The Lonely Planet travel site proposes 10 of the world’s most fascinating and different experiences that every traveler wants to achieve. 1. Learn the mystery of the ancient citadel of Petra (Jordan)
Ruins named “Treasures” at Petra “The Lost City” Petra is a famous World Heritage Site in Jordan. Petra was built by the ancient Nabateans – a brilliant civilization of merchants and craftsmen. This was once a stopover on a trade route between Arab oases. To date, the cause of Petra’s demise remains a mystery. What remains are the ruins over an area of 260 square kilometers, and the most famous is the Al Khazneh (“Treasure”) relic, carved right into the mountainside. Because mountains surround the city, visitors have to pass through a steep, dark and narrow canyon to get inside. 2. Galápagos – island of exotic creatures (Ecuador) The Galápagos agos The Galápagos Islands are more than 900km from the mainland. It is famous for its large number of endemic species, once studied by Charles Darwin, which was the basis for the inception of Darwin’s theory of evolution. Here, iguanas can swim, turtles live for nearly 200 years, cormorants cannot fly, and there are many other rare endemic creatures. Charles Darwin discovered that the wildlife here evolved independently of the rest of the Earth, with many unique species nowhere to be found. Therefore, this archipelago has become an ideal evolutionary research model of scientists and is also an extremely attractive ecotourism destination. 3. Learn about the life of Anangu (Australia) Uluru rock At sunset, Uluru rock looks like a ship burning in the desert. Nearly 350m high, lying alone in the desert, Ururu can be seen from a distance of many kilometers. The Anangu people considered this place a sacred place – the dwelling place of ancestral spirits; At the same time, they oppose tourism development because they are worried that the rocky mountains will be damaged. Since 2017, visitors have been allowed to climb the mountain by the government. However, tourists often have other options, including walking to explore nature, sacred lakes, watching kangaroos and learning about the lives of indigenous people. 4. Live slowly in the Okavango River Delta (Botswana) Okavango River Delta The Okavango Delta is home to many wildlife, making it a top tourist attraction in Africa. An estimated 200,000 animals are seasonal, in and around the delta. Some endangered species such as the African wild dog still exist. Flood waters from the Okavango River create immense waters and a very unique ecosystem. The canoe mokoro take visitors quietly through the canals, trees to immerse themselves in nature, listen to the sounds of birds and animals. The team when the silence was broken, when the herds of elephants or buffalo massively cross the swamp. Many tourists also camped and slept in the wilderness. 5. Explore Yellowstone National Park (USA) Yellowstone National Park Yellowstone is the world’s first and oldest national park, famous for its wildlife and thermal sites, especially the Old Faithful geyser. The waters here are still active and erupting continuously, creating unique landscapes. Yellowstone allows hiking, camping, boating, fishing and sightseeing. The concrete roads are built to the main geothermal areas for sightseeing, along with many lakes and waterfalls. In winter, people usually go to the park with sleds. However, visitors should note because grizzly bears here are very aggressive and can attack humans. 6. Make wishes in Lake Bled (Slovenia) The church on Lake Bled The scenery at Bled Lake is breathtakingly picturesque, formed by geological tectonics and glaciers. In the middle of the lake is a small island, there is a church built in the 17th century. At the church there is a wish bell, placed here in the 18th century, it is said that wishes will come true if you shake it up. In addition to the church, which is often crowded and many couples choose to have a wedding, visitors can also rent a boat to float on the lake, dive into the water or relax at the beautiful resorts along the lake. The resorts here are highly appreciated for their eco-design and environmental friendliness. 7. Listen to the Iguazu waterfall (Argentina-Brazil border) Waterfalls Iguazú As the natural border between Argentina and Brazil, Iguazu falls with 275 small falls create a stunning and majestic scene. The space around the waterfall is wide and airy to help visitors have a panoramic view, and even hear the sound of water pouring from a distance of nearly 3km. Visiting the waterfall from the Brazilian side, visitors can walk along the canyon or observe in a helicopter. However, the Argentine side has banned helicopter tours, so visitors will go by trail about 1 km or take a boat or rubber boat to admire the waterfall from the base of the falls. Along the tour, people can admire the rare animals of the national park such as cheetahs, butterflies, raccoons, Prego monkeys, coral snakes, Toucan birds, parrots, Caiman crocodiles … 8. Tracing the gods in the temple complex of Angkor (Cambodia) Angkor temple complex This Cambodian temple complex is the largest religious monument in the world, a symbol of human ingenuity and talent. . The temple’s architecture represents Mount Meru, home of the Hindu gods of legend. The temple is admired for its grandeur and harmony of architecture, the abundance of sculptural art, and the large number of gods adorned on its stone walls. In addition, it is also famous for Bayon Temple, Ta Prohm pagoda, stone Buddha statues and more than 1,000 temples of different sizes and shapes with Khmer architectural style. These monuments are often very touristy, so many people choose to go in the low season (rainy season) to have satisfactory photos. Angkor is most beautiful at dawn or sunset, morning tours also help you avoid the heat and enjoy the fresh air. 9) Walking around the muíSalar de Uyuni (Bolivia) The world’s largest mirror in Salar de Uyuni salt lake After each rain, the layer of water left on the Salar de Uyuni salt lake forms a giant mirror that reflects the image of the sky and creates a stunning scene. The salt crust is several meters thick and extremely flat, making the salt lake the largest mirror in the world, with a diameter of more than 129 kilometers. During the dry season, you can visit the salty island – the remains of an ancient volcano that was submerged. Also nearby is an old train cemetery with many abandoned trains. 10. Sipping a cup of tea after trekking Annapurna (Nepal) Trekking road around the Annapurna mountains Trekking (hiking, exploration) around the Annapurna mountains is one of the most fascinating trails in the world – challenging and inspiring. This road crosses two different riverside valleys, surrounding the Annapurna mountain range up to a height of more than 5,000 meters at the top of the snow-white Thorung La Pass, touching the edge of the Tibetan Plateau. The trail passes through many preserved villages, from lowland Hindu settlements to the village of Manang of Tibetan descent. Visitors can admire the Tilicho glacial lake, the ancient temples and majestic of the Himalaya mountain range. No one wants to be in a hurry at that beautiful view. The best feeling was after the journey, slowly enjoying the local tea and cake.
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