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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…

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…

The Bahauddin Naqshbandi Architectural Complex is one of the most important and revered Islamic pilgrimage sites in Central Asia. Located just outside the historic city of Bukhara, Uzbekistan, this sprawling…

The Mausoleum of Khoja Mashhad is one of the most remarkable and historically significant architectural monuments in Tajikistan, and indeed in all of Central Asia. Located in the southern Khatlon…

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…

Lake Sarez (Сарез кӯл) is a vast, stunningly beautiful, and profoundly dangerous alpine lake located deep within the Pamir Mountains of Tajikistan. Often called the “Sleeping Dragon,” this gem of…

The Mausoleum of Arystan Bab is a revered historical and architectural monument located in southern Kazakhstan, near the ancient ruins of Otrar. It is the tomb of Arystan Bab, a…

Saryarka, which translates to “Yellow Range” in Kazakh and is also known as the Kazakh Uplands, is a vast expanse of steppe, semi-desert, and lakes in northern Kazakhstan. This region…

Yazevoye Lake (Язевое озеро), also known as Karakol (“Black Lake”), is a stunning and remote alpine lake located deep within the Katon-Karagay National Park in the Kazakh Altai mountains. This…

The Singing Barkhan (or Singing Dune) is a massive and mysterious sand dune located in the Altyn-Emel National Park in southeastern Kazakhstan. This remarkable natural phenomenon is a giant crescent-shaped…

The Kolsai Lakes (Көлсай көлдері, Kólsаı kolderi) are a breathtaking system of three alpine lakes nestled in the northern Tian Shan mountains of southeastern Kazakhstan. Often referred to as the…

Lake Kaindy (Қайыңды көлі, Qaıyńdy kóli) is a stunning and surreal alpine lake located in the Tian Shan mountains of southeastern Kazakhstan. Its name translates to “landslide” or “birch tree…

The Holy Monastery of Saint Neophytos the Recluse (Ιερά Μονή Αγίου Νεοφύτου του Εγκλείστου) is a historic and deeply spiritual site located in the hills above Paphos. It was founded…

Adonis Baths is a popular and picturesque natural attraction located in a lush, green valley near Paphos, Cyprus. It is a place steeped in Greek mythology, centered around a small…

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…

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…

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…

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…

Jeti-Oguz (Жети-өгүз) is a stunningly beautiful gorge and nature resort located on the southern shore of Issyk-Kul Lake in Kyrgyzstan. Its name translates from Kyrgyz as “Seven Bulls,” a direct…

Ala Archa National Park is a spectacular alpine national park located in the Tian Shan mountains of Kyrgyzstan. Established in 1976, it is a sanctuary of pristine wilderness just a…

Song-Kul (Соң-Көл, Song-Köl) is a stunning alpine lake located high in the Tian Shan mountains of central Kyrgyzstan. Its name translates to “Following Lake,” and it is a place of…

In the stark, beautiful desert landscape of western Qatar lies the Ras Abrouq peninsula, an area famous for its otherworldly limestone rock formations. Among the most iconic of these are…

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…

Sanahin Monastery (Armenian: Սանահինի վանք, Sanahini vank) is a prominent 10th-century Armenian monastic complex located in the Lori Province. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, celebrated not only for…

Odzun Church (Armenian: Օձունի Սուրբ Աստվածածին եկեղեցի, Odzuni Surb Astvatsatsin yekeghetsi, meaning Holy Mother of God Church) is one of Armenia’s oldest and most historically significant Christian basilicas. Located in…

Areni-1 Cave (also known as “Birds’ Cave” or Trchuneri in Armenian) is a multi-chambered karstic cave located in the Vayots Dzor Province of southern Armenia. This archaeological site has gained…