4
Breathtaking Places To Visit During Summer
Every traveler’s
first description upon reaching a place is the people and is the nature. They
observe the people, the sounds and the culture. As they
say “Sawadekap” in Thai and “Vanakkam” in Tamil to be one
of the locals. They immerse themselves in the culture
and heritage of their host countries..
Our planet
is filled with amazing nature and beautiful scenery. Some
view’s are so breathtaking that one can only imagine if that’s even
possible. Watching the Northern Lights take over the sky, one can only feel the
goosebumps. Among all the negativity, tensions and tears that surrounds
our planet; nature definitely offers the best comfort.
Since it’s
summer and we are all in the midst of planning our trips, I decided
to put together the five breathtaking places one
should explore. Our planet is wondrous and beautiful. Being out there
and discovering its hidden secrets is the best part of life, so go out and
explore the world.
1. Bora-Bora, Philippines.
So let’s
start from one of the most famous regions of the world, Bora-Bora Island,
Philippines. This island has become one of the biggest tourist hub spots after
Bali, Indonesia and Phuket, Thailand. Every year after the end of monsoon, it
receives more than 100,000 tourists from all around the world.
It’s white
sand beaches make it perfect for snorkeling and diving. It’s amazing sea
habitat makes everyone want to explore more of it. However, the secret
attraction is its hiking trails that go through the forest, which often leads
to amazing waterfalls. Some say, it’s a drop of heaven, well what else do you
need if you’ve got good food, white sandy beaches, and amazing waterfalls.
Plus, the
nightlife is traditional, wild and exciting; always leading you to
unexpected adventures. If you haven’t decided on a place, then this is the
perfect place to go to this summer.
2. Reykjavik, Iceland.
Iceland is
known for its gender equality, feminism and it’s high living standards. It’s
also known for its Viking heritage, beautiful glaciers and its unique
languages. For many, it’s the “Frozen” wonderland; living there would be a
fairy-tale come true. However, the highlight of Iceland is its breathtaking
nature.
Its
glaciers are well preserved and the Northern Lights can be seen in the sky
almost every night. Even from the capital, one can witness these
lights taking over the sky. The usual explanations I hear is a fantasy vision
of how the Northern Lights appeared. In reality, however, the Aurora Borealis
are rather mellow and light. If you’re lucky you might find a few shades of
colors, if not, they usually appear in apple green, holy yellow and slightly
blue. They’re best viewed from mid-August till the end of September.
Compared
to Sweden, Finland, and Norway, the Aurora Borealis is best viewed from
Iceland. The small size of the country and the the lack of
towering skyscrapers allows the lights to be seen more
clearly. So if you’re in Europe, skip crowded Rome and head to Iceland.
3. Borneo, Malaysia.
Malaysia
is a country known for its startups, multiculturalism, immense traditions and
shopping. It’s also famous for its good food and friendly culture. Nominated as
one of the most progressive countries in Asia after Japan and Singapore, it’s a
thriving nation for the young and old.
With
approximately 7 million people, it’s a country which is surrounded by amazing
rain-forests as well as beautiful islands. However, there are two parts of
Malaysia, the East Malaysia, and the West Malaysia. Borneo is from the West
Malaysia. Borneo is a land which still holds strongly to its traditions as well
as to its flora and fauna.
Malaysia
is suitable for a visit almost all year except during its Monsoon period,
which would be from November to February. If you’re there, you’ll be able
to enjoy the beautiful nature with all kinds of insects and animals such as
Orangutans, Tigers, and Tapirs while taking a relaxing walk through the
forest. Furthermore, if you enjoy culture, then you’ll be able to enjoy the
various tribes that are still maintaining the sacredness of Borneo.
Finally,
if you want to give yourself a challenge, then take a hike up Mt. Kinabalu to
experience the fresh mountain air and watch the breathtaking view.
4. Mount Damavand, Iran.
Over the
centuries, Iran has become a prominent country. It has been portrayed
in romantic novels and Persian legends. It is the only nation that
practices Parsi or Farsi. They are famous for their amazing food,
beautiful culture, traditional colorful mosques and amazing films.
One of
their best festivals is their New Year Festival, Nowruz. It’s celebrated at the
start of Spring, with a spread of nuts, flowers, and good food. It’s celebrated
to embrace and thank the harvest.
However,
the best part of Iran is its beautiful nature, in particular, the Mount Damavand. It’s
located 80 Kilometers outside Tehran and usually takes up to two whole days of
travelling to reach the peak. For those passionate about hikes and enjoy a nice
mountain view, this is definitely a treat. This is the mountain which features
in various Persian Folktales and is usually a part of various inspiring
stories. Surprisingly this is one mountain that’s covered in snow all year
long.
BY LAKSHANIKA LAMMEERA
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