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What places do tourists visit most often? Journalists from Travel Leisure decided to find out. Based on the data provided by the institutions responsible for tourism in different countries ah, a list of the most visited tourist destinations in the world has been compiled. What is the most popular place among tourists? Find out at Fullpicche.
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30th place. The Universal Studios Japan amusement park in Osaka, which opened in 2001. It is visited by 10.1 million people annually. (A photo: [email protected]/flickr.com). 
29th place. The Disney's Animal Kingdom amusement park in Florida is the largest of all the amusement parks owned by Walt Disney World Resort. It is also the second largest amusement park in the world. It is visited by 10.2 million people annually. (Photo: Ana Paula Hirama/flickr.com). 
28th place. Disneyland Paris, which opened in 1992, is located on the outskirts of Paris, in Marne-la-Vallee. It is visited by 10.4 million people annually. (Photo: Christian Bortes/flickr.com). 
27th place. Sacré-Coeur Basilica, which is located on the picturesque hill of Montmartre in Paris. Its bell tower houses one of the largest bells in the world. This cathedral attracts 10.5 million people annually. (Photo: Son of Groucho/flickr.com). 
26th place. The Great Wall of China (Wanli Changcheng) is the largest building structure of ancient China, consisting of defensive fortifications erected in different time in order to protect the northern borders of the country from the nomadic peoples of the North. It is visited by 10.7 million people annually. (Photo: Shutterstock) 
25th place. With 11 chapels, 45 altars and countless statues, Saint Peter's Basilica in the Vatican was created by the greatest architects and artists of the Renaissance and Baroque eras. 11 million people visit this place every year. (Photo: Chris Yunker/flickr.com). 
24th place. Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. This amusement park, located on a plot of 12,000 hectares, is one of the largest entertainment complexes in the world. It is visited by 11.2 million people annually. (Photo: Evan Wohrman/flickr.com). 
23rd place. The San Antonio waterfront in San Antonio, Texas. For a long time, this embankment was neglected and overgrown with weeds. However, the city authorities decided to change this, and by investing 72 million dollars, they created the most picturesque place in the city, which attracts thousands for tourists and locals. Every year 11.5 million people go there. (Photo: jjsala/flickr.com). 
22nd place. South Street of the Seaport in New York. The cobbled streets, buildings, and waterfront that formed this 19th-century New York waterfront, known as "Sail Street," have now become one of the city's most popular attractions. Every year this tourist center is visited by 12 million people. (Photo: Patricia Hallstein/flickr.com). 
21st place. Balboa Park is the largest tourist attraction in San Diego. There are a large number of museums and historical buildings of the 19th and 20th centuries, built in the Spanish style and with colorful gardens. More than 12 million people visit this place every year. (Photo: Osbornb/flickr.com). 
20th place. Golden Gate Park is located in San Francisco and covers an area of 4.1 square kilometers. It is visited by 13 million people a year. (Photo: Mila Zinkova/Wikimedia). 
19th place. Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, which is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture, is visited by 14 million people every year. (Photo: Shutterstock). 
18th place. Tokyo Disney Sea is an amusement park whose main motive is various myths and legends associated with the sea. More than 14 million tourists visit it every year. (Photo: JoshBerglund19/flickr.com). 
17th place. Golden Gate National Recreation Area in San Francisco. This is an ideal place for a picnic and just relaxing among the greenery. 14.2 million people come there every year. (Photo: Frank Schulenburg/flickr.com). 
16th place. The Forbidden City in Beijing is the former residence of the emperors of the Ming and Qing dynasties, which houses about 800 palaces. For five centuries the residence was closed to the outside world. Every year 15.3 million people come here. (Photo: Shutterstock). 
15th place. Disneyland in Anaheim, California. Every year, 16.2 million people have fun there. (Photo: HarshLight/flickr.com). 
14th place. Disneyland Tokyo opened in 1983 and was the first Disney theme park outside of the United States. Every year it is visited by 17.2 million people. (Photo: fortherock/lickr.com). 
13th place. Faneuil Hall Marketplace in Boston is a lively marketplace where you can buy a wide variety of goods from all over the world. About 18 million people visit it every year. (Photo: Masayuki (Yuki) Kawagishi/flickr.com) 
12th place. Disney World's Magic Kingdom in Orlando, which opened in 1971, has 18.5 million visitors annually. (Photo: versageek/flickr.com). 
11th place. The Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico is the largest temple of the Virgin Mary in the world, visited by 20 million people every year. (Photo: Janothird/wikimedia.org). 
