LAKE WINDERMERE

One of the more popular recreation lakes in the Columbia Valley region of
British Columbia, Canada. Located in the Rocky Mountain Trench of British
Columbia.

Summer activities on the lake during the summer months are plentiful. The
most popular are water sports like water-skiing, boating and jet skiing.
However, there are lots of other activities enjoyed at the lake including
swimming, canoeing, beachcombing, picnicking, wind surfing,
fishing, birding, hiking, sail boarding,
sailing and kayaking.

FOREST OF KNIVES, MADAGASCAR

Razor-sharp vertical limestone formations and rocks in Madagascar.
The formations are also known as Tsingy, in Malagasy. This means “the
place that one cannot walk”, and its clear why!

These magical formations have been around for millions of years, a sheer
shout out to mother-earths splendor. Many forms of wildlife thrive here!
Certain species of spiders, lizards, snakes, lemurs and birds have
adapted to the harsh conditions and exist here.

The forest of knives is characterized by maze like corridors, humid caves
and razor sharp stones on the ground. The razors stones are sharp
enough to tear through equipment and flesh with ease, making the place
out of reach for most.

One of the most dangerous places on the planet, it has
been estimated that the forest has the largest underground cave system in
the world. Which is all good if you love spelunking, but for the rest of us the
walk way bridges well above the razor sharp grounds are breathtaking.

HA LONG BAY, VIETNAM

For many, the seascape of Ha Long Bay is synonymous with Vietnam.
Cruises sail emerald green waters among hundreds of exotic islands and
islets, stopping at spectacular caves through which visitors can explore.

You can view impressive, centuries-old formations and many more natural
wonders. Ha Long Bay’s mystical beauty has made it a must-see
attraction within the country.

Ha Long Bay is not just a UNESCOlisted site, it’s also home to a number
of fishing communities who have lived on the water for centuries. You can
take a boat tour around a floating village for a glimpse of this rare and
beautiful way of life.

There are also countless routes in the bay to keep climbing junkies
entertained. Deep water soloing is becoming increasingly popular in
beautiful Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay, especially on Butterfly Island.

PAMUKKALE, TURKEY

Pamukkale, which means “cotton castle” in Turkish, is a natural site in
Denizli in southwestern Turkey. The area is famous for a carbonate
mineral left by the flowing water.

Throughout the ages, the hot waters of Pamukkale were always told to
have some healing powers. There is a legend that tells the story of
a young, ugly girl who lived in a little village near Pamukkale. She was so
ugly that nobody wanted to be with her.

She became so desperate and
lonely that she wanted to kill herself. She jumped off the highest cascade,
but rather than being crushed to death, she fell in to one of the water
pools.

The magical powers of the water washed away her burdens and she
became beautiful beyond compare. When she climbed out of the pool, she
met the lord of Denizli and he was so taken by her beauty that he fell in love
with her and asked her to marry him. They lived happily ever after!