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New 7 Wonders Foundation announced the new 7 wonders of the world, based on the first count of vote results announced at the N7W headquarters in Zurich on 11/11/11. The process of confirming the provisional New 7 Wonders of Nature results is now underway. 1. Iguazu Falls
The New 7 Wonders of the World
9 Unique & Unusual Travel Destinations
A big part of travel is that feeling you get when experiencing something completely new, something you haven't seen or done before. Many travel destinations offer an amenity or two that other places don't - but there are only a few locations in the world that offer a truly unique experience. Here are some places that could be a reference for your vacation.
Water villages are settlements that are usually built on the water. Houses often float on the water or are located on stilts and rarely on small islands. This is a list of water villages, which are becoming increasingly popular tourist destinations . 1. Ko Panyi, Thailand Ko Panyi is a fishing village in Phang Nga Province, Thailand notable for being built on stilts by Indonesian fishermen. The population consists of roughly 200 families or between 1,500 and 2,000 people descended from 2 seafaring Muslim families from Java.
10 Incredible Water Towns & Villages
List Of 11 Most Spectacular Natural Bridges And Arches
Rainbow Bridge National Monument is administered by Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, southern Utah, USA . Rainbow Bridge is often described as the world's highest natural bridge. The span of Rainbow Bridge was reported in 1974 by the Bureau of Reclamation to be 275 feet (84 m), but a laser measurement in 2007 has resulted in a span of 234 feet (71 m). At the top it is 42 feet (13 m) thick and 33 feet (10 m) wide. 3.
Treetop walkways or canopy walkways are bridges between and in the canopy of a forest, mostly linked up with platforms inside or around the trees. Early walkways consisted of bridges between trees in the canopy of a forest; mostly linked up with platforms inside or around the trees. They were originally intended as access to the upper regions of ancient forests for scientists conducting canopy research. Today they serve as ecotourism attractions , which are becoming increasingly popular around the world .
10 Amazing Treetop Walkways Around the World
There are thousands of paths around the globe known for their natural environment and breathtaking views, but there aren't many of paths that are unique. Many people around the world come to these places to enjoy the beautiful and unique paths. Enjoy a walk with us, through the most beautiful and unique paths from around the World . 1. Wisteria Tunnel, Japan
8 of the Most Unique Paths in the World
1. Lakes of Varying Colors - Kelimutu Lakes, Indonesia Kelimutu is a volcano, close to the town of Moni in central Flores Island of Indonesia containing three summit crater lakes of varying colors. The first lake is named Tiwu Ata Mbupu (lake of people spirits), the second is named Tiwu Nuwa Muri Koo Fai (lake of young people spirits), and the third is Tiwu Ata Polo (lake of fortune tellers spirits).
Unique & Bizarre Lakes From Around the World
6 Rivers Amazing Colors
1. Black colour - Rio Negro Rio Negro is the largest left tributary of the Amazon and the largest blackwater river in the world.While the name Rio Negro means Black River, its waters are not exactly black; they are similar in color to strong tea. The dark color comes from humic acid from incomplete breakdown of phenol-containing vegetation from sandy clearings. The river's name arises from the fact that it looks black from afar. It has its sources along the watershed between the Orinoco and the Amazon basins, and also connects with the Orinoco by way of the Casiquiare canal .
10 World's Tallest Waterfalls
1. Angel Falls, Venezuela Angel Falls is a waterfall in Venezuela.It is the world's highest waterfall, with a height of 979 m ( 3,212 ft ) and a plunge of 807 m (2,648 ft). The waterfall drops over the edge of the Auyantepui mountain in the Canaima National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site in the Gran Sabana region of Bolívar State, Venezuela.The height of the fall is so great that, before getting anywhere near the ground, much of the water is evaporated or carried away as a fine mist by the strong wind. The base of the falls feeds into the Kerep River (alternatively known as the Río Gauya), which flows into the Churun River, a tributary of the Carrao River.9 Rivers of Superlatives
There are hundreds of rivers in the world. Some are remarkable for their length or width, others are popular for their panorama or color... This is a list of rivers that are champions in their categories . 1.Oceania
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