10th place. Grand Central Station in New York is the largest train station in the world. It is visited by 21.6 million people annually. (Photo: Rob Young/wikimedia.org). 
9th place. A total of 21.6 million people a year come to admire Niagara Falls from the Canadian and American sides. No wonder, because this place makes a huge and indelible impression, regardless of the season. (Photo: Michael Muraz/flickr.com). 
8th place. Senso-ji is the oldest Buddhist temple in Tokyo, built in 628. It is visited by 30 million people every year. (Photo: Wei-Te Wong/flickr.com). 
7th place. The Meiji Jingu Shrine in Tokyo was built over 100 years ago in honor of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken. Currently, it is visited by at least 30 million people annually. Despite such a large number of visitors, one can find peace and tranquility there. The temple is surrounded by a forest with more than 100,000 trees. (Photo: Meiji Jingu/flickr.com) 
6th place. The Las Vegas Strip is a part of Las Vegas Boulevard about 6.8 kilometers long. The Las Vegas Strip is home to nineteen of the twenty-five largest hotels in the world by number of rooms. The Las Vegas Strip is visited by 30.5 million people annually. (Photo: David Stanley/flickr.com). 
5th place. Train Station in Washington - Union Station - ranked fifth among the most visited tourist places in the world. It is visited by 40 million people every year. (Photo: F Delventhal/flickr.com). 
4th place. Central Park is the green symbol of New York. Every year, about 40 million people pass through its streets, for whom this the best place for relaxing on the grass in a densely built-up city. (Photo: Abir Anwar/flickr.com). 
3rd place. Times Square in New York has topped the list of the world's most visited tourist destinations for many years. In the latest ranking, however, he took only third place. This most famous square in the US is visited by 50 million people every year. (Photo: MK Feeney/flickr.com). 
2nd place. Zocalo Square (Constitution Square) in Mexico City is one of the largest in the world. It was founded by conquistadors in the 16th century on the site where the center of the Aztec capital Tenochtitlan used to be. Nowadays it is a very busy square where people like to sit on benches, stone steps or high curbs. It is visited by 85 million people annually. (Photo: David Jones/flickr.com). 
1st place in the ranking of the most visited places in the world by tourists was taken by the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul. The Grand Bazaar is a vast maze of thousands of shops, stalls, fountains and cafes, and a mixture of scents, colors and people. You can buy almost everything at the Grand Bazaar: clothes, trinkets, carpets, spices and even aphrodisiacs. Buying here is a relentless bargaining and an interesting adventure. This is probably why the Grand Bazaar is the most visited place in the world. Every year, 91.2 million people shop there! (Photo: george ruiz/flickr.com).
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A brief overview of the sights of the world with names and photos
In the last article we talked about and now we want to talk about the sights. This diverse list intertwines cultural, historical and natural monuments known throughout the world. New wonders of the world instead of ancient monuments that have sunk into oblivion are worth paying due attention to each of them.
Machu Picchu, Peru
The "Disappeared City of the Incas" at an unrealistic height of 2500 meters is a truly mysterious and awe-inspiring place. The city was founded by the great ruler of the Incas Pachacutec in 1440. History claims that it was a sacred place of the Inca civilization, and which, after a hundred years, all the inhabitants mysteriously disappeared. No one knows the reasons why the inhabitants abandoned their homes, and where they themselves have gone. A reliable fact is only the invasion of the Spaniards into the territory of the Incas in 1532. But in Machu Picchu, the colonists did not find a single person, despite the flourishing infrastructure and residential buildings.
Sheikh Zayed Mosque, UAE
The best sights of the world, the photo of which does not convey the grandeur of the buildings, includes the Sheikh Zayed Mosque in the capital of the Emirates. The incredible snow-white building occupies a huge area, abounds in wealth and lets everyone into its mansions, regardless of faith or disbelief. The floor of the mosque is covered with white patterned marble, the walls are inlaid with gold, and the minarets pierce the sky with needle-sharp golden spiers. The design of the mosque revealingly illustrates the untold wealth of the Emirates themselves and the state's love for luxury.
Bayon Temple Complex, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Of interest is not so much the temple itself, but its unique stone towers, silently looking from their height at the whole city and its environs. And looking - in the most direct sense. On the stone sculptures are carved faces that modern sculptors would envy. Surrounded by ubiquitous faces, you involuntarily experience admiration and awe at the same time. Initially, there were 54 columns, and only 37 have survived to this day.
