THE WORLD GEOGRAPHY

15 Picturesque Shipwrecks Worldwide

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 31 May 2012 19:07:00 +0000

The United Nations estimates that there are more than 3 million shipwrecks on the ocean floor. But, also, shipwrecks can be found on deserted beaches, on coral reefs in the middle of the ocean, at restricted diamond areas, uninhabited islands or other remote & uncivilized places. Therefore, this is a list dedicated to picturesque shipwrecks which are still visible on beaches around the world.

1. Dimitrios Shipwreck, Greece

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12 Amazing Confluences From Around the World

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Fri, 25 May 2012 19:39:00 +0000

In geography, a confluence is the meeting of two or more bodies of water. Sometimes, these places can be very unusual... The confluences below were selected for their dramatic visual contrast - you can see the boundaries, where the two (or three) differently colored rivers mix to form one larger river.

1. Confluence of the Rhone and Arve Rivers, Switzerland

The river on the left is the Rhone, and the river on the right is the Arve [link]

8 Interesting International Tripoints Worldwide

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Tue, 22 May 2012 18:01:00 +0000

The International tripoint is a geographical point at which the borders of three countries meet. There are currently 157 international tripoints (i.e., tricountry points) by some accounts. Usually, the more neighbours a country has, the more international tripoints that country has. China with 16 tripoints and Russia with 11 to 14 lead the list of states by number of tripoints. This is list of 8 interesting international tripoints worldwide.

1. Treriksröset (Sweden/Norway/Finland)

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10 Landlocked Countries With Navies

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Tue, 15 May 2012 18:27:00 +0000

While landlocked countries are obviously unable to develop a sea-going blue-water navy, they may still deploy armed forces on major lakes or rivers. There are a number of reasons a landlocked country may choose to maintain a navy. If a river or lake forms a national border, countries may feel the need to protect and patrol that border with a military force. In some regions, roads may be unreliable or circuitous, and a river or lake may be the easiest way to move military forces around the country. Sometimes, possession of a body of water may actually be contested – for example, countries around the landlocked Caspian Sea have different views of how ownership should be divided.

1. Azerbaijan

Ship of Azerbaijanian Navy link

10 Famous Sea Stacks From Around the World

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Sat, 12 May 2012 22:40:00 +0000

A stack or sea stack is a rock formation made up of a steep or upright column or columns of rock in the sea near a coast. They are formed when part of a headland is eroded by water crashing against the rock or as a result of wind erosion. These impressive formations are intricately created by nature only through time, tide and wind. Here are 10 famous sea stack formations from around the World.

1. Dun Briste, Ireland

12 of the Most Beautiful Bays in the World

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Tue, 08 May 2012 20:08:00 +0000

A bay is loosely defined as a body of water partly enclosed by land. Generally they have calmer waters than the surrounding sea and are a good place for ships to shelter from the weather. Also, bays are often very beautiful and represent unavoidable tourist attractions in the countries where they are located. This is our selection of some of the most beautiful bays in the world, enjoy the post.

1. Wineglass Bay, Tasmania, Australia

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8 Lesser Known Crowded Islands From Around the World

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 20:49:00 +0000

When you think of islands, wide, pristine beaches and uninhabited jungles typically come to mind. These 8 lesser-known islands probably use to be like that once - but today, they have developed into entire towns. Islanders often have problems due to congestion in these settlements, and tourists from time to time come to enjoy the special charm of crowded islands...

1. Mexcaltitan, Mexico

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6 Geographical Terms With Shortest Names in the World

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:20:00 +0000

Have you heard of the river with the name "D", or village with the name "Å"? There are a small number of geographic terms in the world, whose names consist of only one letter. Each of these one-letter names have special meanings in local languages.

1. "Å" Village, Norway

The frequently photographed road sign approaching Å in the municipality of Moskenes link

Beautiful & Unusual Desert Images

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 19:16:00 +0000

Seemingly dry and never ending deserts own much more than dry sand and lack of life and desire to live. Deserts are a beautiful part of the earth and conceal many deep mysteries. This is a collection of interesting, unusual and beautiful pictures of deserts around the world, enjoy the photos.

Road interrupted by a sand dune, Nile Valley, Egypt link

11 of the Most Incredible Cliff Buildings

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 17:39:00 +0000

Buildings that we often encounter on the cliffs are castles, fortresses, lighthouses, monasteries... These buildings were built in inaccessible places for protection from enemies, for a good view of the water surface, beautiful views of the environment or other reasons. Exactly, these beautiful views, natural environment and often amazing architecture of buildings, attract many tourists in these areas.

