Mark Pygas
Ristorante Grotta Palazzese, Italy
Ristorante Grotta Palazzese, nestled in the caves of
Polignano a Mare beach, is one of the greatest places to eat in all of
Italy, if not the world.
Chichilianne, Rhone Alpes, France
The breathtaking Mont Aiguille is nearly 7,000 foot tall and offers amazing views of the French Prealps.
Tiger’s Nest Monastery, Paro Valley, Bhutan
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This 17th century temple sits on the edge of a cliff 3,000
feet above the Paro valley. The holy site was built to protect the cave
in which Guru Padmasambhava, a leader of Buddhism, meditated for three
years, three months, three weeks, three days and three hours.
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Dubrovnik is a medieval city is still largely intact. So much
so, that parts of the city are used as King’s Landing in Game of
Thrones. The city is brimming with amazing architecture and surrounded
by the Mediterranean on one side and walls on the other.
Albarracín, Aragon, Spain
Albarracín is a beautifully preserved medieval village in
Northern Spain. The rock paintings in the cliff-foot caves of the
Albarracin Cultural Park (some of the most important evidences of the
Levantine prehistoric art of Spain) and the "Picaportes" (door knobs)
are something to marvel at!
Bagan, Burma
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Bagan is an ancient city hidden deep inside Burma. At the
height of the Kingdom of Pagan, the city had over 10,000 Buddhist
temples. Today, over 2200 of these are still standing, making it an
amazing place to visit.
Aescher, Switzerland
Aescher hotel is so high up on the Appenzellerland mountains
that you have to hike or get a cable car to reach it. Amenities are
intentionally basic but the food is hearty and the nearby trails lead to
exhilarating adventures.
Haiku Stairs, Hawaii
Known as the Stairway to Heaven, this fairly unknown hiking
trail can be found on the island of O’ahu. The trail is steep and ends
at a peak 2,800 feet above the sea, which offers amazing views of the
island.
Þingvallavatn Lake, Iceland
Found deep within this huge National Park is the boundary
between North America and Europe. Lucky divers can swim in between the
tectonic plates of these two continents, which is getting 2 centimeters
wider every year.
Chefchaouen, Northwest Morocco
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Chefchaouen is best known for its blue buildings, painted in a
spectrum of soothing hues. If you want to escape the city, make sure to
check out the nearby Rif mountains and the Cascades d'Akchour!
Lord Howe Island, Australia
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This beautiful island is mostly untouched by man, with a tiny
native population and only 400 tourists being allowed to visit each
year. The limit is in place to protect the amazing natural landscape of
Howe Island, which is home to a beautiful crystal lagoon and coral reef.
Bishop Castle, San Isabel National Forest, Rye, Colorado
Bishop Castle is undoubtedly one of the craziest castles in
the world, created by the one-man castle builder Jim Bishop. It's an
incredible place to get married or just to visit for inspiration.
Huacachina, Peruvian desert
Huacachina is a tiny village of just over 100 people built
around a lush oasis in an otherwise barren desert. For a few bucks, you
can rent sandboarding equipment and try one of the locals' favorite
thrills.
The Bastei Bridge in the Elbe Sandstone Mountains, Germany
Visit also Lilienstein, one of several small mesas in Saxony - it's surreal to watch the fog roll over.
Cappadocia, Turkey
Cappadocia is a historical region in Central Anatolia, best
known for its unique moon-like landscape, underground cities and cave
towns. All of which is best seen from the sky, with dozens of hot air
balloons offering amazing bird eye views.
Hallstatt, Austria
Hallstat is a medieval village which is home to less than
1,000 people. High in the mountains of Hallstat, you can explore
prehistoric mines that were some of the first in the entire world.
Leptis Magna, Tripoli, Libya
Leptis Magna was once a major city of the Roman Empire. Now,
its ruins act as an adventurer's playground. If you want to experience
the amazing sights of ancient Rome, but avoid competing with the crowds,
this is the place to go.
The Alcázar of Segovia, Spain
The Alcázar of Segovia is a stone fortification, located in
the old part of the city. It's one of the most distinctive castles in
Spain by the virtue of its shape – like the bow of a ship.
Alter do Chao, Brazil
This town straddles the Amazon rainforest and an amazing
beach known as the Island of Love. Only a few meters from the beach is a
huge lagoon, Lago, Verde, which is home to myriad animals and can only
be explored by canoe.
Hotel Moulin de Roc, France
Deep in the province of Dordogne, you'll find an old mill
transformed into an amazingly quaint hotel on the banks of a peaceful
river, with nothing around for miles. It's also home to the renowned
Michelin Star restaurant, with plenty of outdoor seating.