Ancient city of Petra, Jordan
Among the endless sandy mountains in the Wadi Musa valley, the majestic city of Petra is lost, the architecture of which amazes the imagination with its monumentality and eternity. It is enough to visit a unique city to understand that these very, very sights of the world deserve the respectable right to be on the list of the best. The fortress grew out of several shallow caves in the rocks, which were used by the ancient nomadic tribes as a temporary habitat. Petra is well preserved because there was and is only one entrance to the city - through a deep narrow gorge, where one cannot pass unnoticed. However, today guests are greeted not by the arrows and stones of the enemy, but by the hospitality of the Bedouins living on the territory of Petra.
Great Wall of China, China
The grandiose visiting card of China is traditionally included in the famous sights of the world and is the longest defensive structure. Its length is about 8 thousand kilometers, and according to some sources - all 10 thousand. It continuously crosses the entire territory of China and falls into the ocean. Why and how such a huge wall was erected is still a mystery. It is most interesting to admire its grandeur at the Mu Tian Yu site, which is the most well restored and open to the public.
Taj Mahal, India
The Taj Mahal temple complex is one of the modern wonders Sveta. Its fascinating history is covered with myriads of romantic legends and tales, and the beauty of the building defies words. The most magnificent sights of the world (photo with names) fade against the backdrop of the breathtaking grandeur of the Taj Mahal. The complex is personified with eternal boundless love, it was built by Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz, who tragically passed away during a difficult birth.
Alhambra, Granada, Spain
Alhambra literally means "Red Castle". The muted red color of the sun-dried clay, from which the castle walls are built, fully justifies this name. According to another version, the castle was called red even during its construction, which was carried out around the clock. At night, the site was illuminated by the lights of thousands of "red torches", the reflections of which gave the structure a mystical red hue. - the most majestic Moorish building in Spain, telling about the times of the invaders and colonizers more clearly than any historical manual.
Milan Cathedral Duomo, Italy
Dozens of sharp gothic spiers pierce the endless Milanese sky in the main city square. The Duomo Cathedral is the best example of Gothic in Italy, the construction of which was carried out over 4 centuries, starting from the end of the XIV. The spiers of the cathedral are not only the most beautiful sights in the world, but also one of the largest on the planet. Their height is more than 100 meters, and the highest one is crowned with a golden statue of the Madonna, which is clearly visible from many parts of Milan. As a guardian angel, she protects the townspeople from evil and misfortune.
Sagrada Familia, Barcelona, Spain
Another great example of Gothic architecture is in Barcelona by the great creator Antonio Gaudi. The construction of the temple is still underway, although the author himself has long been dead. There is a belief that when the Sagrada Familia is built, the end of the world will come. Perhaps that is why the workers are actually in no hurry to complete the project. And the official version of the long-term construction is that the construction is carried out exclusively at the expense of the parishioners.
Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, USA
At the time of completion in 1937, the Golden Gate was the largest suspension bridge on earth, which automatically records it as one of the main attractions of the world. Why is the bridge called a gate? The answer can be obtained by looking at the Golden Gate from above (or from an interactive map). The bridge is the Pacific Ocean's gateway to the calm waters of San Francisco Bay. By the way, “golden” is also not just a beautiful epithet. When the sun's rays fall on the red structure of the bridge at a certain angle, it really shimmers with gold - a truly amazing sight, especially in the shroud of clouds or fog that quite often covers San Francisco.
Chichen Itza, Mexico
The remnants of the former greatness of the mighty Mayan civilization are best revealed to us in the form of pyramids and temples of Chichen Itza - an ancient settlement with a rich history and an immense amount of secrets. The reasons for the oblivion of such a powerful colossus still concern the minds of world historians, therefore Chichen Itza is very popular and takes a well-deserved place in the TOP attractions of the world. The main monument of the Mayan era - the temple of Kukulkan, is a stepped pyramid 24 meters high. Judging by this and other settlement designs, the Maya were excellent mathematicians, engineers, and astronomers.
Statue of Christ the Redeemer, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The majestic monument of Christ with open arms blesses the Brazilian capital from a height of 800 meters. This grandiose building is ahead in popularity and gives odds to many attractions around the world. Several million tourists from all over the world come to the foot of the statue every year to admire the breathtaking view of the city and the picturesque bay.
Angel Falls, Venezuela
The stream of water falling from a height of more than 800 meters is already felt from afar as splashes on the skin. And its noise can be heard from a great distance. Angel Falls, hidden from prying eyes in the jungles of Venezuela, was discovered quite recently, in 1935, the road to it is so impregnable and difficult. Angel's waters fall from the height of Mount Tepui, which in local dialect means Devil's Mountain. A very appropriate name for a sheer rock formation in the heart of the hot South American tropics.
