Showing posts with label bizarre travel destinations. Show all posts
Showing posts with label bizarre travel destinations. Show all posts

Sunday, October 2, 2011

The World’s Oldest Fountains But Still Grandiose and Beautiful

In Europe, you’ll find the oldest but still beautiful and captivating fountains. These tourist attractions were built hundreds of years ago but still they are functional and continue to attract visitors. Take a look at the oldest and grandiose fountains in the world.

1.) Versailles Fountain – Versailles, France



One of the most stunning falls in the world is the Versailles Fountain which is part of the Gardens of Versailles. This awesome garden is 800 hectares in area in which most of its landscapes are in the classic French Garden style.

2.) Samson and the Lion Fountain – Saint Petersburg, Russia


The captivating Samson and the Lion Fountain is located in front of the magnificent Peterhof Palace in St. Petersburg, Russia.



Samson and the Lion Fountain were created between 1800 and 1802.



The Peterhof Palace is a series of palaces and gardens located in St. Petersburg, Russia. Peterhof is Dutch or German for "Peter’s Court". These structures were laid out on the orders of Peter the Great.



These Palaces and gardens are sometimes referred as the "Russian Versailles". This awesome site was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

3.) Le Cento Fontane (The Hundred Fountains) – Tivoli, Italy


La Cento Fontane or The Hundred Fountains are located in Villa Este, Tivoli in Italy.

4.) Villa d'Este Fountain – Tivoli, Italy


The majestic Villa d'Este Fountain is located at Tivoli, near Rome, Italy. It is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is considered as a fine example of Italian Renaissance garden and Renaissance architecture.

5.) Tyler Davidson Fountain – Ohio, USA


The Tyler Davidson Fountain is a statue and fountain located in Cincinnati, Ohio. This impressive structure is regarded as the symbol of the city and one of the most-visited attractions in the area. It was dedicated in 1871 and is the centerpiece of Fountain Square. The fountain is turned off each winter and turned on again in April for the first home game of Major League Baseball’s Cincinnati Reds, the oldest professional baseball team.

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Sunday, August 14, 2011

The Most Spectacular Waterfalls of Europe


Europe is one of the most visited continents in the world. European countries are among the wealthiest in the world. Europe is known for its centuries old castles and buildings but at the same time it is famous for the many wonderful and beautiful and scenic natural attractions.

There are numerous waterfalls in Europe. Here are the most impressive waterfalls in the continent.

*Cascate delle Marmore – Italy


The beautiful Cascata delle Marmore is known in English as Marmore's Falls. Although it is not a natural attraction because it is a manmade waterfall, I included it on the list because it doesn’t look like a man-made waterfall at all. This 165 meter tall attraction was created by the ancient Romans. It is the tallest man-made waterfall in the world and one of the tallest in Europe.

1.) Skradinski Buk – Croatia


Skradinski Buk is a captivating waterfall on the Krka River in Croatia. This 45 meter tall waterfall is part of the Krka National Park, a park which was formed to protect the Krka River and is intended primarily for scientific, cultural, educational, recreational, and tourism activities.

2.) Skogafoss – Iceland


Skogafoss is one of the most beautiful waterfalls not only in Iceland but in the entire European continent. One of the biggest in the country, this 60 meter tall waterfall consistently produces a single or double rainbow due to the amount of spray.

3.) Plitvice Falls – Croatia


The mesmerizing Plitvice Waterfalls on the Plitvice Lakes is part of the Plitvice Lakes National Park of Croatia. They are the highest waterfalls in Croatia with a height of 78 meters. The park is one of Croatia’s major tourist attractions.

4.) Keila Waterfall – Estonia


The beautiful Keila Waterfall, known in the Estonian language as: Keila juga, lies on the Keila River. It is only 6 meters in height but it is one of the most powerful waterfalls in the country with a width of about 70 meters.

5.) Pliva Waterfall – Bosnia and Herzegovina



The Pliva Waterfall is a 30 meter tall waterfall in the town of Jaice in Bosnia and Herzegovina. It is located in the Pliva River where it meets the Vrbas River. This natural beauty, which is located in the middle of the town, is the 6th largest waterfall in the world and is considered as the 12th most beautiful in the world.

6.) Duden Waterfalls – Turkey



Turkey is not only known for its many historic sites as tourist destinations. It is also famous for its natural attractions such as the Duden Waterfalls, a group of waterfalls in Antalya province. These waterfalls lie on the Duden River.

7.) Dettifoss – Iceland


The magnificent Dettifoss in Iceland is the largest waterfall in Europe. It is 100 meters in width and has a drop of 44 meters. In terms of volume discharge, the waterfall has an average water flow of 200m³/s.

8.) Valaste Waterfall – Estonia


Valaste Waterfall is another beautiful waterfall located in Estonia. It is known in the Estonian language as Valaste juga. This astonishing waterfall is thye country’s tallest waterfall with a height of 30.5 meters. This popular tourist attraction is situated between Ontika and Valaste in the Kohtla Parish of the Ida-Viru County.

9.) Smolare Waterfall – Macedonia


Smolare Waterfall is a beautiful waterfall in Macedonia. It is the country’s tallest waterfall with a height of 39.5 meters. This popular natural attraction of Macedonia is located above the village of Smolare in the Municipality of Novo Selo.

10.) Cascade del Serio – Italy


Cascate del Serio or Serio Falls in English are the tallest waterfall in Italy. It is also one of the tallest waterfalls in Europe. These falls in the upper Valle Seriana, Bergamo province in Lombardy have 3 main steps with a total of 315 meters.

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Wednesday, August 10, 2011

The Island Paradise of Panglao: Beautiful Philippine Island

Panglao is one of the many beautiful island paradises in the Philippines. It is located in the Central Visayas region and has an area of 80.5 km².  Panglao is part of the province of Bohol, where the impressive Chocolate Hills are located



This beautiful island can be reach via Panglao Island International Airport soon. The island is being fully developed as an alternative tourist destination for the more popular and world-class Boracay Island.

Here are some of the most notable tourist attractions of the island of Panglao.

Alona Beach


Alona Beach is a captivating beach resort in the municipality of Panglao Bohol. The island is one of of the top tourist destinations in the Philippines and is well-known for its beautiful dive spots and its coral reef. There are also numerous islets ideal for beach bathing like the islets of Gak-ang and Pontod.

Tours can be organized at the pristine Alona Beach. The dive sites that can be found on the northwest tip of the Panglao Island are Doljo Beach, Napaling and Puntod. These sites are deep and the currents are strong.

 Panglao Island Nature Resort


Another tourist destination in Panglao is the Panglao Island Nature Resort.

Bohol Beach Club


Bohol Beach Club is a notable tourist spot in Panglao Island. It features a 1.5 kilometer beach shoreline that provides a pristine beauty of what the island offers. It also boasts of the presence of one of the most beautiful dive spots that carries a glimpse of an awesome sea world treat.

Panglao Church


The church of Panglao is another tourist destination in the island.

Hinagdanan Cave


Hinagdanan Cave is a geological wonder in the island of Panglao. This naturally lighted cavern is one of the largest in Southeast Asia. It has deep lagoon and many large stalactites and stalagmites. The cave’s underground lake is a popular swimming spot.

Dauis Church


The island of Panglao is composed of two municipalities – Panglao and Dauis. Dauis' major tourist attractions are Our Lady of Assumption Church and Hinagdanan Falls. Dauis Church, which was built during the Spanish Era is locally known as Señora de la Asunción.

Bohol Plaza Resort


Bohol Plaza Resort is located in the town of Dauis, Bohol.

Map of Bohol showing the location of PanglaoImage via Wikipedia



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