the largest Buddhist community in Buryatia. One of the most striking monuments of the history and architecture of Russia. Located in the village of Verkhnyaya Ivolga, 36 km from the center of Ulan-Ude.

Swallow's Nest. Republic of Crimea

Among all the sights of the Crimea, it is not easy to choose one thing. But we decided to stop at one of the most inspiring places. swallow's Nest- an architectural and historical monument, located on the 40-meter-high Aurora cliff of Cape Ai-Todor in the village of Gaspra (Yalta City Council).

The building resembles a medieval knight's castle like the Belem Tower or the Villa Miramare near Trieste. The first wooden structure on this site was erected for a retired Russian general after the Russian-Turkish war of 1877-1878, it can be seen on the canvases of famous marine painters: I.K.Aivazovsky, L.F. Lagorio, A.P. Bogolyubov, and also in photographs of that time.

The second owner of this amazing dacha was the court physician A.K. Tobin. There is also very little information left about him. After his death, the house was owned for some time by a widow who sold the plot to the Moscow merchant Rachmanina. She demolished the old building, and soon a wooden castle appeared, which she called "The Swallow's Nest".

The "Swallow's Nest" got its present appearance thanks to the oil industrialist Baron Steingel, who loved to relax in the Crimea. Steingel acquired on Aurora rock country cottage area and decided to build a romantic castle there, which resembles medieval buildings on the banks of the Rhine. The project of the new house was commissioned to the engineer and sculptor Leonid Sherwood, the son of the architect Vladimir Sherwood, the author of the Historical Museum on Red Square in Moscow.

At the beginning of the First World War, the estate was bought by a Moscow merchant P. Shelaputin, who opened a restaurant in the castle. In the 1930s, the reading room of the local Rest House was located here, but the premises were declared emergency and closed.

In 1927, the Swallow's Nest was damaged during a strong earthquake. Repairs were carried out only in 1967-1968. In addition to the monolithic slab, the entire structure was surrounded by anti-seismic belts. The increased height of the tower has acquired great decorativeness thanks to the four spiers. In 2013, cracks were found in the foundation slab, and in the fall the visit was suspended to carry out design work on reconstruction - strengthening of the rock.

And 6 more amazing places:

Charsky Sands, Trans-Baikal Territory

Charsky Sands is a tract in the Kalarsky District of the Trans-Baikal Territory, which is a sandy mass about 10 km by 5 km in size. Chara sands are located in the hollow of the same name, in the foothills of the Kodar ridge, 9 kilometers from the village of Chara, between the valleys of the Chara, Middle Sakukan and Upper Sakukan rivers. The massif is a geological natural monument of the geomorphological type of federal rank.

BAM Novaya Chara station is 10 kilometers away. The massif stretches from southwest to northeast and covers an area of about 50 sq. Km. No other basin in Transbaikalia has such large massifs of free-flowing moving sands. Chara sands look like deserts Central Asia... The vegetation is slightly different from that of the taiga: there are areas with larch, dwarf birch and moisture-loving dwarf pine. In the northeastern part of the tract there are two small lakes - Alenushka and Taezhnoe.

Avachinskaya Bay, Kamchatka Territory

Avachinskaya Bay is a large non-freezing bay of the Pacific Ocean off the southeastern coast of the Kamchatka Peninsula and is the main transport gateway to the Kamchatka Territory. The main advantage of the bay is that it is one of the largest bays in the world: it can accommodate any ship in the world!

The length of the bay is 24 kilometers, the width at the entrance is 3 kilometers, the total area of the water surface is 215 sq. Km. Depth up to 26 meters. The rivers Avacha and Paratunka flow into the bay. The cities of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky and Vilyuchinsk are located along the shores of the bay. The bay is the main base of the Russian Pacific Fleet in Kamchatka.

A distinctive symbol of the bay and its attraction are the Three Brothers rocks, located at the exit to the open Avacha Bay.