Opera House, Sydney, Australia
Snow-white lotus petals or shells in panoramic photographs of Sydney cannot be confused with anything else. The most popular attractions in the world, including takes pride of place, attract attention with one of their appearance. Travelers going to Australia should definitely include this building in their travel itinerary, because it is a symbol not only of Sydney, but of the whole country, although it appeared relatively recently.
Shwedagon Pagoda, Myanmar
The luxurious inverted begging bowl, every inch of which is lined with gold, is the largest pagoda in the country. Its territory occupies about 5 hectares, shining with luxury, wealth and Buddhist wisdom. Here you can meet griffons and lions, dragons and elephants that adorn and protect the Shwedagon. From just the sight of the spiritual abode of Myanmar comes enlightenment and harmony in the soul and body.
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There are quite a lot of famous places on our planet that fascinate with their beauty. What are the most famous places in the world? The list of these places will be discussed in detail below.
Eiffel Tower in France
The famous Eiffel Tower will be mentioned first. It justifiably takes first place in the list of the most popular places in the world. The Eiffel Tower is an outstanding architectural part of Paris, one of the most famous symbols of the city. Paris is unimaginable without this attraction.
Its height is 300 m. The Eiffel Tower has already attracted more than 200 million guests and is the most visited attraction in the world. It is the most frequently photographed object in France. This building is the subject of curiosity and admiration of millions of people.
To climb this beautiful building, you can use the elevator or stairs. From the height of the tower you can see a wonderful panorama of Paris.
She is the symbol of China. Great Chinese Wall is a great ancient Chinese military building, a real miracle in the history of architecture in the world. She looks like a giant dragon. This landmark is over 2000 years old. Some of its parts have disappeared, some have been preserved in the form of ruins. Part of the wall has been tested for years, under it the country was ruled by great dynasties.
This famous building remains the most fascinating historical monument in the world. This is all thanks to the grandeur of architecture and historical significance. The Great Wall of China is considered greatest miracle which was made by the people of China. Every year, more than 10 million travelers from all over the world come to see this attraction.
You can look at the Great Wall of China in different ways. Some people want to look at famous objects, enjoy the panorama, take a beautiful photo, walk along the wall, use the cable car. Others wish to study the disappeared, unreconstructed or abandoned parts of the wall. But this route is not very safe.
The Great Wall of China is the greatest phenomenon in the field of engineering, one of the most famous monuments of human civilization. In 1987, this attraction was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is the largest defensive structure.
Indian Taj Mahal
This is a very significant monument of India, which was erected in the name of love and devotion to a woman of extraordinary beauty. This famous landmark has no analogues of grandeur. The Taj Mahal is a reflection of the wealth of the era. This building, made of white marble, was the last gift of the Emperor of the Great Mongols Shah Jahan to his wife Mumtaz Mahal.
The emperor was ordered to find the best craftsmen. The Taj Mahal is one of the 7 most majestic monuments on the planet. It is adorned with gold and semi-precious stones. It is one of the favorite subjects for photography. Taj Mahal is the pearl of Muslim culture in India. He was an inspiration for many poets and artists.
Around the Taj Mahal there is a beautiful garden. The garden is considered the epitome of heaven on earth.
Famous Pyramids of Giza
It is an ancient tourist attraction. It is also considered a symbol of ancient Egyptian civilization.
The largest of the pyramids is the Great Pyramid. It contains 2.3 million stone blocks. Great Pyramid considered the only surviving wonder of the ancient world. In our time, this is the most massive building erected in the history of mankind 4500 years ago. The largest of the pyramids is Khufu. It contains 2.3 million blocks of stone. The average weight is 2.5 tons, the maximum is 15 tons. They are so tightly adjacent to each other that no mortar was used during construction.
This pyramid was built for about 20 years. Based on this, a new block was installed every 5 minutes. The Great Sphinx has the body of a lion and the head of a man. It is considered the largest monolithic statue in the world. Its length is 73.5 m, width - 6 m, height of the statue - 20.2 m.
The Sphinx is the most interesting monument of Ancient Egypt. The reason for the erection of such a large sculpture is unknown. There is a version that the Sphinx protected 2 great pyramids (Cheops and Khafre).
