Amalfi – the Center of the Iconic Coast in Italy

Amalfi, Campania, Italy. The main gem of the precious Amalfi Coast – the town of Amalfi is the largest resort here. Its history dates back to the 6th century, but is present in a variety of ancient buildings, that also remind about the glorious past of the town, which used to be an important port that later grew to the Duchy of Amalfi.

Besides the historic town center and buildings, visitors also love sampling various lemon products – the local specialty. The most famous one is limoncello – Italian lemon liqueur. Sandy beaches provide sites for bathing and enjoying the sun. Amalfi is also comfortably posited between other cities like Naples, Pompei, Herculaneum and Positano, that attract day trippers for an adventure.

Why to go there?
The town offers various outdoor activities – from exploring the history and ancient architecture to lying on the beach or taking a trip to the neighboring towns. Various cultural events and concerts take place in summer. It is a must visit once on the glorious Amalfi Coast.

When to go there?
The peak season is from June to September or October. However, the mild climate allows visitors to come here all year round. Except that some attractions can be closed during other seasons.

How to get there?
There is an easy access to Amalfi since it is a popular tourist destination. Get there by bus or boat from Rome, Sorrento, Naples and other Italian cities.

Historic Ward Charcoal Ovens in Nevada, USA

Ward Charcoal Ovens Historic Park, Nevada, USA. Six large ovens were built outside of Ward, established by the silver miners. Today it is a ghost town, while these ovens are the best preserved heritage. Built in 1876 by Italian masons, they were used for producing charcoal: this kind of construction appeared to be much more efficient then the previously used beehive shape ovens.

The park is part of the Great Basin, which results in a desert and arid environment. There are creeks and springs, pinyon and juniper forests, and a diverse wildlife, that includes mountain lion, deer, coyote, fox, rabbit and more. Tourists can have a nice hike and go camping – various facilities here enable to enjoy a day or two of outdoor activities.

Why to go there?
In the park visitors can admire unspoiled nature, have a nice hike and spend a night at a camp. Moreover these ovens and the ghost town of Ward provide a valuable insight into the history of the USA.

When to go there?
The park is open all year round. Most visitors come between May and August. In winter there can be snow, which provides skiing opportunities.

How to get there?
The site is found only 32 km (20 mi) from the town of Ely. The best way to get there is via road U.S. 93.

Sigiriya Rock Fortress- Sri Lanka

Sigiriya is an ancient palace located in the central Mathale District  near the town of Dhambulla   in the Central Province,Sri lanka. The name refers to a site of historical and archaeological significance that is dominated by a massive column of rock nearly 200 metres (660 ft) high. According to the ancient Sri Lankan chronicle the Culavamsa, this site was selected by King KKasyapa (477 – 495 CE) for his new capital. He built his palace on the top of this rock and decorated its sides with colourful frescoes. On a small plateau about halfway up the side of this rock he built a gateway in the form of an enormous lion. 

The name of this place is derived from this structure —Sīhāgiri, the Lion Rock. The capital and the royal palace was abandoned after the king's death. It was used as a Buddhist monastery until the 14th century.

Sigiriya was the largest and most sophisticated single construction project ever undertaken in ancient Sri Lanka. The ruins of the Sigiriya Rock Fortress seen today are less than twenty percent of the structures that once graced the area. Most buildings were made of wood. Consequently, there is very little evidence of these structures. Those built with stone and brick have survived the ravages of time and provide us a rare glimpse of the opulence and grandeur of an ancient era. Many ruins still lay hidden in the forest and are yet to be discovered. Sigiriya is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

                                         Sigiriya Rock, Sri Lanka

Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park- Gansu, China

The Zhangye Danxia National Geological Park, also known as Zhangye Danxia( Land form) Geopark, is located near the city of Zhangye in China's nothernwestern Gansu province. It covers an area of 510 square kilometres (200 sq mi).  And it's one of the most colorful places on earth.