Commander Islands. Aleutsky district, Kamchatka Territory

Commander Islands - an archipelago of four islands in the southwestern part Bering Sea Pacific Ocean, administratively part of the Aleutian region of the Kamchatka Territory of Russia. The islands are named after the explorer Commander Vitus Bering, who discovered them in 1741. On the largest of them, Bering Island, there is a seafarer's grave. The Commander Islands are a place where Russian and Aleutian cultures mix. They have great potential for the development of northern tourism.

Patomsky crater. Irkutsk region

The Patomsky crater is a cone of crushed limestone blocks on the slope of the Patomsky Upland in the Irkutsk Region. Discovered in 1949 by geologist Vadim Viktorovich Kolpakov. Among the local population it is called "The Nest of the Fire Eagle", also known under the names "Kolpakov's Cone", "Dzhebuldinsky Crater", "Yavaldinsky Crater".

This is a unique geological object in its characteristics, which is a ring structure of the central type with a bulk cone, composed of limestones and other rocks. Patomsky crater was formed for a long time about 500 years ago.

The diameter of the crater along the ridge is 76 m. The cone is crowned with a flat top, which is an annular shaft. In the center of the funnel there is a hill up to 12 m high. The total volume of the cone is estimated at 230-250 thousand cubic meters, its mass is about a million tons.

Agursky waterfalls. City of Sochi, Krasnodar Territory

A cascade of waterfalls located on the Agura river in the Khostinsky district of the city of Sochi. Distance from the Black Sea coast - 4 km. Further upstream of the river - the Middle waterfall, then the Upper one.

Lower Agursky waterfall - the first and most interesting of all three large waterfalls on the Agura river. It consists of two cascades: the lower one is 18 m high and the upper one is 12 m high. Beneath it is a wide and deep pool of blue water. From the Chertova Nora canyon to the Lower waterfall, it is approximately 1.5 km. Behind the first waterfall, a series of stairs and ascents go upwards, leading through 500 m to the Middle Agursky waterfall - 23-meter, and then to the Upper - 21-meter waterfall. Near the Upper Waterfall, to the left of the trail, there are rocks named Eagles.

Vasyugan swamps. Tomsk, Novosibirsk and Omsk regions

Some of the largest swamps in the world, located in Western Siberia, between the Ob and Irtysh rivers, on the territory of the Vasyugan plain, located for the most part within the Tomsk region, and in small parts - Novosibirsk and Omsk regions and Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug.

The area of the swamps is 53 thousand square meters. km (for comparison: the area of Switzerland is 41 thousand square kilometers), the length from west to east - 573 km, from north to south - 320 km.

The Vasyugan swamps appeared about 10 thousand years ago and have been constantly increasing since then - 75% of their modern area was swamped less than 500 years ago. Swamps are the main source of fresh water in the region (water reserves are 400 cubic km), there are about 800 thousand small lakes, many rivers originate from swamps, in particular: Ava, Bakchar, Bolshoi Yugan, Vasyugan, Demyanka, etc. etc.

The Vasyugan swamps are home to numerous local fauna, including rare ones. Of the rare animal species, the swamps are inhabited, in particular, by the reindeer, golden eagle, white-tailed eagle, osprey, gray shrike, peregrine falcon. Squirrels, moose, sables, wood grouses, ptarmigan, hazel grouse, black grouse are found in significant quantities, mink, otter, and wolverine are found in smaller quantities. Flora also includes rare and endangered plant species and plant communities. From wild plants, cranberries, blueberries, cloudberries are widespread.

Now an animal and vegetable world swamps are under threat due to the development of the territory during the exploration and exploitation of oil and gas fields.

In preparing the article, materials from Wikipedia were used.

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Lonely Planet offers a selection of interesting countries to travel in 2019 - from the islands to Pacific to South Africa. We have updated the description of places useful information about the cost of the flight and rest. Read and travel!

Recently, it attracts many with its oriental flavor, pleasant prices, breathtaking cuisine and few tourists - this is one of the most interesting countries for travel. Also Morocco is famous for its excellent sandy beaches, French-Arabic architecture, oriental bazaars and amazing landscapes. You can read more about the country.