Pyramids are the most recognizable symbols of Egypt, as well as the country's center of tourism. Every day from 6 to 10 thousand travelers come to see these sights.
Roman Coliseum
It is the legendary amphitheater of Rome. In the Colosseum, people doomed to die fought and died in order to entertain the free citizens of Rome. The building had 80 entrances and exits. The capacity of the Colosseum is about 50,000 spectators. Modern sports buildings do not even have such a capacity. This testifies to its greatness 2000 years after its construction. This is a famous and at the same time mournful monument to the Roman power of emperors and its cruelty. Inside, behind close-knit rows of arches and columns, the Romans for centuries coolly watched the murders of tens of thousands of condemned criminals, captive warriors, slaves, animals. Almost 2000 years later, it still attracts great interest from visitors.
After the reconstruction carried out 5 years ago, for the first time, underground tunnels were opened for viewing, in which, in ancient times, chained gladiators were waiting to enter the arena.
How many attractions do you think are located on the territory of the largest country in the world? We think no one will name the exact number, because there are so many amazingly beautiful and unique places in Russia!
This country is rich in both natural and man-made attractions, it will surprise you with historical buildings and cultural traditions. In Russia, you can find both incredibly beautiful wooden temples and picturesque corners created by nature just for a pleasant stay.
Of course, most tourists begin their acquaintance with Russia precisely from and where the tourist infrastructure is especially well developed. However, today tours are becoming more and more popular, for example, on the lakes of Karelia, on Baikal and Altai.
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The most interesting and Beautiful places, photos and a short description.
1. St. Basil's Cathedral
Probably the most famous Russian temple, bright and unusual, a real visiting card not only of Moscow, but of the whole country. Basil's Cathedral is remarkable not only for its location right on Red Square, but also for its history, architecture, original decoration and a collection of icons and church valuables.
2. Moscow Kremlin and Red Square
The Kremlin is not just an amazing historical building, but also a symbol of Russian power. It takes a very long time to talk about everything that can be seen on the expanses of Red Square and the Kremlin, this object is still the subject of study by scientists and creates new legends. Of course, visiting Russia and not visiting her heart would be a huge omission!
3. Lake Baikal
Every schoolchild knows that Baikal has the deepest depth on the planet. But to say that this is just the deepest lake means not to note the amazing atmosphere and beauty of this place. Be sure to rate the cleanliness blue ice Lake Baikal, its amazingly delicious fish and just take a break from the bustle of the city alone with nature.
4. Valley of Geysers in Kamchatka
This valley looks like it was transferred from another planet. This is the most extensive territory with geysers in the world and the only one in all of Eurasia! If you want to see one of the Seven Wonders of Russia, take a helicopter tour, which is carried out in accordance with strict rules and only under the supervision of a guide.
5. The architectural ensemble of Kizhi
This amazing creation is located on an island on Lake Onega and is unique in its kind. The openwork church, built, just imagine, without a single nail, exclusively with an ax, the bell tower, a beautiful fence and the unique color of the Kizhi ensemble do not leave anyone indifferent.
6. Kazan Kremlin
It's not just a historical site. cultural heritage, and a museum-reserve, the only center of Tatar culture and traditions on the planet. The Kazan Kremlin has been perfectly preserved, retaining its unique features and appearance. This Tatar fortress is located in the very center, so you definitely won’t pass by.
7. Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin
Built back in the 16th century, the Kremlin in Novgorod surprises with impregnable walls with narrow loopholes, blind towers stretching for several levels, and fortifications. The Cathedral of the Archangel Michael is also located here. Until now, the Kremlin remains the cultural and administrative center of the city, there are two museums and the Center for Contemporary Art.
8. Golden Ring of Russia
Of course, the ring is symbolic, uniting eight ancient Russian cities. The Golden Circle trails have become very popular weekend tours, where you can see the most interesting places, etc. Monasteries, churches, original souvenirs and simply beautiful nature will make a trip around the Golden Ring memorable and interesting.
9. Church of the Intercession on the Nerl
A masterpiece of world architecture, an elegant building that stands on a meadow, in a place where the Nerl River joins the Klyazma. This architectural monument is surely called the most lyrical, unusual and beautiful. The temple, standing alone on the banks of the river, harmoniously blended into the surrounding nature, it seems to be an integral part of it.
10. State Tretyakov Gallery
The largest Russian museum, which has collected a lot of masterpieces by Russian masters and not only. Starting with a private collection, today the Tretyakov Gallery is known throughout the world and is a federal museum. You can wander through the halls of this gallery for hours, and many paintings deserve a separate story, they are so important for world culture.