Formerly a provincial park and scenic area, it became a national geopark in November 2011.Known for its colorful rock formations, it has been voted by Chinese media outlets as one of the most beautiful landforms in China.

The unusual colours of the rocks are the result of red sandstone and mineral deposits being laid down over 24 million years.The resulting 'layer cake' was then buckled by the same tectonic plates responsible for parts of the Himalayan mountains. Wind and rain finished the job by carving weird and wonderful shapes including natural pillars, towers, ravines, valleys and waterfalls - that differ in colour, texture, shape, size and pattern.

 

The area is fast becoming a popular tourist attraction for the sleepy town of Zhangye. A number of boardwalks and roads have been built to encourage visitors to explore the amazing rock formations.

When to Go: The best time to visit it is from June to September due to the easeful weather condition.

 See the fantastically-coloured mountains and cliffs in an all-but unexplored area of Gansu; visit Horse Hoofprint Temple, Jiayuguan Fortress, and more.

                                            Zhangye, Danxia Geopark ,Chnina 

Aurora - Arctic and Antarctic regions

Aurora is one of the greatest natural wonders, Aurora or the Auroras, also known as the Northern Lights,are naturally occurring lights that create intriguing and spectacular displays in sky.the aurora lights frequently appear as diffused glow lighting up the horizon.  The most amazing sight is when the northern lights appears as waves across the sky; it is almost as if the lights are dancing.
Aurora are produced when the Magnetosphere is sufficient distributed by the solar wind that trajectories of charged particles in both solar wind and mangetosphere plasma, mainlt in the form of electrons and protons, precipitate them into the upper atmophere, where their energy is lost. The resulting ionization and excication of atmospheric constituents emits light of varying color and complexity.  

Underwater Forest in Kaindy Lake - Kazakhstan

Kaindy Lake is a 400 meter long lake in Kazakhstan’s portion of the Tian Shan Mountains located 129 km from the city of Almaty. The lake was created after an earthquake in 1911 that triggered a large landslide blocking the gorge and forming a natural dam. Subsequently, rainwater filled the valley and created the lake.


The lake is famous for its scenic beauty particularly the submerged forest and the imposing trunks of spruce trees that rises out of the lake water. Above water, the sunken trees appear as large masts from lost ghost ships, or perhaps the spears of a mysterious army hiding and waiting for the right time to emerge. The water is so cold (even in summer the temperature does not exceed 6 degrees) that the great pines still remain on the trees, even 100 years later. Because of the clear mountain water, you can see deep into the depths of the lake. In winter, the surface of the lake freezes over and during this time, Lake Kaindy becomes a great spot for trout fishing and ice diving.

Prskalo Waterfall –  Serbia

Prskalo waterfall is one of the most beautiful and most interesting waterfalls in Serbia, with its very unusual structure that resembles a tall stone sculpture. The water from the nearby spring flows over the top of the rock, creating a thin but powerful jet. It is located in the Kučaj mountains, 17 km away from the nearest paved road, at about 760 meters above sea level.  

 Grand Canyon, Arizona - USA

 

The Grand Canyon is a steep-sided canyon carved by the Colorado River in the state of Arizona in the United States. It is contained within and managed by Grand Canyon National Park, the Kaibab National Forest, Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument, the Hualapai Tribal Nation, the Havasupai people and the Navajo Nation. President Theodore Roosevelt was a major proponent of preservation of the Grand Canyon area, and visited it on numerous occasions to hunt and enjoy the scenery. The Grand Canyon is 277 miles (446 km) long, up to 18 miles (29 km) wide and attains a depth of over a mile Nearly two billion years of Earth's geological history have been exposed as the Colorado River and its tributaries cut their channels through layer after layer of rock while the Colorado Plateau was uplifted. While the specific geologic processes and timing that formed the Grand Canyon are the subject of debate by geologists,[3] recent evidence suggests that the Colorado River established its course through the canyon at least 17 million years ago. Since that time, the Colorado River continued to erode and form the canyon to its present-day configuration. For thousands of years, the area has been continuously inhabited by Native Americans who built settlements within the canyon and its many caves. The Pueblo people considered the Grand Canyon a holy site, and made pilgrimages to it. The first European known to have viewed the Grand Canyon was García López de Cárdenas from Spain, who arrived in 1540.

