Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, located in southwestern Uganda, is one of the most biodiverse and awe-inspiring ecosystems on the planet. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is perhaps best known for being home to nearly half of the world’s population of endangered mountain gorillas. Trekking through the dense foliage of this ancient rainforest to catch a glimpse of these majestic creatures in their natural habitat is a life-changing experience for many travelers.
Dominican Republic comprises the eastern two-thirds of the island of Hispaniola. Haiti bound on the north by the Atlantic Ocean; on the east by the Mona Passage; on the south by the Caribbean Sea; and on the west the country.
This pleasant port town provides a nice, calmer contrast to bustling Rome, so travelers are advised to not simply pass through, but linger and discover more of Civitavecchia. Explore Forte Michelangelo, shop at Corso Centocelle, see the neoclassical Trajan Theatre, and delve into the therapeutic Taurine Baths of Civitavecchia.