Lomé, the capital city of Togo, sits along the Gulf of Guinea and serves as both the political and cultural heart of the country. Lomé’s coastline features beaches where locals gather and where visitors can enjoy views of the Atlantic Ocean.
Angkor Wat, located near Siem Reap in Cambodia, is a mesmerizing testament to the grandeur of the Khmer Empire and one of the world's most remarkable archaeological sites. Built in the early 12th century by King Suryavarman II, Angkor Wat was originally dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu but later became a Buddhist temple.
Seen from the train, Durham presents a magnificent sight, with cathedral and castle perched atop a bluff enclosed by a loop of the River Wera, and linked to the suburbs by a series of sturdy bridges.
Morondava is a coastal town in western Madagascar and the capital of the Menabe region. Located along the Mozambique Channel, it serves as a base for exploring the dry landscapes and wildlife of western Madagascar. The town is closely associated with the Avenue of the Baobabs, one of the country’s best-known natural landmarks, and with the dry forests around Kirindy. Morondava’s setting is shaped by sandy coastal areas, river systems, dry woodland, and open plains.
Udawalawe National Park, located in southern Sri Lanka, is one of the country’s best places to see wild elephants in their natural environment. Established in 1972, the park protects an important watershed area around the Udawalawe Reservoir and provides a sanctuary for hundreds of elephants, which can often be seen roaming in herds across the open grasslands.
Limestone cliffs and blue waters along the Great Australian Bight in South Australia.
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Rugged coastal cliffs overlooking the blue waters of the Great Australian Bight.
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A panoramic view across the Great Australian Bight from the Head of the Bight.
Photo Credit: Holly Randell
Stretching along Australia’s remote southern coast, the Great Australian Bight is a vast sweep of ocean bordered by the arid Nullarbor Plain and dramatic limestone cliffs. Its rugged shoreline, clear blue waters and expansive coastal views create one of Australia’s most striking natural landscapes. The region is also an important marine habitat, with southern right whales gathering near the Head of the Bight during their winter breeding season.