Hydropolis Underwater Hotel- Dubai

If you wanted to see most thrilling and exciting views then Underwater Hotel Dubai is finest place for you. Around the world, it is one of the most exclusive, hotels that offer world class accommodations. It is also famous for the biggest and expensive construction with a state of art facilities as well as features.The underwater hotel will be a jellyfish like structure The underwater hotel will be located 20 meters underneath the surface of the ocean.

 Staying at the hotel is indeed a very memorable experience that you could treasure in your whole life. It is a very expensive hotel yet it is one of the most rewarding hotels to stay in. Hydropolis Underwater Hotel is a beautiful concept for your summer vacation. Indeed this is unique & luxurious concept under the sea and first such megaproject in the world. This fabulous Hydropolis Underwater hotel has several places for your perfect holiday, as it sees the real sea beauty under beneath the sea. Above you may have the sea view which is very remarkable and sight the sun sink. 

The Hydropolis Underwater Hotel is situated 30 meters below the surface of the Persian Gulf off the coast of Jumeirah in Dubai. Tourists will be greeted by the underwater exquisiteness and recreation under the water. This Hotel is one of the largest modern construction projects worldwide and has 261 hectares. The Hotel was built in June of 2010. The Hotel has Bar, Restaurant, wedding receptions and conferences. The hotel is separated into three interesting and distinctive areas. All of those areas are exceptional and holds something that will really catch everyone’s attention. One of the hotels distinctive parts is the land station. It is a huge tunnel that linked to the main area of the hotel. 

Tourists are warmly welcomed sincerely and entertained at this area. By means of train, people are transported from the land station to the main area. This megaproject hotel’s & resort was designed by Prof. Roland Dieterle that would have been the world’s first underwater luxury resort. It was planned to be situated 66 feet below the surface of the Persian Gulf off Jumeirah Beach in Dubai, and projected to cost $300 million to construct. It is explained that there is a magnificent analogy why the hotels architecture is patterned as the human physiology.

Palm Island- Dubai, UAE

Palm Islands are two artificial islands, Palm Jumeirah and Palm Jebel Ali, on the coast of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. With infrastructure for both residential and commercial settlements, the Palm Islands are increased the beach area of Dubai by over 500 kilometers. The island takes the form of a palm tree, topped by a crescent. When complete, Palm Jebel Ali will take a similar shape; both islands will be host to a large number of residential, leisure and entertainment centers and will add a total of 520 kilometers of non-public beaches to the city of Dubai.

Palm Jumeirah has everything you need to enjoy a wonderful holiday break. Here world

famous hotels, amazing tourist attractions, luxury fashion and shopping malls are starting to open up. Whether you just want to relax or immerse yourself in an exciting world of leisure and entertainment. This is a truly inspirational holiday destination in Dubai.

Visitors will come to enjoy the magnificent sunsets, unwind in the spas, pools, gardens and eat out at the fine selection of restaurants. There’s a wide range of daytime activities including water sports, aquariums, theme parks and of course miles of beautiful beaches. And at night, the bars, clubs and shows will offer plenty of fun and amusement.   

                                                     Palm Islands, Dubai, UAE 

The Old Man of Hoy, Scotland

The Old Man of Hoy, Scotland. At the very northern tip of Scotland there is the Orkney archipelago. On one of its islands of Hoy, a 137 m (449 ft) sea stack protrudes from the water. Made of the Old Red Sandstone – characteristic to the region – the Old Man is a popular landmark here. A result of erosion, the pillar might collapse into the sea anytime now.

The feature is quite popular among the climbers, who dare to try their skills and luck completing the precipitous rock tower. On 14 May 2008 the first base jump was performed by Roger Holmes, Gus Hutchinson-Brown and Tim Emmett. Other than that, the stack features in some of the painters works and is a popular tourist attraction.

