Tag: India

Dos du Dragon, which translates to “Dragon’s Back,” is a striking and picturesque natural rock formation located on the northern coast of Grande Comore, the largest island in the Union…

Mount Ntringui is the highest peak on the island of Anjouan, the second largest and most populous island in the Union of the Comoros. Reaching an elevation of 1,595 meters…

Lac Niamawi, also known as Lac Salé (“Salt Lake”), is a small but stunningly beautiful saltwater crater lake located on the northern coast of Grande Comore, the largest island in…

Mount Karthala is a large, active shield volcano that forms the highest point of the Comoros archipelago, reaching an elevation of 2,361 meters (7,746 feet). Located on the southern end…

Chor Minor (Чор Минор), meaning “Four Minarets” in Persian, is one of the most charming, unusual, and beloved architectural monuments in Bukhara, Uzbekistan. Built in 1807, this small, picturesque structure…

The Gur-e-Amir (Гўри Амир) is the magnificent mausoleum of the great 14th-century conqueror Timur (also known as Tamerlane) in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Its name translates from Persian to “Tomb of the…

Ajina-Tepa (Аҷинатеппа), which translates to “Devil’s Hill” or “Hill of the Evil Spirit,” is the ruin of a large and historically significant Buddhist monastery located in the Vakhsh Valley of…

Katara Cultural Village, often referred to simply as Katara, is a purpose-built development in Doha, Qatar, dedicated to celebrating and promoting global arts and heritage. Opened in 2010, its name…

The Museum of Islamic Art (MIA) in Doha is one of the world’s leading institutions dedicated to the art of the Islamic world. Housed in an architectural masterpiece, it sits…

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is a magnificent and iconic mosque located in Abu Dhabi, the capital city of the United Arab Emirates. It is the country’s largest mosque and…

Al Fateh Grand Mosque (Arabic: مسجد الفاتح; transliterated: Masjid al-Fatih), also known as Al-Fateh Islamic Center, is one of the largest and most prominent mosques in the world. Located in…

The Grand Mosque of Kuwait (Al-Masjid Al-Kabir) is the largest and official mosque in Kuwait City. Completed in 1986, it stands as a majestic testament to Islamic faith and a…

Al Mubarakiya Souq is a historic and vibrant traditional market located in the heart of Kuwait City. As one of the oldest souqs in Kuwait, it served as a central…

Socotra, locally known as Saqatri, is a Yemeni island in the Indian Ocean, situated between the Guardafui Channel and the Arabian Sea. It’s globally recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage…

The Old City of Sana’a, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the world’s oldest continuously inhabited cities. Nestled in a mountain valley at an altitude of approximately 2,200m…

The Land of Frankincense, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, encompasses several historical and natural locations in Oman’s Dhofar region. This area dramatically illustrates the ancient trade of frankincense, a…

The Ancient City of Qalhat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a fascinating archaeological ruin on Oman’s eastern coast. Once a pivotal port city of the Kingdom of Hormuz, it…

The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is a magnificent contemporary Islamic architectural marvel located in Muscat, the capital city of Oman. Commissioned by Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said, it was…

Old Kandahar City Ruins, locally known as Zorr Shaar, are the historical remains of the ancient city of Kandahar in southern Afghanistan. This archaeological site is a profound testament to…

The Gardens of Babur, also known as Bagh-e Babur, is a historic park and the final resting place of Zahir-ud-Din Muhammad Babur, the founder of the Mughal Empire. Located in…

The Archaeological Remains of the Bamiyan Valley are an extraordinary and deeply significant cultural landscape in the central highlands of Afghanistan. This UNESCO World Heritage site is a powerful testament…

The Minaret and Archaeological Remains of Jam are an extraordinary archaeological site located in a remote and rugged valley in western Afghanistan. Its centerpiece, the Minaret of Jam, is a…

Al-Balad, also known as Historic Jeddah, is a captivating historical district located in the city of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Its name, “Al-Balad,” simply means “the town,” a testament to its…

Phobjikha Valley, often referred to as Gangtey Valley, is a breathtaking, bowl-shaped glacial valley nestled in the heart of Bhutan. It is a pristine and ecologically significant region, famous for…

Kyichu Lhakhang, (also known as Kyerchu Temple or Lho Kyerchu), is a profoundly sacred and historically significant Buddhist temple situated in the picturesque Paro Valley of Bhutan. Dating back to…

The National Memorial Chorten, often referred to as the Thimphu Chorten, is one of the most iconic and visible religious landmarks in Thimphu, Bhutan’s capital city. This revered Buddhist stupa…

Tashichho Dzong, officially known as “The Fortress of the Glorious Religion,” is a majestic and imposing fortress-monastery located in Thimphu, the capital city of Bhutan. It serves as the spiritual…

Punakha Dzong, officially known as Pungtang Dewa Chhenbi Phodrang (meaning “the palace of great happiness or bliss”), is arguably the most magnificent and historically significant fortress-monastery in Bhutan. Its breathtaking…

“Manta Ray Reef” isn’t a single, universally recognized “wonder” location on its own. Instead, it refers to specific underwater reef sites around the world that are famous for reliable and…

Lumbini, located in the Terai plains of southern Nepal, is a profoundly sacred site revered by Buddhists worldwide as the birthplace of Siddhartha Gautama, the Lord Buddha. More than just…