Trips 2024, October

Prison and tasting room for bears

Prison and tasting room for bears

Live bears may well be an attraction in a certain area and attract many tourists. This happened in Canada and Turkey, where a prison and a tasting room for bears are equipped. To gaze at the clubfoot, to be surprised at the resourcefulness of the locals and to take memorable pictures are the tasks of every brave traveler who has looked into the light of the Canadian city of Churchill and Turkish Trabzon.

6 interesting facts about the Lena river

6 interesting facts about the Lena river

Many rivers are called great. But few of them can compare with the Lena - a mighty, full-flowing, harsh Siberian river. It flows down from the spurs of the Baikal ridge and rolls its waters to the Arctic Ocean. Rather, to the Laptev Sea, part of the ocean.

Former pirate cities - what is there now

Former pirate cities - what is there now

Caravels with fearless corsairs and black flags on masts, buried treasures waiting for their owners, ghosts of gentlemen of fortune - all these are not inventions of writers, but a very real past of some still existing settlements on Earth. What else can the former pirate cities tell us about?

Amazing exhibits of the Historical Museum in Moscow

Amazing exhibits of the Historical Museum in Moscow

The State Historical Museum of Moscow contains cultural monuments of Russia and other countries from past eras. All exhibits in the museum are unique and tell about the history of bygone times. Despite the huge number of exhibits, among them there are those that are especially popular with visitors and arouse greater interest.

5 entertaining legends and facts about the Arkhangelskoye estate

5 entertaining legends and facts about the Arkhangelskoye estate

The Arkhangelskoye Estate is a unique architectural ensemble created by the most famous Russian and European architects of the past. Magnificent palace buildings, fountains, ponds, parks, bridges, gazebos, churches embody the history of the old estate.

The most dangerous inhabitants of the Red Sea reefs

The most dangerous inhabitants of the Red Sea reefs

Thousands of tourists expect excellent diving from the Red Sea, because it is in these waters that you can find the most beautiful underwater world on the planet. If you decide to scuba dive, then it is better to find out in advance what you can encounter underwater and which of the most dangerous inhabitants of the Red Sea reefs can cause a ruined vacation.

4 abandoned ghost towns

4 abandoned ghost towns

Dead cities, abandoned by their inhabitants for various reasons, are now popular tourist attractions. Many travelers dream of taking pictures of themselves against the backdrop of eerie deserted buildings to walk the streets of 4 abandoned ghost towns, look into broken windows, greedily gaze grabbing dust-covered children's toys, broken furniture and dishes, taking pictures of themselves against the backdrop of eerie deserted buildings.

3 most active underwater volcanoes

3 most active underwater volcanoes

Active volcanoes on land have long been counted and carefully mapped, and under the ocean, scientists are still waiting for unexpected surprises - even in our time, when satellites are able to fix even the smallest objects on Earth, it is constantly becoming known about new underwater peaks that can erupting clouds of gas and causing earthquakes and tsunamis.

The second deepest cave in the world - Voronya

The second deepest cave in the world - Voronya

Of the 10 deepest caves on the planet, 4 are in Abkhazia. This is not surprising - three quarters of the territory of this country is occupied by the spurs of the Main Caucasian ridge. Two underground cavities of the mountain range with the coffee name Arabica constantly compete with each other for the right to be called the deepest.

Marsaxlokk - the most picturesque Maltese village

Marsaxlokk - the most picturesque Maltese village

The Maltese archipelago is the pearl of the Mediterranean, an island of wonders, whose history begins in the distant Neolithic, about which there is a lot of architectural evidence. Despite the fact that in this tiny country every town is interesting and distinctive, there are places that are considered iconic for any tourist:

5 entertaining facts about the Kuskovo estate

5 entertaining facts about the Kuskovo estate

The Kuskovo estate in Moscow is considered one of the most famous architectural masterpieces of the 18th century. The residence was not inferior in scope to the royal palaces and parks. The estate was built over several years and combines different architectural trends.