Why to go there?

Admire the dramatic Scottish coastline. The landmark is one of the most known tourist features in the area and if you are a climber, this might be a fun challenge too.

When to go there?
Anytime – the sooner you will go, the better, as the stack continues to be destructed by the erosion.

How to get there?It is said that the journey to Hoy itself rewards with an exciting experience. Drive by car or bus from Inverness to Scrabster or Stromness port. From here take a ferry to Hoy. Get around by taxi – head towards Rackwick Bay, where the Old Man stands still.

Waterton Lake, Canada

Waterton Lake, Alberta, Canada. The gorgeous mountain lake has borders with southern Alberta and Montana, USA. Waterton Lakes National Park is named after this one – the most picturesque and striking natural wonder around.

Waterton’s surroundings are preserved by UNESCO, since it features a diverse variety of flora, including prairie grasslands, aspen parkland, subalpine forests, alpine tundra and freshwater fens. Visitors are offered an exciting cruise in a historic ship, which follows the shores of Waterton and allows to admire its stunning unspoiled nature.

Why to go there?There is Waterton town on the lake’s shores, therefore visitors can find all the facilities, which make their trip comfortable. Yet the nature is very well preserved and unspoiled outside the town, thus allowing to enjoy a quiet getaway.

When to go there?Anytime, although the cruises are in service from May to November.

How to get there?By car using Highway 5. The nearest big town is Calgary.

Kumarakom Backwaters- Kerala, India

Kumarakom Backwaters, Kerala, India. A famous tourist attraction and quite unusual site, Kumarakom is a backwater located in the backdrop of the Vembanad Lake – the largest one in Kerala. Its symbol is the houseboat, which nowadays is used for the tourists’ entertainment.

The first resort here was established in 1881 by the British. Today visitors can find a variety of facilities – from resorts, lined up on the coast, to yachting, boating and fishing. The site is rich with diverse fauna and flora, therefore eco-tourism is practiced in Kumarakom. The place makes you believe in fairy tales again.

Why to go there?
The government has declared the site to be a Special Tourism Zone, so expect unforgettable experience. The place is historic and has preserved a lot of authenticity, however, today one can be assured to find modern facilities too.

When to go there?
Anytime – pleasant tropical climate is even all throughout the year.

How to get there?
By bus or taxi from Kottayam railway station, which is 13 km away. The nearest Cochin International Airport is 94 km away.

Machu Picchu, Peru

For many visitors to Peru and even South America, a visit to the Inca city of Machu Picchu is the long-anticipated highpoint of their trip. In a spectacular location, it’s the best-known archaeological site on the continent. This awe-inspiring ancient city was never revealed to the conquering Spaniards and was virtually forgotten until the early part of the 20th century. In the high season, from late May until early September, 2500 people arrive daily. Despite this great tourist influx, the site manages to retain an air of grandeur and mystery, and is a must for all visitors to Peru.

The site is most heavily visited between 10am and 2pm. June through August are the busiest months.

Machu Picchu is tangible evidence of the urban Inca Empire at the peak of its power and achievement—a citadel of cut stone fit together without mortar so tightly that its cracks still can’t be penetrated by a knife blade.

The complex of palaces and plazas, temples and homes may have been built as a ceremonial site, a military stronghold, or a retreat for ruling elites—its dramatic location is certainly well suited for any of those purposes. The ruins lie on a high ridge, surrounded on three sides by the windy, turbulent Urubamba River some 2,000 feet (610 meters) below.

Scholars are still striving to uncover clues to the mysteries hidden here high in the eastern slopes of the Andes, covered with tropical forests of the upper Amazon Basin. Machu Picchu appears to lie at the center of a network of related sites and trails—and many landmarks both man-made and mountainous appear to align with astronomical events like the solstice sunset. The Inca had no written language, so they left no record of why they built the site or how they used it before it was abandoned in the early 16th century.