In general, Tunisia appeared in the Lonely Planet collection, but, unfortunately, in connection with the thundering terrorist attacks in the capital and at the country's resort, we recommend refraining from visiting Tunisia.

In Marrakech (not far from the Medina), you can find a room in a riad or hotel from $ 15 per day (sometimes breakfast is included).

The cost of the flight Moscow - Marrakesh is from 12 thousand rubles round trip, to Casablanca - from 18 thousand rubles.

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Safari in South Africa

If you want something exotic, but don't know where to go to travel in 2019? South Africa is definitely one of the most exotic destinations. There are so many interesting countries to travel to! How about safari and wildlife watching, free museums and amazing nature? In South Africa, every tourist will find something to their liking, whether it be spending time in an inexpensive coastal cafe in Cape Town or an exciting safari. We recommend flying to South Africa during the off-season (March - May, September and October) to find comfortable weather and low prices.

A vacation in South Africa can even be quite budgetary: tickets from Moscow to Cape Town and back cost only 29 thousand rubles - about the same cost for a ticket, for example, to Bali. Of course, due to the distance, the flight will be long (from 16.5 hours on the way) and with a stopover.

Russians do not need a visa to Namibia and Botswana - you can stay in the country up to 90 days, in Swaziland - up to 30 days, but to visit South Africa you need a visa.

A huge number of attractive apartments in the price range of $ 20-35. Hostel cost - from $ 19, hotel room - from $ 30.

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Where to travel if not to noisy, but so lively Shanghai? Walking through the buzzing streets, you can feel the pulse of this huge, fluid metropolis. Shanghai never sleeps, this dynamic city resembles a humming hive of hardworking bees.

The cost of the flight Moscow - Shanghai is from 20 thousand round trip.

One of the most populous cities in the world can also be very budgetary: the cost of a bed in hostels starts from $ 10, a room in a hotel costs from $ 19, it is also a great option to rent an apartment. Of course, it all depends on your needs - there are budget hostels and trendy boutique hotels in Shanghai. The same is with food: if you are unassuming and open-minded, feel free to eat in street establishments - food is inexpensive.

Read also on our website material about food, transport, housing, etc.

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Vacation in Samoa

The cost of the flight Moscow - Denpasar is from 32 thousand rubles round trip.

Compared to other resorts in the countries South-East Asia Bali is not considered the cheapest place, but there are plenty of inexpensive hostels and bungalows for backpackers, as well as middle and luxury hotels on the island. Food and transportation are also extremely cheap. Hotels in Kuta can be found from $ 10, hostels - from $ 8.

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Uruguay

South America is full of fiery rhythms, bright colors and extreme places. But where to go to travel in order to combine a quiet, calm, measured vacation with adventure? Uruguay is perfect for these purposes. This modest country compares favorably with neighboring Argentina and Brazil with low crime rates. Uruguay has great beaches, colonial architecture, beautiful nature reserves, bullfighting and much more. Want to take a short excursion to South America? You are in Uruguay!

The cost of the flight from Moscow to Montevideo is not very low - after all, you need to fly across the Atlantic. Prices start at about 50 thousand rubles in both directions. Sometimes there are cheap tickets to South America from Europe.

A hostel in Montevideo can be found for $ 18, a hotel room - from $ 30.

Russians can stay in Uruguay without a visa for 90 days.

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Potugalia, Algarve

If you are looking for a beach holiday, we recommend taking a look at the Algarve. The Portuguese region of the Algarve is known for its picturesque coastline - a continuous strip of beaches. What to see? National park, Chapel of bones and port to Faro, old district the city of Lagos, the castle of Silves and much more. The region is very conveniently located - if you wish, you can visit neighboring Spain and Morocco.

The cost of the flight Moscow - Lisbon is from 11.5 thousand rubles round trip, and from Lisbon to Faro you can get either by local airlines or by bus.

