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Very Rare Natural Beauty. This is a list of the most original of which are specific for its natural beauty, some demographic characteristics, and some of the tourist features. Were taken into account only to sovereign states. A country with 3 million lakes – Canada. In Canada, there are more than 60 percent of lakes in the world, they are so numerous that their exact number is unknown. In some regions, for every 100 square meters. km for more than 30 lakes. Indonesia consists of more than 17 500 islands with a total coastline of 81,350 km. The World’s Biggest Cave Found In Vietnam (13 Pics) April 25, 2011 | 11 Comments » | Topics: Pics More info at National Geographic Hot Stories From Around The Web Other Awesome Stories.

The World’s Biggest Cave Found In Vietnam (13 Pics)

Unique lake Hamilton Pool. Hamilton Pool (Pool Gameltona) was formed when the cave collapsed underground river over a thousand years ago, when this was created by the waterfall and grotto, where you can swim.

Unique lake Hamilton Pool

Hamilton Pool is a perfect example of a typical geology Balcones Canyonlands and Edwards Plateau. The pool is located near the Pedernales River and Hamilton Creek in southwest Travis County. There is evidence of Tonkawa and Apache tribes, it is a very old lake in these neighborhoods. Tribal interest was drawn to this place because of its lush vegetation, abundant wildlife and the natural shelter provided by the grotto. In 1860, Morgan C. In 1880 the family bought this place Reimer in Hamilton to raise cattle here, and sheep. Hamilton Creek flows over a cliff and falls from 18 meters to the pool. In 1985, Travis County has recognized this and bought 232 acres of land at Reimers. Most Fascinating Geological Wonders On Earth. Mar 08, 2011 / Category : Misc / 37 Comments This planet we live on offers us beauty beyond words.

Most Fascinating Geological Wonders On Earth

Every country has its own special region that takes your breath away with the magnificence of it. Here we can see some places that are a geological wonder that you may know about already, or maybe not? Antelope Canyon, Arizona, USA Antelope Canyon is one of the world's most beautiful canyons. Pamukkale, Turkey These stunning terraces of water are found in Pamukkale Turkey and were shaped from a substance called travertine, which forms from the build-up of sediments of calcium carbonate deposited in water from hot springs.

The Wave, Arizona, USA. 6 most beautiful lakes in the world. Amazing places that you should see at list once in your life. 1.

6 most beautiful lakes in the world

Wuhua Hai lake or lake 5 flowers. Best Cheap Backpacking. Best Cheap Backpacking is one of the most fun adventures you can find.

Best Cheap Backpacking

People for years have enjoyed grabbing a map, some good friends, and their gear and setting out to an unknown destination. Also, it is one of the best economical ways to vacation. With these top ten places to backpack, you will be seeing the world without dipping too far into your bank account, so don't worry about burning through the cash. With some good friends get ready for fun. Grab your stuff and let's go! An Unknown Destination Best Cheap Backpacking, India Backpacking India is inexpensive and easy. Backpacking India Many touring guides appeal to college travelers and backpacker's hostels are located in all the major cities as well. Taj Mahal in India Morocco Camels plus lots of sand equals a fun and unique time.

Date Palms in the Draa Valley, Morocco Best Cheap Backpacking, Brazil There are many more things to see here, yet places like Rio de Janeiro draw tourists in. Ipanema Beach, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Portugal Peru. The Edge of the Earth - DOCUMENTARY. President of Ireland Michael D. Higgins goes off on tea-bagger... Skellig Michael – Mysterious Monastery in the Atlantic. Nine miles off the coast of County Kerry in the west of Ireland there are two small rocky islands peeking out of the Atlantic Ocean.

Skellig Michael – Mysterious Monastery in the Atlantic

The larger of the two, Skellig Michael, is home to something quite extraordinary – a 1400 year old monastery which only a handful of people get to see each year. As you approach the island there is little, seemingly, to notice. Yet closer inspection reveals the tell tale criss-cross of manmade paths. Who could possibly have wanted to live here – and when? It is thought that the monastery of Skellig Michael was founded at some point in the seventh century and monastic life persisted there for over 600 years. The name of the island is taken from the Irish language and means Michael’s Rock. It is easy to imagine the early Irish Christian monks leading their extraordinarily spartan day to day existence here – to say that life would have been harsh for them is something of an understatement.

The 10 Least Visited National Parks - 10 Hidden Gem National Parks. Looking for sunken pirate ships and lost treasure?

The 10 Least Visited National Parks - 10 Hidden Gem National Parks

Civil War history buff? Really into masonry? If any of these apply to you, then Dry Tortugas National Park is the park for you. Seventy miles west of Key West are the Dry Tortugas islands, so-called because they lack surface fresh water ("dry") and Ponce de Leon caught a lot of sea turtles ("tortugas") here in the 1500s. The centerpiece of the park is Fort Jefferson, a behemoth brick fortress originally intended to protect the U.S. from Gulf Coast invaders (namely pirates), but also used as a Union stronghold during the Civil War.