The Narrows in the Texas Hill Country

A breathtakingly beautiful place in Texas Hill Country on the Hays/Blanco County line where a coral reef once thrived in land covered by an ocean that is now dry and frozen in time.
The Narrows got its name from the narrow appearance of the gorge from above. The gorge widens at the water’s edge; water has eroded potholes into the rocky banks and river bottom. Springs flow from the cliffs and provide moisture for various species of ferns and watercress growing along the banks.

NARROWS (Hays County). The Narrows is a gorge formed by a series of cliffs seventy-five feet high and a quarter mile in length along the Blanco River in southwest Hays County, just upstream from the junction of the Blanco and Little Blanco rivers (at 30°03′ N, 98°17′ W). The surrounding countryside of the Texas Hill Country is characterized by sloping limestone and is used for pastureland. Live oak, juniper, and mesquite grow in the shallow clay loam. The Narrows was part of the Hermann Schlameus ranch and appeared on local tourist maps from the 1930s through the 1950s, when it was a scenic park. The ranch was sold in the early 1960s, and the Narrows was closed to the public.

Ashikaga Flower Park- Japan

One of the most beautiful places in the world is the Ashikaga Flower Park which located in Japan. And it's one of the best places to view fuji flowers in Japan.

And riot of colors, stunning color composition design, fragrant flower tunnels occupy an area of 8.2 hectares. Many shades of tree subtropical plant vines with large tassels hanging down, fragrant flowers the resemble butterflies on a background of bright green of foliage, surprise bizarre evoke wonderful memories.

One large fuji tree is 100 years old &  its branches are supported to create a huge umbrella of blue fuji flowers. There is also a long tunnel of white fuji flowers. Yea-fuji a variety with more than the usual number of petals, can also be viewed. The fuji in Ashikaga Flower Park are usually in full bloom in the beginning of May.

In recent years, the park has also become very popular in the winter season for putting on a

massive winter illumination display. Almost every corner of the park grounds are decorated in hundreds of thousands of multi-colored LED lights, covering flower bushes, lining walkways and arranged into huge, creative objects & sets on an impressive scale.

It is a truly unique attraction & a place where there is the most beautiful dream.

                                                                                                   Ashikaga Flower Park, Japan      

Prague- Capital of Czech Republic

Prague, City of a Hundred Spires, a UNESCO monument and one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

Prague capital of Czech Republic is bisected by the Vltava River. Nicknamed "the City of Hundred Spires",it's known for its Old Town Square, the heart of its historic core, with colorful baroque buildings, Gothic churches and the medieval Astronomical Clock, with a popular show. Completed in 1402, pedestrian Charles Bridge is lined with 30 statues of saints.

The bohemian allure and fairytale features of Prague, #5 in the World in this year's Travelers' Choice Destination Awards, make it a perfect destination for beach-weary vacationers who want to immerse themselves in culture. Spend a full day exploring Prazsky hrad (Prague Castle), then refuel over a hearty dinner at a classic Czech tavern. Spend some time wandering the Old Town Square before heading over to gape at The Old Town Hall and Astronomical Clock. Prague’s best bars are found in cellars, where historic pubs set the scene for a night of traditional tippling. 

POINTS OF INTEREST in PRAGUE:

• Charles Bridge
• Old Town Square
• St. Vitus Cathedral
• Prague Castle
• Prague Astronomical Clock
• Municipal House 
• Petnn
• Vyseshrad
• Dancing Houses
• Golden Lane
• Spanish Synagogue
• Prague National Theater
• Strahov Monastery
• Letna Park

                                                  Prague- Czech Republic

Mount Roraima – Venezuela

Mount Roraima Monte Roraima also known as Tepuy Roraima and Cerro Roraima Monte Roraima  is the highest of the Pakaraima chain of tepui plateaus  in South Ameica . First described by the English explorer Sri Walter Raleigh  in 1596, its 31 km² summit area is bounded on all sides by cliffs rising 400 metres (1,300 ft). The mountain also serves as the triple border point of Venezuela  (claiming 85% of its territory), Brazil  (5%) and Guyana  (10%).