A hotel room can be found for $ 24 and up, a hostel starts at $ 15.

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Taiwan has an Asian flavor and stunning nature, one of the most interesting travel destinations. The island was formerly called Formosa, which means beautiful, and you will see for yourself if you decide to go here. A huge variety of endemic plants, rivers and hot springs, mountains covered with tropical forests make the landscape of the island unique. In addition, Taiwan has many ancient monuments and amazing architecture, while in Taipei you will see one of the tallest skyscrapers in the world. Another attraction in Taiwan is food. Here you can go to the real gastronomic tour especially since the food is quite cheap.

Prices for air tickets Moscow - Taipei start at 23 thousand round trip.

Living in Taiwan is cheaper than, for example, Tokyo or Hong Kong: guest houses and hostels offer rooms from $ 13, a room in a mid-range hotel can be booked for $ 30-60.

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Romania

Country of Eastern Europe are often included in the lists of the most interesting countries to travel, but in the case of Romania, this is completely justified. It is connected to the rest of Europe by Wizz Air, Ryanair, Blue Air and Fly Romania, making it easy to visit. Also Romania attracts tourists low prices accommodation, food and transport, interesting architecture and picturesque Danube Delta, medieval villages and spectacular castles - all this promises to make Romania one of the most visited countries in the region.

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Norway

The best way to experience Norway is by taking a ride aboard one of the steamers that sail along the country's coastline, passing through some of the most beautiful fjords and stopping at dozens of seaports along the way. Or go on a multi-day hike along the fjords, staying in hotels and mountain huts. northern Lights will be a bonus for you.

Switzerland

Equip yourself with some good hiking boots and head out to explore Switzerland. Fortunately, the transport structure is very well developed here, so there is a tram, train or steamer to every interesting place. Visit Zurich and then head south to the shores Lake Geneva, in Montreux and Lausanne, where you will find plenty of entertainment: restaurants, nightclubs and luxury hotels.

Vietnam

Vietnam is full of colorful cities, rich markets and smiling locals. You can combine a beach vacation with an educational one in Phan Thiet. This resort is one of the most attractive in Asia. But for entertainment it is better to go to Hanoi.

New Zealand

Inspirational landscapes, glaciers, rainforests, mountains - this place is simply magical. The fabulous landscapes seem to have been retouched in Photoshop. You go and do not believe that all this is real. Lovers active rest can try bungee jumping, boating and hiking on the legendary Milford Track, the most popular of New Zealand's nine Great Walks.

Austria

Small and compact, Vienna is one of the most suitable cities for solo travel in Europe. Lots of concert halls, dozens of museums and cafes to stay in. Salzburg, where Wolfgang Amadeus once lived, is even smaller, but no less worthy of a visit. And to the cleanest lakes and hot mineral springs go to enchanting Carinthia.

Japan

Spend a few days in the fascinating metropolis of Tokyo, ride high speed train past Mount Fuji and enjoy the tranquility of old Kyoto. As for the number of attractions and museums, everything is in order here: Japan will find something to surprise even experienced tourists.

Chile

Chileans are friendly and welcoming, which will be a big plus for lovers of single travel. Chile is 3000 km of deserts, mountains and endless coastline. You can head north to the magical Atacama Desert, or south to the Chiloe or Patagonia Islands. It is worth visiting Santiago, the largest Chilean city. Chileans are very hospitable - so you can easily join the family barbecue and become part of the Chilean family for a while.

Many travelers who have visited the happiest country in the world call it the most beautiful country in the world. It is a favorite spot for surfing and river rafting. There are endless mountain ranges covered with rare forests, numerous national parks, nature reserves and volcanoes, exotic beaches with black and white sand, noisy waterfalls and much more.

Indonesia

Temples, yoga on the beach, cheap food, lodging and massage. One of the favorite places for spiritual seekers. All this Bali is the most popular place travelers in Indonesia. Here coffee plantations are replaced by emerald terraces, the purest sacred lakes - by volcanic lakes. If you prefer more or less popular tourist destinations, visit Lombok, an island off the coast of Bali.