1. Guaita Fortress, San Marino

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8 of the Most Unique Paths in the World

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 19:06:00 +0000

There are thousands of paths around the globe known for their natural environment and breathtaking views, but there aren't many of paths that are unique. Many people around the world come to these places to enjoy the beautiful and unique paths. Enjoy a walk with us, through the most beautiful and unique paths from around the World.

1. Wisteria Tunnel, Japan

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33 Picturesque European Towns & Villages

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 16:16:00 +0000

Towns and villages give you a good, big picture of the soul of a country. Europe boasts breathtakingly beautiful towns and villages, each offering examples of regional architecture. Many towns and villages in Europe are located in a wonderful natural environment and are popular tourist destinations. Below we feature some of the most beautiful towns and villages you can find when you travel around Europe.

1. Reine, Norway

Reine on the Lofoten islands photo source

10 Amazing Treetop Walkways Around the World

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 20:38:00 +0000

Treetop walkways or canopy walkways are bridges between and in the canopy of a forest, mostly linked up with platforms inside or around the trees. Early walkways consisted of bridges between trees in the canopy of a forest; mostly linked up with platforms inside or around the trees. They were originally intended as access to the upper regions of ancient forests for scientists conducting canopy research. Today they serve as ecotourism attractions, which are becoming increasingly popular around the world.

1. Danum Valley Canopy Walkway, Malaysia

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12 of the Most Winding Roads Around the World

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 20:55:00 +0000

A road is a thoroughfare, route, or way on land between two places. There are different types of roads and they are spread everywhere: over the mountains and valleys, through villages and cities... Usually in the mountains the roads are winding due to the unfavorable terrain for building. Also, these roads provide fabulous views of the surroundings and because of that many travelers love to ride through these areas. This is a list of 12 of the most winding roads around the world, enjoy the post.

1. Stelvio Pass Road, Italy

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10 Famous Clock Towers From Around the World

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 22:54:00 +0000

A clock tower is a tower specifically built with one or more (often four) clock faces. Clock towers can be either freestanding or part of a church or municipal building such as a town hall. This is a list of 10 famous clock towers from around the world.

1. Spasskaya Clock Tower, Russia

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12 of the Most Beautiful Lakes in the World

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 21:29:00 +0000

Nature and it’s beauty have always attracted mankind. Nature not only soothes the eyes but also put the body and the soul at solace and comfort. Lakes are God’s gift for us. They have an ability to take us to peace and tranquility in the hustle bustle of present day’s busy life. Take some time out and savour the depth, clarity, reflection and beauty of these lakes.

1. Peyto Lake, Canada

10 Unusual & Strange Facts About Australia

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 20:27:00 +0000

Australia today is a vibrant multicultural country with people of British descent, as well as Aboriginal and immigrants from many countries in Europe, Africa and Asia. It is the sixth largest country in the world and the only country that is also a continent. Australia is in the Southern Hemisphere, where Summer is from December to February. Here are some more interesting things that you may not know about Australia.

1. Dingo Fence - The World's Longest Fence

Dingo Fence on the 29th parallel of latitude. Sturt National Park (right of fence) - looking east from Cameron Corner after rain photo source

10 Interesting Northernmost Items

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Sun, 04 Mar 2012 20:06:00 +0000

Do you know where is the northernmost native habitat of palm trees? Where is the northernmost airport? Coral Reef? This is a list of various northernmost things on Earth.

1. Northernmost Natural Habitat of Palm Trees, France

Hyères-les-Palmiers, France photo source

It is estimated that only 130 palm species grow naturally beyond the tropics, mostly in the subtropics. Chamaerops is the only palm species native to continental Europe. It is mainly found in southwestern Europe (Spain, Portugal, France, Italy and Malta) and northwest Africa (Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia). It is the northernmost naturally occurring palm in the world, with the northernmost localities at Hyères-les-Palmiers, on the Mediterranean coast of southern France, at 43° 07' N, and on the island of Capraia off the Italian coast, at 43° 04' N. Google Map

10 Largest Countries Without Railroads

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 21:17:00 +0000

These are all countries with large areas of low population density. Except for Libya, Oman and Iceland, these are among the poorest countries in the world. Low population density or poverty, or both, are the main reasons for non-existent railway system.