Mount Roraima lies on the Guiana shield  in the southeastern corner of Venezuela's 30,000-square-kilometre (12,000 sq mi) Canaima National park  forming the highest peak of Guyana's Highland Range. The tabletop mountains of the park are considered some of the oldest geological formations on Earth , dating back to some two billion years ago in the Precambrian .

The highest point in Guyana and the highest point of the Brazilian state of Roraima lie on the plateau, but Venezuela and Brazil have higher mountains elsewhere. The triple border point is at 5°12′08″N 60°44′07″W, but the mountain's highest point is Maverick Rock , 2,810 metres (9,219 ft), at the south end of the plateau and wholly within Venezuela.                 

Today, Mount Roraima is a destination for backpackers. Almost all who go up the mountain approach it from the Venezuelan side. Most hikers hire a Pemon Indian guide in the village of Paraitepui, which is reached by dirt road from the main Gran Sabana road between kilometre 88 and Santa Elena de Uairen. Although the path to reach the plateau is well marked and popularly traveled, it is easy to get lost on top of the mountain, as there are few distinct trails and the near constant cloud cover on top and the uncanny rock formations make visual references problematic. Paraitepui can be reached easily by four-wheel-drive vehicle, with great difficulty by car if the unpaved road conditions by foot in about a day.

 

The gardens at marqueyssac - france

Between 1830 and 1840, Julien Bessières constructed a chapel and a grand alley one hundred meters long for horseback rides. In the 1860s, the new owner, Julien de Cervel, began to plant thousands of boxwood trees - today there are over 150,000 - and had them carved in fantastic shapes, many in groups of rounded shapes like flocks of sheep. He also added linden trees, cypress trees, and stone pine from Italy, and introduced the cyclamen from Naples. Following the romantic style, he built rustic structures, redesigned the parterres, and laid out five kilometers of walks.
In the second half 20th century the house was rarely occupied and the gardens were not well maintained. Beginning in 1996, a new owner, Kleber Rossillon, restored the gardens to their old character and added some new features including an alley of santolina and rosemary and, in the romantic spirit of the 19th century, a course of water descending from the belvedere and ending in a cascade. The gardens were opened to the public in 1996.
Since 1997, the gardens have been classified amongst the Notable Gardens of France by the Committee of Parks and Gardens of the French Ministry of Culture.
The Château de Marqueyssac is a 17th-century château and gardens located at Vézac, in the Dordogne Department of France. The château was built at the end of the 17th century by Bertrand Vernet de Marqueyssac, Counselor to Louis XIV, on cliffs overlooking the Dordogne Valley. The original garden à la française was attributed to a pupil of André Le Nôtre, and featured terraces, alleys, and a kitchen garden surrounding the chateau.

Angkor Wat- Temple in Siem Reap, Cambodia

Angkor is one of the most important archaeological sites in South East Asia. Stretching over some 400 km2, including forested area, Angkor Archaeological Park contains the magnificent remains of the different capitals of the Khmor Empire, from the 9th to the 15th century. They include the famous Temple of Angkor Wat and, at Angkor Thom, the Bayon Temple with its countless sculptural decorations, UNESCO has set up a wide-ranging program to safeguard this symbolic site and its surroundings.

Angkor is one of the most important archaeological sites in South East Asia. Stretching over some 400 km2, including forested area, Angkor Archaeological Park contains the magnificent remains of the different capitals of the Khmor Empire, from the 9th to the 15th century. They include the famous Temple of Angkor Wat and, at Angkor Thom, the Bayon Temple with its countless sculptural decorations, UNESCO has set up a wide-ranging program to safeguard this symbolic site and its surroundings.