Aug 31, 2015

There are so many amazing, well-known and not so many places on Earth, getting into which, you involuntarily feel like a small part of the majestic universe. When planning a vacation, some dream of being in paradise and enjoy a comfortable rest, others are looking for exciting tourist routes, where every new day will give an unforgettable experience of the natural beauty and sights seen, and still others want to combine business with pleasure. Given such a variety of interests, site has chosen for you the best tourist destinations in the world, many of which occupy the first lines in the ratings of the most interesting places on the planet and are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

1 the colorful villages of the Cinque Terre in Italy

Cinque Terre, Italy / Flickr: sullivanng

Five vibrant villages nestled on the precipitous cliffs of the Cinque-Terre National Park are nothing like resort area with developed infrastructure. This amazing Italian hinterland is far from civilization and therefore, probably, attracts tourists from all over the world with its genuine simplicity of life. Uncomplicated and dissimilar villages, where to this day, as if strung on top of each other, there are low-rise houses local residents, however, are full of sights and legends. So, travelers will not have any questions about what to do and what to see. A walk along a ten-kilometer trail uniting all the villages will leave an indelible impression. You will not find such picturesque landscapes, winding paths and turns anywhere in the world! And for the young spouses, the section of the path, which has been named the road of love since ancient times, will become symbolic.

2. Grape roads in Switzerland

The Chemins des Vignes, Martigny, Switzerland / Photo Trover: InternationalTravelers

The best walking tour of vineyards and villages awaits visitors to the Swiss province of Martigny. Six kilometers of grape roads (The Chemins des Vignes) - such tourist route laid along alpine slopes, lined with man-made terraces for vineyards. Magnificent landscapes, the purest mountain air and the serenity of rural life have made this place a popular destination for tireless tourists.

3. Colored lakes at the top of Kelimutu in Indonesia

Lakes in Kelimutu Crater, Flores Island, Indonesia

Three colorful lake, shrouded in mystical beliefs about the souls of dead people living in them, are hidden from prying eyes in the crater of the majestic Kelimutu volcano at an altitude of almost 1700 meters. The Lake of Elderly People, the adjacent Lake of Boys and Girls and the Enchanted Lake periodically change their color from black to turquoise, green and red under the influence of chemical reactions between the minerals in them. It is best to admire the lakes early in the morning or after twelve o'clock in the afternoon, when they are not covered with a veil of fog.

4. The age-old salt mines in Peru

Salt Mine in Marash, Peru / Trover: Misha Zavoico

The mesmerizing salt mosaic - the brainchild of the resourceful Incas - is one of the most interesting tourist destinations in the world. It would seem, what can attract salt baths, from which to this day the extraction of salt is carried out manually ?! Multistage terraces will not only be a brilliant find for photographers in every sense, but on a sunny day they will amaze impressionable tourists with the multicolored salt landscapes. And everyone has the opportunity to check for themselves whether it is easy to extract salt!

5. Monasteries of Meteora in Greece

Meteora Monasteries, Thessaly, Greece / Trover: Jade Johnston

The transparent waters of the Pinios River, forming the Thessalian valley, embrace the mighty rocks immersed in the green of the forests ... Harmony of nature and harmony of spirit! The history of this most popular tourist route in the world has been going on for 15 centuries. Despite the fact that only 6 monasteries survived (4 for men and 2 for women) out of 24 built, Meteora is a real pillar of Orthodoxy. The six-hundred-meter-high rocks, which were once the bottom of an ancient sea, have become a reliable foundation for the monastery buildings. Climbing the stone steps, one involuntarily thinks about how difficult the staircase to heaven is. But that is precisely why the power of monastic deed and God-given grace is so strongly felt.