10. Bhutan

21 percent of the Bhutanese rural households have to walk from one to four hours to the nearest all-season road, and another 21 percent have to spend more than half a day. photo source

10 Incredible Water Towns & Villages

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 22:34:00 +0000

Water villages are settlements that are usually built on the water. Houses often float on the water or are located on stilts and rarely on small islands. This is a list of water villages, which are becoming increasingly popular tourist destinations.

1. Ko Panyi, Thailand

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Ko Panyi is a fishing village in Phang Nga Province, Thailand notable for being built on stilts by Indonesian fishermen. The population consists of roughly 200 families or between 1,500 and 2,000 people descended from 2 seafaring Muslim families from Java.

10 of the Most Common Surnames in the World

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 20:13:00 +0000

A surname is a name added to a given name and is part of a personal name. In many cases, a surname is a family name. Some surnames are rare, and the others are so common that their population can be measured by millions. This is a list of some of the most common surnames in the world.

1. Li or Lee - More Than 100 Million People

Sang Lee, Korean-American creationist scholar photo source

It is a widespread surname in China, with about 7.9 percent of the Chinese population possessing this family name. Li is the most common surname for the Hakka Chinese. A Korean surname that uses the same Chinese character, which is often romanized as Lee, is the second most common Korean surname, after Kim. Both the Korean family name Lee and the Vietnamese family name Lý was derived from the same Chinese character as the Chinese surname. Taken collectively, these surnames make Li the most common surname in the world.

7 Interesting Export Products of Small Countries

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 21:23:00 +0000

Small countries have very limited production capacity. Still, these countries have managed to take advantage of some of their natural resources, or some good ideas to participate in international market competition.

1. False Teeth - Liechtenstein

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Area: 160 sq km (62 sq mi)
Population: 36 010 inhabitants
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Liechtenstein is the world’s leading exporter of false teeth. Schaan, the largest city in Liechtenstein, is the headquarters for Vivadent AG, and manufactures the most false teeth in the world. False teeth are shipped from Schaan to 120 countries throughout the world. Dental products of various kinds form the basis of Liechtenstein's economy.

20 Amazing Photos of the Harsh European Winter

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 22:05:00 +0000

While the U.S. continues to bask in the warmth of an unusually mild winter, strong winter on the European Continent, has claimed almost 300 lives from Switzerland to Rome as temperatures plumet up to -22 Fahrenheit (-30°C) across Europe. Also, Extremely harsh winter has claimed at least 200 lives in Russia, Poland, Germany, Romania, Serbia... since the beginning of the year.

A man walks past an ice covered car on the frozen waterside promenade at Lake Geneva in the city Versoix, near Geneva, Switzerland, on early February 5, 2012. (Getty Images / Fabrice Coffrini) Buzzfeed

10 Breathtaking Viewing Platforms Worldwide

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 15:52:00 +0000

It is exhilarating to stand on top of the world admiring the natural beauty of our planet spread beneath us. Bone-chilling ravines, steep cliffs, thundering waterfalls, snow-clad peaks or serene rivers, nature has been very kind to us. You need not be a rock climber or a mountaineer to experience planet Earth in all its glory. We have here, the most amazing viewing platforms that help us do just that. So climb atop one, and take a deep breath as you savor the view.

1. Ørnesvingen Viewing Platform, Norway

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Ørnesvingen has for centuries been widely used by travellers as a place to stop and enjoy the view. The location offers a magnificent view of Geiranger town and Geiranger fjord, and the spot attracts more than 400 000 visitors every year.

9 Unique & Unusual Travel Destinations

noreply@blogger.com (Admin) — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 20:54:00 +0000

A big part of travel is that feeling you get when experiencing something completely new, something you haven't seen or done before. Many travel destinations offer an amenity or two that other places don't - but there are only a few locations in the world that offer a truly unique experience. Here are some places that could be a reference for your vacation.

1. Avenue of the Baobabs - Madagascar

Walking the Avenue of the Baobabs photo source

The Avenue of the Baobabs is a prominent group of baobab trees lining the dirt road between Morondava and Belon'i Tsiribihina in the Menabe region in western Madagascar. Its striking landscape draws travelers from around the world, making it one of the most visited locations in the region. It has been a center of local conservation efforts, and was granted temporary protected status in July 2007 by the Ministry of Environment, Water and Forests, the first step toward making it Madagascar's first natural monument.