Tozeur is an oasis city in southwestern Tunisia, located on the northern edge of the Sahara near the vast salt lake of Chott el-Jerid. Its extensive date-palm groves create a green belt around a city otherwise surrounded by dry plains and desert landscapes. Tozeur is especially recognized for its distinctive brick architecture, with geometric patterns formed from small, locally made bricks decorating walls and gateways.
Watamu, located on Kenya’s picturesque coast, is a paradise for beach lovers and nature enthusiasts alike. Renowned for its pristine white-sand beaches and turquoise waters, Watamu is part of the Watamu Marine National Park, a protected area known for its vibrant coral reefs and rich marine biodiversity. The park is a haven for snorkeling and diving, with opportunities to see colorful fish, sea turtles, and even dolphins.
Mountain Zebra National Park lies in the Eastern Cape near Cradock, protecting a rugged section of the Great Karoo. The park’s landscape includes open grassland, rocky mountains, valleys, and dry plateaus, with vegetation adapted to the region’s semi-arid conditions. It was established to protect the Cape mountain zebra, a species that was once severely reduced in number.
Mount Lavinia Beach is a well-known urban beach just south of Colombo, Sri Lanka, stretching along the Indian Ocean beside the coastal suburb of Mount Lavinia. Its broad sandy shoreline and easy access from the capital make it a popular place for swimming, walking, watching sunsets, and informal gatherings. The beach sits beside a long-established residential and hotel district, so its surroundings combine everyday city life with a distinctly coastal setting. Fishing boats and seafood restaurant
The city of Canakkale lies at the narrow, 1,200 meter entrance to the Canakkale Strait that connects the Sea of Marmara and the Aegean. To honor the 500,000 soldiers who lost their lives at Gelibolu (Gallipoli), the peninsula was made into Gelibou Historical National Park.
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Eight-mile-long island, where a variety of water sports is available. Stroll the bustling port area, where hundreds of stores sell goods ranging from Columbian emeralds to imported fine china and porcelain.
Other Popular Destinations in Colombia
Cartagena
A true gem on the Caribbean coast, the port city of Cartagena (Cartagena de Indias) welcomes visitors with its charming old town, colonial buildings, and exceptional beaches. A popular cruise ship stop, many seafarers find themselves honorary Cartagenans, as they stroll shady, cobblestone lanes and gaze upon impressive churches.
Medellín
Nestled in the Aburrá Valley and surrounded by the Andes mountains, Medellín offers a stunning backdrop for visitors and boasts a pleasant climate year-round, earning it the nickname "City of Eternal Spring."