6. Mysterious rock Uluru in Australia

Uluru, Central Australia / Photo: Johan Lolos

Monumental - 0.35 km high, 3.6 km long and 3 km wide - the orange-brown Uluru chameleon rock, located in the National Park, has become one of the most interesting tourist destinations in the world due to its ability to change color in depending on the time of day: from dark purple at dawn, bright red and pink in the morning to golden by noon. Rugged with numerous caves and reservoirs, it keeps the history of ancient tribes in fantastic rock carvings... On the sacred trail of the local Anangu tribe, you can climb to the top of the cliff, from where a truly breathtaking view of the surroundings opens during the day, and in the evening you can admire the carnival of the starry sky.

7. Ko Poda Islands in Thailand

Ko Poda Islands, Thailand / Trover: Brendan Caffrey

Koh Poda islands in Krabi province are rightfully considered the most popular tourist destination in the world. Tourists who are tired of entertainment come here by boats for peace and quiet. Sprawling palms, pristine white beach, transparent sea water, a coral reef with exotic fish and stunning views of the cliffs of the Railay Peninsula will give paradisaic delight... And not far from the island of Poda, there is a local landmark - a hundred-meter island-rock Ma Tang Ming, also known as one of the best places for diving in the center of Krabi.

8. Isle of Skye in Scotland

Isle of Skye, Scotland / Trover: Jimmy Dau

Skye is the largest and most unusual island in Scotland. Typically Scottish landscapes: deserted, hilly, with rocks, lakes and green meadows in which sheep roam, are surprisingly interspersed with tropical oases influenced by the Gulf Stream washing the island. Palm trees and rhododendrons bloom here in October too! Isle of Skye - favorite place for rest and work of creative people. There are many small art museums here. Climbers from all over the world flock here to conquer the peaks of the Cullin mountain range, called the Scottish Alps.

9. The blue town of Chefchaouen in Morocco

Chefchaouen, Morocco

All fans of small cozy towns on Earth will love this glorious tourist town, which began its history in the 15th century with the construction of a small fortress, which is now one of the attractions of Chefchaouen. The color blue has brought popularity to this town: it is in the bright shades of blue that the walls of houses and sidewalks in Chefchaouen are painted. An unforgettable experience will leave walking along stone narrow and winding streets, warm gatherings in a cafe, climbing the mountains and visiting the most beautiful parks and reserves: Talassemtan, Talembot and Bukhashem.

10. Bryce Canyon in the USA

Bryce Canyon, National Park, USA

Bryce Canyon National Park is located in Utah and covers an area of 145 km². It is a majestic, miraculous amphitheater of whimsical orange, pink and creamy hoodoo rocks, the shape of which is tirelessly corrected by the most unpredictable sculptor in the world - nature itself. Sharp peaks give way to mysterious turrets or spiers directed upwards. The slopes of Bryce Canyon are surrounded by bright green dense coniferous forests and mountain meadows that soften the warlike landscape and make it enchanting. But the most spectacular sight Bryce Canyon presents at dawn, at dusk and in winter - that's when the parade of fantastic shades unfolds!

11. Camiguin volcanic island in the Philippines

Camigin, Philippines / Flickr: gogo159

It is no coincidence that Camiguin Island, immersed in luscious greenery, can be called the pearl of the Philippine archipelago. Imagine: tropical climate, gorgeous white beaches and caressing azure ocean waters, amazing 50-meter waterfalls and hot springs, seven active volcanoes and first-class diving, unique flora and fauna! And if you climb to the top of Mount Khibok-Khibok, then fantastic views will appear! A local attraction and tourist find is a huge white cross, which was installed on the site of a cemetery sunken in the sea.

12. The many-sided Cape Town in South Africa

Cape Town, South Africa / via Gogobot

The capital of the multinational Western Cape and the legislative capital of South Africa, the southernmost African city, nestled near the legendary Cape Good Hope Cape Town is of great interest to tourists from all over the world. Even the architecture of the city itself is a popular tourist route. A vibrant mosaic of historic and ultra-modern buildings creates the unique flavor of Cape Town, as if walking through the city, you are traveling in time. This is especially noticeable when visiting the colorful Bo-Kaap area, where descendants of slaves live.
Wonderful climate natural wealth, excellent infrastructure will make your beach holiday unforgettable and will allow you to enjoy the surfing that is popular here. The best tourist spots in Cape Town are, of course, Table Mountain - the main lighthouse of sailors, Victoria and Alfred Harbor - the focus of shopping and entertainment centers of stunning beauty Botanical Garden Kirstenbosch, Aquarium of Two Oceans, featuring the inhabitants of the Atlantic and Indian oceans... Great amount cultural centers, national museums and art galleries, historical sites and sites will not let Cape Town's most discerning visitors get bored.