11. Hermitage
This St. Petersburg museum celebrated its 250th anniversary in 2014 and is one of the most extensive collections of art masterpieces on the planet. The Hermitage collection contains more than 3 million exhibits, including not only paintings, but also sculptures, numismatics, archaeological artifacts, as well as objects of applied art.
12. Bolshoi Theater
One of the most important, significant opera and ballet theaters on the planet. The Bolshoi Theatre, which not so long ago "survived" a large-scale reconstruction, is located in the center of Moscow and attracts not only theater-goers, but also those who would just like to get to know its features and magnificent decoration better. We warn you that it will not be easy to get tickets for the premiere at the Bolshoi Theater, and their price may unpleasantly surprise the provincials.
13. Peterhof
A luxurious, truly royal residence near St. Petersburg, founded by Peter the Great, is known for its parks and fountains, the magnificent decoration of the Grand Palace and pavilions. The system of cascades and fountains of Peterhof is the largest in the world! Moreover, all the fountains are decorated in the same style, with numerous sculptures.
14. Street Old Arbat
The most famous street in Moscow, sung by poets, writers and artists. Now the Arbat is the most touristic street in the capital, closed to cars and famous for its souvenir shops, shops, street musicians and artists. It is nice to sit in a cafe here, just take a walk along the street, which has retained its historical charm.
15. Mamayev Kurgan and the sculpture "The Motherland Calls"
Mamaev Kurgan during the Great Patriotic War played a very great strategic importance, became a place of bloody battles. Now there is a memorial complex here, the most noticeable part of which was the statue "Motherland Calls". The complex has become the most visited in Russia, due to its location it is clearly visible from a distance of tens of kilometers.
16. Cable-stayed bridges in Vladivostok
The need to build bridges that should connect different parts scattered along the banks of the Golden Horn has been talked about for more than a hundred years. However, this large-scale project, which changed the face of the city, was only realized in 2012. Now Vladivostok is adorned with two of the largest cable-stayed bridges in the country, and the bridge to Russky Island with the longest span on the planet is included in the Guinness Book of Records.
17. Pillars of weathering - Manpupuner
The Manpupuner Plateau is located in the northern part of the Urals and is famous for its weathering pillars - massive stone statues created by nature. Now it is a reserve, which can be visited only on the basis of a special permit. The height of individual pillars reaches 42 meters; this place was important in the religious beliefs of the Mansi.
18. Kungur cave
This is the pearl of the Urals - an ice cave, which is considered the most beautiful of all the gypsum caves on the planet. Today, the Kungur cave, located in the ancient city of the same name, is the only one in the country specially equipped for excursions. You can walk between the frozen "sculptures" of ice and stone, visit the restaurant at the entrance and stay right at the local hotel.
19. Volcanoes of Kamchatka
It is noteworthy that the inhabitants of Kamchatka are not afraid of their volcanoes. They are not very active, decorating the landscape with their dark silhouettes. Which of the Kamchatka volcanoes is the most beautiful? You can argue about this for a very long time! Usually called Kronotsky, Koryaksky and Klyuchevsky volcanoes, which have become real symbols of the region, as the highest.
20. Lena Pillars
This natural park is located in Yakutia, on the Lena River. Boat tours along the majestic, simply striking in their size and unusual appearance of the pillars created by nature, are very popular. In general, the complex consists of two separate sections, occupying a total area of about 81,000 hectares.
21. Sayano-Shushenskaya HPP
This is already a landmark, if you can call it the largest hydroelectric power station in the country, created by man. It took a very long time to build the Sayano-Shushenskaya HPP, faced with such difficulties as cracks in the dam. In 2009, a major accident occurred at the station, and it was only possible to restore it in the fall of 2014.
22. Kul Sharif Mosque
According to legend, after Russian troops took Kazan in the 16th century, the mosque was burned to the ground, and Kul Sharif himself, the warrior and prophet of Muhammad, was killed. However, the outlines of that mosque remained, which simply amazed the conquerors. As a result, Ivan the Terrible repeated them in St. Basil's Cathedral. The mosque in Kazan was rebuilt and opened in 2005 and has now become an ornament of the whole city.
23. Shikhans in Bashkiria
This is the highest rocky massif of the entire Upper Urals, three mountains that appear to be warriors protecting this region - Kush-Tau, Tra-Tau and Yurak-Tau, the three brothers of Shikhan. The fourth mountain was almost completely used in the extraction of raw materials for the plant in Sterlitamak. Shikhany in Bashkiria are known for their wonderful nature and amazing geology - they are from coral reefs, because the Ural Sea once raged here.
