Atsangvaras - the megalithic "dwarf fence" circles of Abkhazia
Many mountains in Abkhazia are interspersed with strange rectangular or circular stone structures, called “atsangvaras” – “dwarf fences” in Abkhazian. Legend says they were built by the…
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The red mountains of Jeti-Oguz
Jeti-Oguz, located 28 km west of Karakol, Kyrgyzstan, is a beautiful rock formation famous by its bright red color, healing springs, dark legends and natural beauty. Jeti-Oguz translates as The Valley…
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The largest cave monastery of Eastern Europe - Tipova monastery
Tipova monastery in Moldova is a magnificent cave complex, which was created in the 6th century in the cliffs above the Nistru river and reached its heyday in the 18th century.
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Swing at the edge of the world
Baños, Ecuador, has one breathtaking attraction - a swing at the end of the world, which will rock you at an altitude of 2660 meters above sea level. This one is not for the faint of heart.
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Paro Taktsang, the Tiger's Nest
Paro Taktsang is a monastery in Bhutan hanging on a precipitous cliff 3120 meters above sea level. It is considered one of the holiest places in Bhutan and is connected with the legend of Guru…
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Bektashi order of mount Tomorr
Bektashi is a relatively obscure Sufi order, which used to be spread out in the Middle Eastern area, but relocated to the territory of Albania due to historic events. Mount Tomorr, near Berat,…
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The Death Zone of Mount Everest
Everest has claimed the lives of nearly 200 people who lay on its slopes abandoned and marking the altitude for the ones who ruthlessly aim for the top.
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Unicorn Cave in Harz
Harz mountains were considered to be a dwelling of the unicorns since the olden days. Even now, people go to the Unicorn cave on Christmas in hopes to see one.
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The most dangerous hiking trail to Huashan Teahouse
One must really love tea mixed with adrenaline to enjoy the most dangerous hiking trail in the world, leading to Huashan Teahouse on top of the holy mountain Hua in China.
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