The Philippines are home to an astonishing collection of over 7,600 islands, only 2,000 of which are permanently inhabited. While many of these islands are not considered much more than an idyllic atoll perfect for a lazy day trip, some battle it out for the world record as some of the largest on Earth. Counting… Continue Reading
10 Largest Islands in Greece
It’s difficult to pinpoint exactly how many islands are dotted throughout Greece. Geographers have estimated that there could be anywhere from 1,200 up to 6,000 different islands. However, the majority of them are tiny and have remained uninhabited over the last few centuries. Greece is home to several clusters of islands, many of which lie… Continue Reading
10 Largest Islands in Japan
Japan is the largest island country in East Asia and the fourth-largest island country on Earth. It is home to a cluster of over 6,000 astonishing islands of varying shapes and sizes, of which only around 400 are permanently inhabited. Of these several hundred, five major islands are the country’s main claim to fame, home… Continue Reading
10 Largest Islands in Indonesia
Indonesia is the largest cluster of islands in the world, made up of an incredible collection of no fewer than 14,000 jungle-clad islands floating off the coast of Asia. Five islands are considered major islands due to their massive size, and the rest are split up between 30 smaller Indonesian archipelagos. From Flores in the… Continue Reading
10 Most Amazing Volcanoes in Chile
Stretching over 4,300 kilometers from north to south, Chile lies on a narrow strip of land with the towering Andes Mountains to its east and the glimmering Pacific Ocean to its west. As it is located in a zone of high seismic and volcanic activity, the South American nation boasts lots of stunning stratovolcanoes and… Continue Reading
10 Most Amazing Volcanoes in Guatemala
Lying between the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean, Guatemala is a mountainous nation that is home to 37 awe-inspiring volcanoes. These make up part of the Central American Volcanic Arc: a long chain of volcanoes that stretches down the Central American Isthmus. Set amid both tropical lowlands and cooler highlands, the country’s volcanic peaks… Continue Reading
10 Most Amazing Volcanoes in Iceland
Surrounded by the wild waters of the North Atlantic, Iceland is a very geologically and volcanically active country that boasts many breathtakingly beautiful landscapes. As it lies on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, the island is dotted with volcanoes; around 30 of them are active. These often lie amid large lava fields, beneath sparkling glaciers, or hidden… Continue Reading
10 Most Amazing Volcanoes in Alaska
Renowned for its wild and rugged landscapes, Alaska is home to lots of spectacular scenery, with endless forests found alongside towering mountain ranges. As the state lies on the Pacific Ring of Fire (a very seismically active region) it also boasts more than 40 active volcanoes, with many more lying dormant. The majority of these… Continue Reading
10 Incredible Roman Ruins
At its zenith, the Roman Empire stretched from Morocco and Portugal in the west all the way to Egypt and Armenia in the east. Founded in 27 BC, the empire and its later continuation – the Byzantine Empire – finally collapsed in 1453 AD when the great city of Constantinople was lost to the Ottomans…. Continue Reading
15 Most Beautiful Palaces in the World
Once home to kings and queens, palaces were built not only to act as royal residences, but to project power and prestige. As such, monarchs and emperors vied with one another, commissioning lavish summer homes and assembling exquisite art collections with which to fill their endless halls and royal chambers. Besides the magnificent architecture and… Continue Reading
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