24. Elbrus
The highest mountain in Russia. And if we take into account the fact that there is still no clear border between Europe and Asia, then throughout the European territory. Of course, not everyone can climb its 5642 meters, but the surroundings of Elbrus still enjoy the glory of one of the most beautiful regions of Russia, with its ancient history and special atmosphere.
25. Trans-Siberian Railway
The Trans-Siberian is the longest railway line in the world. This highway stretches for 9298 kilometers! Almost across the country. The Trans-Siberian Railway connects the European part of Russia with Siberia and the Far Eastern regions, plays a huge role in the history and economy of the country. The construction of the Trans-Siberian began in 1891, so now the authorities intend to reconstruct the line.
26. Golden Mountains of Altai
Steppes and tundra, semi-deserts and mountains, pristine lakes and amazing caves, fast rivers and alpine meadows are united in this section of the vast expanses of Russia. In the Golden Mountains of Altai, cedar forests have been preserved, it is here that the highest mountain of Siberia - Belukha, the Altai pearl - Lake Teletskoye and a lot of other interesting things are located.
27. Krasnoyarsk Reserve Stolby
Just a few kilometers from the outskirts is the Stolby nature reserve, which was founded back in 1925. The main feature of the reserve is the cliffs that rise above the taiga, surprising with their variety of shapes and colors, as well as their sizes - up to 100 meters. The nature of the Stolby reserve is very beautiful and diverse, which attracts tourists.
28. Wrangel Island
One of the most inaccessible nature reserves not only in Russia, but throughout the world, is located in the Arctic and is primarily known as a favorite place for polar bears, whose females breed their cubs here. In winter, Wrangel Island is very deserted, but in summer, on a polar day, you can come to admire the untouched nature of the Arctic.
29. Cruiser Aurora
It makes no sense to describe the most famous Russian ship. Everyone who studied in a Soviet school is well aware of the song dedicated to him, and the history, and participation in the 1917 revolution. Now it is a museum cruiser, which has now left the "eternal parking" and went to the shipyards for a major overhaul. The Aurora should return to the berth of the northern capital in 2016.
30. Pole of Cold Oymyakon
Yakutia is the coldest of all inhabited regions of the Northern Hemisphere. Exactly locality Oymyakon was recognized as the coldest place - the temperature here dropped to minus 71.2 degrees! In honor of this, a memorial sign, the so-called "Pole of Cold", was erected. At the same time, already at minus 50 degrees, local residents hear the “whisper of the stars”, a noise that looks more like wind or falling grains. It actually freezes the person's breath.
The 7 wonders of the world are grandiose, unique and inimitable monuments of sculpture and architecture that have ever been created by man. Is it a human? Looking at them, it is hard to imagine that these are the creations of the hands of people who lived thousands of years ago in a world where high technology had not yet been invented.
Sights of antiquity - 7 wonders of the world
1. Pyramid of Cheops
There is a building in Giza that strikes not with its antiquity: it is more than 3000 years old, but with its height. Until 1311, it was the tallest building on the planet. Its height is 138.75 meters. According to scientists, if we take into account all the factors in the development of technologies of those times, it took more than 20 years to build the pyramid.If this is a creation of human hands, which scientists are still arguing about, tens of thousands of people were involved in the work on this ancient structure. The height of the pyramid can be compared with the height of a 50-story building. The weight of one stone block from which this miracle was built is 15 tons. It is built on a hill, which again raises a lot of questions. How was it possible to lift 15-ton blocks to a hill?
2. Hanging Gardens of Babylon
These gardens were built for the beautiful Amethys, the wife of King Nebuchadnezzar II, who brought her to Babylon. The depressing landscapes of the desert made the girl sad, because she grew up among high mountains and vast green plains. He ordered the construction of gardens for her, which looked like a pyramid of four tiers and platforms. Reeds, fertile soil were laid on the platforms, and then plants of extraordinary beauty were planted. An ingenious system built into the structure refreshed the plantings with the purest water. 
3. Statue of Zeus at Olympia
A golden statue erected in honor of the god Zeus by the famous sculptor Phidias. According to scientists, the gold from which it was created is worth 8 million dollars. This miraculous statue is located in Athens.4. Temple of Artemis at Ephesus
This huge temple was built in Turkey, in honor of the goddess Artemis. The beauty of this building and its grandiose scale are amazing. It is hard to imagine that this man-made structure was built by ordinary residents of the city of Ephesus. According to legend, Artemis brought happiness to the family and gave children to those who turned to her in prayers. 