The peacock room in Castello di Sammezzano, Tuscany
Within the abadonded castle Castello di Sammezzano you can
find the Peacock Room. A hidden jewel features intricate Moorish designs
and a breathtaking assortment of patterns and colors. The beauty of the
memorizing interiors is simply beyond comparison.
Deception Island, Antarctica
This ring shaped island is so remote that it can only be
accessed by tour boats. The inside of the island offers sanctuary from
storms and icebergs for a host of creatures, including hundreds of
penguins. If you want to escape the cold, the island is situated on an
active volcano and home to hot springs galore.
Melissani Cave, Kefalonia, Greece
In Greek mythology, nymphs (female nature deities) inhabited
this breathtaking cave and lured men in with their beauty. Under a high
sun, the amazingly blue is illuminated for any lucky swimmers.
Meghalaya, India
The hills of Meghalaya receive nearly 40 feet of rain every
year, meaning that the valley floors of this beautiful but remote forest
are often transformed into rivers. Complex series of skybridges help
you to navigate the environment.
Craco, Matera, Basilicata
The medieval village of Craco is part of an incredible region
with undulating shapes and vast farmland. Since the sudden abandonment
of the village, rumour has it that the ruins have become inhabited by
ghosts.
Quinta da Regaleira, Sintra, Portugal
Quinta da Regaleira is an estate located near the historic
center of Sintra, classified as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Make
sure to check out the Gruta do Labirinto (the Labyrinthic Grotto) and
it's mysterious wishing well! This 27 meter deep well resembles an
inverted tower. Depending on the direction you choose, either a journey
down into the depths of the earth, or a climb out of the darkness into
the light awaits.
Weißgerbergasse, Nuremberg, Germany
Be sure to also visit the small town of Bamberg and the
Altenburg castle, which sits on the tallest of the seven hills,
overlooking the city!
Procida, Italy
Procida is a beautiful Mediterranean island paradise. Terra
Murata is the highest point on the Island aswell as its heart.
Lofoten Islands, Norway
The Lofoten Islands are a group of islands found in Northern
Norway, within the arctic circle. The islands are home to seductively
quaint fishing villages, the world’s deepest coral reef and amazing
views of the Northern lights.
Cocos Island, Costa Rica
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Cocos Island is an uninhabited island located 300 miles off
the shore of Costa Rica. As a national park, the island is untouched by
civilization and acts as one of the best scuba diving spots in the
entire world because of its spectacular marine fauna.
Rock tombs in Myra, Lycia, Turkey
After visiting the tombs you can go to the real Saint
Nicholas Church. The perfect place to go to ask Santa why he got you the
wrong gift last year.
Herrenchiemsee New Palace, Lake Chiemsee, Germany
In 1873 King Ludwig II of Bavaria acquired the Herreninsel as
the location for his new Royal Palace. Modelled on Versailles, this
palace was built as a "Temple of Fame" for King Louis XIV of France,
whom the Bavarian monarch fervently admired. And trust me - Ludwig II
was absolutely crazy - the "mad king" even had a “magic table” inspired
by the Grimm’s Fairy Tale in his dining room!
Fès, Morocco
You're looking at the Leather Souq, the oldest leather
tannery in the world. Don't miss the marvelous Bab Boujloud (the blue
gate) as well!
Blagaj, Bosnia and Herzegovin
Blagaj stands at the edge of the beautiful Buna river.
Cesky Krumlov, Czech Republic
This town was first founded in the 13th century and little
has changed since then. Stepping into the castle grounds is like going
back in time, specially if you go during the Renaissance festival which
is held every June.
The Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, Saint Petersburg, Russia
You should go inside, I have never seen such a colorful
church in my whole life! The city has so much more to offer, like the
State Hermitage Museum or the inaugurated Amber Room in the Catherine
Palace!
Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland
Both pronouncing and getting to Ittoqqortoormiit can be
difficult, but it’s totally worth the effort. From the capital of
Iceland, you’ll need to get on a once-weekly plane to Greenland and then
get a helicopter ride to this small, colorful town which sits by the
longest glacial river system in the world.
Mount Ai-Petry, Crimea, Ukraine
Located on the Kastron mountain, the fortress of Cembalo is
also nice to visit. It's a facade of spectacular views overlooking the
sea off the Bay of Balaklava.
Marsaxlokk, Malta
Home to Marsaxlokk fish market, a sprawling and endless market held each Sunday in town!
Monument Valley, Utah
If you think this valley seems familiar, it’s because the
area was commonly used as a filming location in the heyday of Western
movies. The vast sandstone structures dominate the landscape of this
vast valley which is far quieter than similar sights like the Grand
Canyon.
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