The futuristic flying saucer shaped restaurant and observation deck is the bridge’s most notable feature and why it is unofficially referred to as the UFO Bridge. The Most Slovenskeho Narodneho Povstania or Most SNP for short was built between 1967 and 1972 and stretches over the Danube River connecting the two halves of modern day…
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Providence Canyon State Park is known as Georgia’s “Little Grand Canyon”. Providence Canyon State Park covers 1,108 acres in southwestern Georgia and contains a series of 16 canyons. Overall, Providence Canyon is 150 deep and 300 feet wide. The canyon can easily be enjoyed from the rim trail that circles 9 of the canyons. The…
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The water village of Kamponf Ayer was founded at least 1000 years ago and is considered the largest stilt settlement in the world with around 30,000 people making their home above the water. Kampong Ayer is a community of houses that are built along both banks of the Brunei River on the outskirts of the…
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Karlstejn Castle is the most visited and one of the most beautiful castles in the Czech Republic. Karlstejn Castle is a fortress on a cliff above the River Berounka in central Bohemia of the Czech Republic, about 30 km southwest of Prague. Charles IV, King of Bohemia, built this medieval castle from 1348 to 1357…
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The Beavertail Lighthouse was built in 1749 and is the third lighthouse to be built in the country. The Beavertail Lighthouse is located at the southern tip of Conanicut Island in Jamestown, Rhode Island and was previously known as the Newport Light. The British destroyed the original building in 1779 when they retreated from Rhode…
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Cowrie Island is one of the most popular islands in Honda Bay. The island is named after the family of marine mollusk with smooth and polished shells called “cowries”. Cowrie Island is a small paradise island located near the east coast of Palawan Island, Philippines. The island is surrounded by white sand beaches with large…
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The London Eye was built to celebrate the millennium in 2000 and was originally known as the Millennium Wheel. It has now become an iconic symbol of the city of London. The London Eye is a giant Ferris wheel that is located on the South Bank of the River Thames in London, England. The leisurely…
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Fort Fujairah is the oldest and largest fort in the United Arab Emirates. Fort Fujairah is located between the Arabian Sea and the Hajar Mountains in the city of Fujairah, United Arab Emirates. The fort was constructed between the years of 1500 and 1550 and was renovated between 1650 and 1700 which makes the fort…
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APAC Park has cultural art sculptures representing the member countries of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APAC) and has become a place for local cultural, artistic and other activities. The APEC Park is located in a triangle piece of land on the banks of the Han River, near the Dragon Bridge and the Museum of Cham…
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Proboscis Monkeys are known as long-nosed monkeys and live on the island of Borneo in the coastal mangroves or forest area along rivers. Proboscis Monkeys are endemic to the jungles of Borneo. They live along the island’s river channels, coastal mangroves and swamps. They are highly arboreal, staying almost exclusively in the trees and will…
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Victuals Market was originally a farmers market but it has now turned into one of the top sights in the center of Munich. Victuals Market is located in the heart of Munich’s historic city center. It received is name from the Latin word “victus” which is synonymous for food. The market has transitioned from a…
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Big Bend National Park is one of the few place left in the United States where you can completely get away from man-made influences. Big Bend National Park is one of the most remote national parks in the United States. It is located in the middle of the Chihuahuan Desert with its southern border being…
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