The temple is built of columns. The height of each is 18 meters. The width of the structure is 52 meters, and the length is 105.
5. Mausoleum at Halicarnassus
This architectural monument was erected by the ruler Mausolus in the 4th century BC. The beauty of the building is worthy of kings, and the grandeur and scale of the building are admired by tourists from all over the world.6. Colossus of Rhodes
In Greece, you can admire the majestic statue of the sun god - Helios. Rising to a height of 36 meters in the harbor of the city of Rhodes, she "welcomes" the sunrise over the sea, shining in the morning rays of a new day.7. Lighthouse of Alexandria
The world's first lighthouse, whose height is 30 meters. He became a "pioneer-guide" for the ancient ships that plied the coastal waters. A striking building and monument of art, striking in its grandeur and magnificence.The world is full of mysteries and wonders. Russia captivates not only with the beauty of white birch trees and the noise of green oak forests. There are wonderful places in this corner of the planet that delight and beckon with their unique architecture, reflecting the richness of the Russian soul.
The most famous places in Russia
The main symbol of Russia is Red Square. The main symbol of the Russian soul is St. Basil's Cathedral.Red Square - the main attraction of Russia
Red Square is the heart of Russia, which strikes with grandeur and simplicity, like the Russian soul. Not everyone knows that Red Square got its name because of its color. In ancient Russia, the word "red" was translated as beautiful. Indeed, Red Square is worthy of admiration. Exactly this famous place in Russia, which every tourist who visits the country considers it his duty to visit. 
It was built in the 15th century on top of a hill. At all times it was the main place of cultural life of the country. Since 1918, military parades and demonstrations began to be held on it. Since 1917, it has become the main necropolis of the country. Russian soldiers who died for Soviet power were buried in the Kremlin wall. The mausoleum was erected on the square to the great leader of the proletariat.
St. Basil's Cathedral
It is a symbol of Russia for many inhabitants of the planet. Compared to other temples that took centuries to build, the cathedral was built in 5 years. By decree of Ivan the Terrible, who wanted to perpetuate his victory over Kazan in history, the collection began to be built in 1555. The beauty of the building was perfection in architectural art. In Russia, there was not a single monument that could compete with this majestic cathedral. So that another structure of such beauty would never be built anywhere else, Ivan the Terrible ordered to deprive the main architect of the cathedral of his sight. So the man who left the most beautiful building in Russia and the world paid for his talent. 
Europe is another corner of the earth that delights with the beauty of its sights.
Sights of Europe
Italy. La Scala Theater is the most famous temple of art in Europe. His appearance was already destined by fate. When preparing the site for the construction of the foundation, the builders during the excavations discovered an old fresco, which depicted the face of the famous mime of Ancient Rome - Pylades. It was a good sign for the construction of one of the most beautiful buildings in Europe. 
On the occasion of its opening, Salieri specially wrote an opera, which was first performed on stage in 1778. There were no lamps in the hall. It was illuminated by light that reflected off the scenery. This effect created an unforgettable impression, causing delight in the public.
To visit Asia is tantamount to jumping from a bird's eye view into the abyss of the ocean. There is something to see here. There is much to admire here.
What are the places to visit in Asia?
Mysterious India is a paradise for lovers of architectural monuments. It is not only churches that catch the eye with exotic beauty. The mausoleum of the Taj Mahal is the most beautiful building in the world. This is a symbol of eternal love, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in honor of the deceased wife of Mumtaz Mahal. In 1983, UNESCO included it in the list of World Heritage architecture. 
The Blue Mosque of Turkey is another attraction worth seeing. It was built for 7 years by believers, in compliance with all the canons of the church. Her blue "arrows" ascend to the sky, causing awe in the soul from beauty and grandeur.
But there is a place in the world that excites the minds of mankind.
The most popular attraction in the world
ancient and mysterious city the Incas, over the secrets of which the great minds of the whole world struggle. 
Machu Picchu is the city of the most powerful empire in the world, which consisted of only 1200 people. Erected at an altitude of 2057 meters, it became a sacred haven for the "chosen ones" who, for unknown reasons, one day mysteriously disappeared, leaving the city deserted. For 400 years it "rested" in complete desolation, until in 1911 it was found by a scientist from America, Hiram Bingham. 200 temples have survived to this day, causing controversy why such a small number of people needed such a large number of them.
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