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The Fedchenko Glacier (now officially named the Vanch-Yakh Glacier) is a colossal and magnificent valley glacier located in the heart of the Pamir Mountains in Tajikistan. It is a true…

The Fann Mountains (Кӯҳҳои Фон, Kúhhoi Fon) are a spectacular and rugged mountain range in northwestern Tajikistan, forming a part of the greater Pamir-Alay system. Often called the “Gems of…

The Pamir Mountains are a vast and towering mountain range in Central Asia, often referred to by the poetic and fitting nickname, the “Roof of the World” (Bam-i-Dunya). They are…

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…

The Mausoleum of Khoja Ahmed Yasawi is a vast and magnificent, yet unfinished, mausoleum in the city of Turkestan in southern Kazakhstan. Commissioned in 1389 by the great Central Asian…

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 Boszhira (or Bozjyra) Tract is a vast and spectacular landscape of otherworldly rock formations located on the Ustyurt Plateau in the Mangystau region of western Kazakhstan. Once the bottom…

Shaitankol (Шайтанкөл), which translates to “Devil’s Lake,” is a small, mysterious, and beautiful mountain lake located in the Karkaraly National Park in central Kazakhstan. Nestled amidst a landscape of weathered…

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 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…

Charyn Canyon (Шарын шатқалы, Sharyn shatqaly), often called the “Grand Canyon of Central Asia,” is a spectacular natural monument located in the vast, arid steppe of southeastern Kazakhstan. Carved over…

The Palace of Peace and Reconciliation (Бейбітшілік пен келісім сарайы), also known as the Pyramid of Peace and Accord, is a modern architectural marvel and a major landmark in Astana,…

The Bayterek (Бәйтерек) Tower is a monumental observation tower in the heart of Astana, the capital city of Kazakhstan. Completed in 2002, this futuristic structure is more than just a…

The Park of 28 Panfilov Guardsmen, commonly known as Panfilov Park, is a large and historic urban park located in the heart of Almaty, Kazakhstan. Established in the 1870s, the…

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…

The Selimiye Mosque (Selimiye Camii) is a monumental Ottoman imperial mosque in the city of Edirne, Turkey. Commissioned by Sultan Selim II, it was constructed between 1568 and 1575 and…

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…

The Holy Church of Saint Lazarus (Ιερός Ναός Αγίου Λαζάρου), located in the heart of Larnaca, is one of the most important and revered spiritual sites in Cyprus. This magnificent…

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…

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…

Fig Tree Bay is one of the most famous and beloved beaches in Cyprus, located in the popular tourist resort of Protaras. It consistently ranks among the best beaches not…

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…