The Reed Flute Cave is a popular landmark and is located in Guilin, Guangxi, in China. A natural limestone cave with beautiful multi-coloured lighting, the Reed Flute Cave is over 180 million years old. Named after the reeds growing outside the cave that are used for making flutes, the Reed Flute Cave has been a […]
It is a 75-km long river located in the region of Otago in the South Island of New Zealand. The Shotover River receives its unique name because of its speed and numerous rapids by the first European who settled on the shores of Lake Wakatipu in 1860. The river flows south from the Southern Alps,
Plateaus are high tablelands that have broad and flat tops. These highlands rise sharply above the surrounding area on at least one side. These tablelands are present in every continent. Approximately 40% of total land surface of the Earth is made up of plateaus. The average height of a plateau may range from a few
The Rio Secreto is one of the newest cenotes located in the Mayan Riviera, Mexico. A distinct and incredible natural reserve, the Rio Secreto is the longest semi-sunken cave system in Yucatan. The underground caves, unlike many other cenotes, do not require any diving certification, as one can simply walk or float through the 12-km
Bovec is a scenic town located in the northwestern part of Slovenia, near the border of Italy. The town of Bovec is situated near the Bovec Basin of the upper Soča River. Nestled in the Julian Alps, Bovec lies at an elevation of 434 metres. With deep sea green waters rolling past and white snow-capped
Tianchi is a beautiful alpine lake located in the northwest region of China. Tianchi, which literally means Heavenly Lake, lies on the north side of the range known as the Bogda Shan (meaning Mountain of God). The lake was formerly known as Yaochi (meaning the Jade Lake). True to that name, the beautiful Tianchi is
Mountains are the highest landforms on the Earth that rise above the surrounding plain area. Their elevation is at least 300 metres or more above the sea level. They are made from huge rocks and stones. The uppermost projected pointed part is known as a peak or summit. Mountains are generally arranged in a line
The Geiranger Fjord is a fjord situated in the Sunnmøre region of Norway. This beautiful place is one of the most visited places in Norway. Extremely steep mountains and narrow inhabitable shore areas surround the Geiranger Fjord. Overflowing with a majestic beauty, the Geiranger Fjord has stunning waterfalls flowing into deep turquoise waters. The fjord
Lake Baikal is a rift lake located in Siberia, Russia. Based on sheer volume, the Lake Baikal is the largest freshwater lake in the world. With approximately 20% of the world’s unfrozen freshwater contained in this lake, Lake Baikal is not only the world’s deepest lake but also the clearest. Formed of an ancient rift
The Three Towers of San Marino are located on the three peaks on Monte Tintano, in San Marino, Italy. The three towers were built on three peaks between the 11th and the 14th century. While the oldest tower Guaita, was not only the most famous but also served as a prison briefly, the second oldest
Landform is a geographical feature on the Earth’s surface. There are four major and four minor landforms. Major: mountain, hill, plateau and plain. Minor: butte (single hill), canyon (deep, narrow valley with steep sides), valley (depression in the Earth between hills), and basin (a dip or depression in the surface of the land or ocean
The Ice Caves and Tunnels are known by many different names where they are located in Iceland.These breathtaking caves of ice are situated within the Icelandic glaciers, in Southeast (Vatnajökull) and Southwest (Langjökull) of Iceland with the term ‘jökull’ meaning glacier in the local language. The largest ice cave is in Vatnajökull and is truly
The Giant Crystal Cave is a cave located 300 metres below the surface in Naica, Chihuahua, Mexico. With giant selenite or gypsum crystals shooting out from every angle within the cave, this strange landscape looks like something from the Superman’s home planet. These beautiful crystals were formed when the sulphide ions saturated ground water was
Heat waves arise when there is an abnormal rise in temperature for a longer duration accompanied with increased level of humidity. These waves are mostly experienced in the months of May-June in the Northern hemisphere. If heat waves continue for a longer duration, they can cause health problems and even death. In the region of
Plitvice Lake National Park is a large forest reserve located in Croatia. The oldest national park in southeastern Europe and the largest one in Croatia, Plitvice Lake National Park was founded in 1949. Spread over 296.85 sq.km, this National Park is known the world over for many lakes and their delicate arrangement whereby they cascade