Londonderry, often called Derry, is a city steeped in history and charm, uniquely surrounded by remarkably well-preserved 17th-century walls. In fact, it holds the title of being the only completely walled city in all of Ireland. Strolling along these ancient ramparts offers visitors not only a glimpse into the past but also breathtaking panoramic views of the winding River Foyle and the lively streets below.
Traditionally regarded as the highest navigable body of water in the world (in reality there are higher lakes in Chile and Peru), Lake Titicaca is immense: its dimensions measure 233km from north-west to south-east and 97km from north-east to south-west. The lake has an indented shoreline, 36 islands and exceptionally clear sapphire-blue water.
Española Island lies in the southeastern part of the Galápagos archipelago. Highlights of this tropical paradise include Punta Suarez, a popular scenic point for bird watching, and the beaches of Bahía Gardner on the island's north coast.
Naivasha, a charming town in Kenya's Rift Valley, offers a unique blend of natural beauty and cultural experiences. At the heart of this area is Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake renowned for its abundant birdlife and picturesque scenery. Visitors can embark on boat rides to spot hippos and various bird species, including the elusive African fish eagle.
Mongolia has a harsh climate, with temperatures ranging between -15° and -30° C (-5° and -22° F) in winter and 10° and 26.7° C (50° and 80° F) in summer. Winters are dry, and summer rainfall seldom exceeds 380 mm (15 in) in the mountains and 125 mm (5 in) in the desert. Mongolia's capital and largest city Ulaanbaater, includes many points of interest: Mongolia's State Archives and State Public Library, which contains about 3 million volumes; the State Central Museum, which contains art treasures and antiquities; the Fine Arts Museum, with a collection of painting and sculpture; two museums with items from the revolutionary movement; and the Museum of Religion, with a collection of Lamaist relics.