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- 16 Marpapillon in Amazing Places | NO COMMENTS
The best World Heritage Sites in the Philippines
Banaue Rice Terraces, photo by bertconcepts on Flickr
The Philippines might not look that huge on the map, but considering that the nation has over seven thousand islands and the longest coastline in the world, the Philippines has enough places to visit to last for a lifetime. Although it is the second largest archipelago in the world, the Philippines is quite far off the beaten path when it comes to tourism in Southeast Asia.
But for a backpacker or indie traveler, this is just as well, because you won’t have to brave the hordes in search of a place where you can relax. The Philippines is home to extraordinary natural beauty and an equally extraordinary culture, both of which have achieved several UNESCO titles. Find out more about this amazing country by visiting some of the best World Heritage Sites in the Philippines. …
- 08 Novandra88 in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The highest cities in the world (and why you should visit them)
Altitude comes with a lot of drawbacks: you have trouble breathing the thin air, you can get altitude sickness, and the weather is much colder than in the plains. But strangely enough people still live in these rather inhospitable conditions, and more than that, there are flourishing cities at heights where many people haven’t even been yet.
These cities prove that humans have an astonishing capacity to adapt, and more than that, to make a decent living among the clouds. So prepare to catch your breath and climb up to the highest cities in the world,because there’s no shortage of reasons why you should visit them. …
- 12 Septomtum in Travel Planning | NO COMMENTS
The best travel destinations in Uruguay
Montevideo
South America and ‘traveling’ in the same sentence rarely conjures up the name of Uruguay. This South American county is no on the major tourist circuits, the River of Colorful Birds (that’s what the country’s name means) is often called the South American equivalent of Switzerland, not because of how it looks, but how it works.
Uruguay is one of the best kept secrets in South America, which has more to offer than it is given credit for. Pristine beaches and friendly cities aside, there’s a lot going on in Uruguay that can interest tourists from all over the world. To give you a taste of this amazing country, here are the best travel destinations in Uruguay. …
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