13. Impressive Cappadocia in Turkey

Cappadocia, Turkey / Flickr: aigle_dore

The fabulous Cappadocia, symbolized by mushrooms with caps, fully justifies its definition. Strange landscapes created volcanic eruptions and the weathering of rocks, seem unreal, come from childhood dreams. Imagine only the mysterious natural labyrinths in which the first Christians hid during the period of persecution, mountains and rocks in the form of cones, pyramids, stone pillars and freaks! Tourists will have to observe the bizarre landscapes of Cappadocia from the height of the flight to hot-air balloon... But the popularity of this place is also brought by the “Museum under open air", Which unites noteworthy travelers to ancient rock-cut churches and monasteries with preserved frescoes of times that have sunk into oblivion in some places.

14. Halong Bay in Vietnam

Halong Bay, Vietnam / Jetsetter

Ha Long Bay, beloved by tourists, is one of the most beautiful and mysterious places in the world covered with ancient legends. Two thousand stone blocks-islands, covered with luxurious greenery, are solemnly scattered over the amazing, emerald-colored water. A multitude of mesmerizing grottoes and caves, mirror lakes and waterfalls will amaze the imagination of even completely unromantic natures and set you in a contemplative mood. Delightful landscapes combined with a wonderful climate make for a relaxing holiday on the white beaches, water skiing or jet skiing, as well as provide excellent opportunities for camping and climbing.

15. Lake Tahoe in the USA

Lake Tahoe. California and Nevada, USA / Flickr: renotahoe

The most beautiful in North America Lake Tahoe, whose crystal clear blue waters do not freeze in winter, is surrounded by delightful landscapes mountain range Sierra Nevada. Coniferous forests and snow-capped rocks give the lake its unique charm. This lake district is famous for its beach and ski resorts, several national parks, where dozens of hiking trails for ecotourism lovers. Add to the natural resources a brilliantly developed infrastructure - and we have one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, where you can have a great rest at any time of the year.

16. Waterfall in Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia

Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia / Flickr: magnusvk

Plitvice Lakes National Park in Croatia belongs to the most amazing tourist destinations in the world. On an area of almost 30,000 hectares, 16 large and a huge number of small lakes, more than a hundred waterfalls and several dozen caves are picturesquely located. But the most striking sight is Big waterfall Sastavci The crystal waters of the Plitvice and Korana rivers from a 72-meter height rush down in polyphonic silver streams.

17. Blue Sea Nemophilus in Japan

Hitachi Seaside Park, Japan / Flickr: kobaken

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The most touching place in the world, awakening all the best, all pure in a person, is the Hitatchi National Seaside Park in Japan, which covers 120 hectares. There are no centuries-old trees or intricate shrubs - here all year round, replacing each other, delicate flowers reign. They are not collected in elegant flower beds, but planted in huge fields, which is why suddenly a person begins to feel himself not the master of nature, but its integral part. Amazingly, it was not the proud tulips and graceful poppies that brought world fame to the park, but millions of quivering nemophiles with airy petals that turn the earth into a blue ocean. Every year, Hitachi Park hosts an enchanting flower festival called Harmony of Nemophiles.

Today travels became very accessible. In the process of how residents different countries more and more turn into active tourists, it turns out that the delightful places where you can go - do not count.

Get inspired beautiful corners of our planet and think about what kind of travel you dream about. Surely there is a place here that will attract just you.

