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The Corinth Canal is an artificial waterway in Greece that connects the Gulf of Corinth in the Ionian Sea with the Saronic Gulf in the Aegean Sea. It cuts through the narrow Isthmus of Corinth, a strip of land that separates the Peloponnese peninsula from the Greek mainland. This feat of engineering effectively turns the…
Faial is a civil parish located in the municipality of Santana, on the northern coast of the island of Madeira, Portugal. With a population of around 1,500 inhabitants, Faial is a small and picturesque parish. It is known for its dramatic green, mountainous landscape and its rich agricultural traditions. The name “Faial” comes from the…
Fgura is a town located in the South Eastern Region of Malta, situated just inland from the historic Three Cities. With a population of around 13,000 inhabitants, it is one of the most densely populated towns on the island. Unlike many other Maltese towns, Fgura does not have a traditional historic village core with winding…
Manínska Tiesňava, or the Manín Gorge, is a national nature reserve, and it is the narrowest canyon in Slovakia. It is located in the Súľov Mountains, just a few kilometers from the town of Považská Bystrica. This stunning limestone canyon was carved by the Manínsky potok stream, and it cuts through the mountain ridge that…
Mirador La Cruz de Hilda is a scenic viewpoint located in the Teno Rural Park, on the island of Tenerife. A “mirador” is a purpose-built lookout point, usually situated at a high elevation to offer expansive views of the surrounding landscape. This mirador is located on the main TF-436 road, just a few kilometers above…
Acrocorinth is a monolithic rock that rises dramatically above the ancient city of Corinth, and it is located in the Peloponnese region of Greece. This massive limestone hill reaches an altitude of 575 meters. It served as the acropolis for ancient Corinth for thousands of years. It is one of the most impressive and visually…
Kärrbo is a historic parish in the province of Västmanland, Sweden, and it is part of the Västerås Municipality. The parish is defined by its church village, and its identity is centered around a medieval church. It is situated in a rural landscape of open fields and forests, and it is just a short distance…
Saint Francis Bay is a holiday town located in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. It is situated on the coast of the Indian Ocean, at the mouth of the Kromme River. With a permanent population of around 5,000 inhabitants, the town is known for its unique network of man-made canals and its uniform,…
Rabati, also known as the Rabati Castle, is a large medieval fortress located in the city of Akhaltsikhe in southern Georgia. The name “Rabati” is of Arabic origin and means a fortified place, a name that reflects its long history as a defensive stronghold. The fortress is situated on a high, rocky hill on the…
Ängsö is an island and a historic parish located in the province of Västmanland, Sweden. It is situated in Lake Mälaren, the country’s third-largest lake, and it is a part of the Västerås Municipality. The island is most famous for Ängsö Castle, a magnificent and well-preserved castle that has been the center of the island’s…
Cabo Girão is a lofty sea cliff on the southern coast of the island of Madeira, Portugal. The cliff is part of the municipality of Câmara de Lobos. At an elevation of 580 meters, it is one of the highest sea cliffs in Europe. Cabo Girão is a world-famous viewpoint, and it is known for…
Golden Bay is one of the most famous and popular sandy beaches in Malta. It is located on the northwestern coast of the main island, and it is a part of the municipality of Mellieħa. The bay is known for its wide stretch of fine, golden-red sand, and it has some of the most beautiful…