And it's also the largest living religious monument in the world is also the no:1 Travelers' Choice Landmark in the world. Angkor Wat is a true wonder, a magnificently mesmerizing ancient temple site built in the 12th century. A Hindu temple eventually converted to a Buddhist temple and surrounded by a massive 650 foot wide moat, Angkor Wat was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on the Cambodian flag.

Burj Khalifa- Dubai, UAE

The Burj Khalifa is the world’s tallest tower and is an amazing feat of engineering. It is the highest viewing platform in the world. This observatory is destined to be the highlight of any visit to the Middle East. The journey begins from the lower ground level of The Dubai Mall. Throughout the journey to the top, visitors are entertained by a multi-media presentation of the exotic history of Dubai and the marvel which is the Burj Khalifa.

Skyscrapers don't get any taller than Burj Khalifa, the tallest structure on the planet and 19th of the world's top landmarks for 2015. Soaring 2,717 feet (828 meters) high, the building has a stepped design that narrows as it climbs to the sky-bringing a new meaning to the term skyscraper. Ride the elevator to the 124th floor Observation Deck for astounding views over Dubai & the Arabian Gulf.

Burj Khalifa was designed to be the centerpiece of a large-scale, mixed-use, development that would include 30,000 homes, 9 hotels (Including Te Address Downtown Dubai), 3 hectare of parkland, at least 19 residential towers, thge Dubai Mall, and the 12-hectare man-made Burj Khalifa lake.

RECORDS

• Tallest existing structure: 829.8m
• Tallest Freestanding structure
• Tallest Skyscraper
• Building with most floors:163
• Building with world's most occupied floors
• World's highest elevator installation
• World's highest outdoor observation deck
• World's highest night club
• World's Highest restaurant (At.mosphere)
• World's highest New Year display of fireworks  

Burj Khalifa- Dubai, UAE

         

Marble Caves at General Carrera Lake in Patagonia (Argentina and Chile)

General Carrera Lake (Chilean side) or Lake Buenos Aires (Argentine side) is a lake located in Patagonia  and shared by Argentina  and Chilie. Both names are internationally accepted. The lake has a surface of 1,850 km² of which 970 km² are in the Chilean  Avesen del  General Carlos Ibanez del Campo Region, and 880 km² in the Argentine Santa Cruz Province , making it the biggest lake in Chile, and the fourth largest in Argentina. In its western basin, Lake Gen. Carrera has 586 m maximum depth.

The lake is of  glacial  origin and is surrounded by the Andes mountain range. The lake drains to the Pacific Ocean  on the west through the Baker River.

Mendenhall Ice Caves of Juneau in Alaska, United States

The Mendenhall Glacier is a 12-mile-long glacier in the Mendenhall Valley, located only 12 miles from downtown Juneau in Southeast Alaska. Federally protected as part of the Mendenhall Galcier Recreation Area, a unit of the Tongass National Forest, the glacier originally had two names, Sitaantaagu ("Glacier Behind the Town") and Aak'wtaaksit ("Glacier Behind the Little Lake"). 

The Ice Caves are inside the glacier, accessible only to those willing to kayak to, and then ice climb over the glacier. However, the glacier is retreating increasingly fast as global warming heats the oceans and temperatures rise. 

Maya Bay - Thailand

Maya Bay is a shallow bay surrounded by a ring of steep limestone hills on Koh Phi Phi Leh, the second largest island of the Phi Phi Islands. The bay has superb marine life and is a favorite spot for divers. Maya Bay became world famous after the 2000 movie The Beach was filmed there and today many tourists come to Koh Phi Phi just to see this beach. Ko Phi Phi Lee is the second largest island of the archipelago, the largest one being Ko Phi Phi Don. The island consists of a ring of steep limestone hills surrounding two shallow bays, Maya Bay and Loh Samah. Maya Bay cannot be accessed directly from the sea via boat, due to shallow waters and coral. Therefore, boats must anchor at the deeper Loh Samah, requiring people to walk through a short section of rocks and jungle to reach Maya Bay itself. There is also one large shallow fjord like inlet called Pi Ley with a small coral reef at the entrance.