Places worth visiting

Temple of Angkor Wat- so expressive architectural monument that it is considered to be the eighth wonder of the world... The gigantic splendor of this building will amaze you with its sophisticated lines. What are the lotus-shaped towers!
The observation deck at the top of the 828 m high skyscraper is a really gorgeous view of the surroundings. This the highest building in the world it is called and it is located in Dubai.

Near Paris, near Palace of Versailles, there are wonderful labyrinths of gardens. Patterned alleys intertwine so beautifully that they make you want to go there for a walk right away.

A terrain similar to Mars. Arizona "wave"- sandy hills, they really resemble alien dunes. If you are there, you can confuse reality and a fictional fantasy world.

Park Guell — famous place in Barcelona. In this park, the famous architect Gaudí has embodied all his best architectural ideas, each building is a jewel.

Unrecoverable part Chinese Wall - huge mountains, overgrown with forest, on which a winding brick road surrounded by a wall is laid. The triumph of man over nature, to be sure. After all, the Wall can be seen even from the moon!

— beautiful island in Greece. The sunset there is simply magical, the light falls on the buildings so unusually - after all, they are all there predominantly of light colors, in the colors of the Greek flag.

- a city of concentration of different cultures. It is a great success to get to any mass holiday here. Imagine Queen's Day, when everyone goes outside, wearing orange-colored clothes, and having fun all night long.

Traveling in a houseboat is an original vacation. This type of tourist attraction is popular in the state Kerala, India. There are many crabs and other living creatures in the water, and the shores are full of exotic greenery.

Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California, USA causes an irresistible urge to ride a bike on it.

Rice terraces in the province Yunnan, China is another example of surrealism in nature. The view from the plane to this miracle is impressive.

In the rocks Valparaiso, Chile built amazing colorful houses. They are already quite dilapidated, but they please with their appearance. Boring architecture.

Macau famous for its casino hotels. It's not even entertainment industry, this is a whole art that knows how to attract people to itself with an outer gloss and a spirit of excitement.

Lavender fields Provence- heaven on earth. It's hard to imagine how intoxicating smell is there.

Hamlets Cinque Terre in Italy, they are striking in their layering, the houses are built on several floors and are an integral multi-colored picture.

Go diving by Bolshoi Barrier reef off the coast of Australia means admiring the wonderful coral rocks and observing a variety of fish, of which there are countless numbers.

Speaking of fish - try puffer fish in a city restaurant Tokyo- something like Russian roulette. This highly poisonous fish can be the last delicacy of your life.

A helicopter flight over, observing diverse buildings at a bird's eye view, over the world's most famous landmarks - this is an unforgettable experience.

Mount everest in the Himalayas, also known as Chomolungma - the highest Mountain peak Earth. In translation, the name of the mountain means "Divine". The beauty of the area and the mountain air attracts ordinary tourists, not only those who are going to conquer the highest mountain.

Sailing the boat through the streets, gazing into the windows of huge office centers, is an interesting experience.

Shades thermal pools v Yellowstone national park , USA - warm and autumnal at any time of the year. A very picturesque corner.

Queenstown, New Zealand — world capital adventure. Do you jump from a bridge or fly a biplane, or maybe find something even more risky?

A mining town in Namibia is almost buried under the sands. While it has not yet completely fallen asleep, this place is a lure for tourists who miss the desert views, so reminiscent of the "White Sun of the Desert."

Without exaggeration, the national pride is cherry blossoms in Kyoto, Japan. Fragrant delicate flowers enchant their charm, one of them drives you crazy.

Northern lights in Lapland- a spectacle from the category of "fairy tale becomes reality". Anyone who has seen it at least once will never be the same.

Goa beaches — a good choice for relax. There are people who idolize this place. It has a special flavor inherent in India and tropical countries at the same time.

Town Petra — oldest city Jordan carved into the rocks. An amazing place like nothing else.

South Beach in Miami- luxurious resort town, not only the focus of restaurants, shops and night parties, but also a clear, azure sea with a tropical sun. A brilliant destination for an exquisite stay.