Tag: Island

Lake Dzia Landze (sometimes written as Dzialandzé) is a beautiful freshwater crater lake located in the mountainous interior of Anjouan, the second-largest island in the Union of the Comoros. Nestled…

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…

Karakul, or “Black Lake” in the Turkic languages, is a vast and stunningly beautiful high-altitude lake located in the stark, desolate landscape of the Eastern Pamir Mountains in Tajikistan. It…

The Bektau-Ata Tract is a stunning and otherworldly mountain oasis that rises dramatically from the flat, arid steppe of central Kazakhstan. This unique natural monument is an un-erupted volcano, a…

The Lala Mustafa Pasha Mosque, originally the Cathedral of Saint Nicholas, is the largest and most magnificent medieval building in Famagusta, Northern Cyprus. It stands as a breathtaking masterpiece of…

Agia Kyriaki Chrysopolitissa is a unique and historically significant church located in the heart of Kato Paphos. Its name means “Saint Kyriaki of the Golden City.” The church is a…

The Ayia Napa Monastery (Ιερά Μονή Αγίας Νάπας) is a historic and serene oasis located in the heart of the bustling tourist resort of Ayia Napa, Cyprus. Its name, “Ayia…

The Millomeri Waterfalls (also spelled Millomeris) are one of the highest and most beautiful natural waterfalls in Cyprus. Located deep within the Troodos Mountains, the water of the Kryos Potamos…

Nissi Beach is one of the most famous and popular beaches in Cyprus, located in the bustling resort town of Ayia Napa. Renowned for its stunning natural beauty, it features…

The Akamas Peninsula is a vast, rugged, and largely untouched wilderness located on the northwestern tip of Cyprus. It is one of the last remaining pristine coastal areas on the…

Aphrodite’s Rock, known in Greek as Petra tou Romiou (“The Rock of the Greek”), is one of the most famous and beautiful natural landmarks in Cyprus. Located on the island’s…

The Troodos Mountains are the largest mountain range in Cyprus, a vast and verdant expanse that forms the green heart of the island. Located in the central and western part…

The Holy, Royal and Stavropegic Monastery of the Virgin of Kykkos, commonly known as Kykkos Monastery, is the most famous, wealthiest, and most lavish monastery in Cyprus. Nestled high in…

Othello Castle, also known as Othello’s Tower, is a formidable medieval fortress that guards the entrance to the historic harbour of Famagusta in Northern Cyprus. Originally built by the Lusignans…

Bellapais Abbey (Αββαείο Μπελαπάις) is the spectacular ruin of a 13th-century monastery located in the Kyrenia mountain range of Northern Cyprus. Its name translates to “The Abbey of Peace” (Abbaye…

Kyrenia Castle (Κάστρο της Κερύνειας) is a magnificent and sprawling fortress that stands sentinel over the picturesque old harbour of Kyrenia, a city on the northern coast of Cyprus. With…

The Ancient City of Salamis, located on the east coast of Cyprus, was once the island’s most important and magnificent city-kingdom. With a history stretching back to the 11th century…

Paphos Castle (Κάστρο της Πάφου) is a historic fortress located at the western edge of the picturesque Paphos Harbour in Cyprus. With a history marked by repeated destruction and reconstruction,…

Kolossi Castle is a well-preserved medieval military fortress located in the fertile plains of southern Cyprus. Originally built in the 13th century, this former Crusader stronghold is a fine example…

Kourion (or Curium) was one of the most important and powerful ancient city-kingdoms of Cyprus. Perched dramatically on a limestone promontory overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, this sprawling archaeological site is…

The Burj Al Arab Jumeirah (Arabic: برج العرب, “Tower of the Arabs”) is a global icon of Arabian luxury and one of the most famous hotels in the world. Opened…

The Al Thakira Mangroves represent one of Qatar’s most surprising and precious natural treasures. In a nation renowned for its vast desert landscapes, this large expanse of dense, green forest…

The Pearl Island is a monumental man-made island in Doha, Qatar, renowned for its opulence and Riviera-style living. Spanning nearly four square kilometers of reclaimed land, it was the first…

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…

Aghtamar Cathedral (Armenian: Սուրբ Խաչ եկեղեցի, Surp Khachʿ egeghetsʿi, meaning Cathedral of the Holy Cross; Turkish: Akdamar Kilisesi) is a medieval Armenian Apostolic cathedral located on Akdamar Island in Lake…

Lake Sevan (Armenian: Սևանա լիճ, Sevana lich) is the largest body of water in both Armenia and the Caucasus region. Often called the “Jewel of Armenia,” it’s one of the…