Interesting facts about the Putorana plateau

Interesting facts about the Putorana plateau

Thoughts about the overpopulation of the planet, as a rule, come to minds of the inhabitants of megalopolises and big cities. In fact, there are many territories on Earth that are not just not developed, they are not even touched by civilization.

Top 5 tallest skyscrapers in the world

Top 5 tallest skyscrapers in the world

"Whose House Is Higher" - this competition continues throughout the history of mankind. In recent decades, the development of technology has given impetus to permanent competition. Innovation makes skyscrapers durable, and human ambition makes them all the more interesting and attractive.

Wrangel Island - the land of walruses and polar bears

Wrangel Island - the land of walruses and polar bears

There is a place in Russia that has been preserved pristine for thousands of years. This is Wrangel Island. All due to the fact that its conditions are not suitable for the existence of people. But the island has become home to polar bears, walruses, etc.

Franz Josef Land - the harsh Far North, where you can sail on an icebreaker

Franz Josef Land - the harsh Far North, where you can sail on an icebreaker

A harsh land, an icy archipelago, where the northernmost point of Russia is located … An amazing area, unlike any other … Do you want to make an incredible journey that you can tell your friends about for a long time? Then head to Franz Josef Land.

Interesting legends and facts about the Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve

Interesting legends and facts about the Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve

The Kolomenskoye Museum-Reserve is one of the unique sights of Moscow. This place combines the spirit of Russian history and modern trends. Magnificent gardens with oak trees of the Peter's era, picturesque natural landscape, ancient temples, buildings of different eras - all this harmoniously combines on the territory of the estate.

Where to find dinosaurs in St. Petersburg?

Where to find dinosaurs in St. Petersburg?

Each of us has repeatedly seen dinosaurs in movies and in pictures. At the same time, we forget that once it was dinosaurs who were the masters of the planet. Iguanodons frolicked in what is now Belgium and Spain. Amargasaurs inhabited Argentina (which did not yet exist).

Top 6 most impressive cable cars in the world

Top 6 most impressive cable cars in the world

The cable car is not just a quick way to get from one place to another, usually difficult to reach. This is one of the favorite entertainment of tourists, and an opportunity to get a vivid experience. Because the views that open from the cabin of any cable car are their main advantage.

New sites on the UNESCO World Heritage List

New sites on the UNESCO World Heritage List

New sites on the UNESCO World Heritage List are a signal for avid tourists: it's time to plan a new trip to distant, and in some cases, not so shores. Much that you might have missed on previous trips is now recognized as masterpieces of architecture, unique natural monuments, and historical heritage.

Juscar - the village of smurfs in Andalusia

Juscar - the village of smurfs in Andalusia

The white towns and villages of Andalusia are a huge tourist attraction. In the list of these charming places, you can also find Huskar - the village of Smurfs, which differs from other similar settlements in that all the facades of its houses are painted not in the traditional white color, which provides coolness in summer, but in blue.

Amusing legends and facts about the Abramtsevo Estate Museum

Amusing legends and facts about the Abramtsevo Estate Museum

The Abramtsevo Museum-Reserve is an amazing place in the Moscow region, known for its picturesque views and special atmosphere. Since the 18th century, the estate was owned by the A. M. Volynsky, F. I. Golovina, L. V. Molchanova, S. T. Aksakova, S.

The tallest waterfalls in the world

The tallest waterfalls in the world

You can look at the water falling from a height, as well as at the blazing fire, forever. It is not surprising that absolutely all the cascades of the world gather around them many fans, whose number goes to thousands when it comes to the highest waterfalls in the world.

Interesting facts and legends about the Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve

Interesting facts and legends about the Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve

The Tsaritsyno Museum-Reserve in Moscow is a palace and park ensemble, distinguished by buildings in the Gothic style and picturesque nature. The site for the construction was chosen by the Empress Catherine the Great herself, who was amazed at the beauty of the surrounding landscapes.

Pink Antelope Canyon is one of the wonders of Arizona

Pink Antelope Canyon is one of the wonders of Arizona

An amazing geological formation located in the state of Arizona near the town of Page. The two-part Antelope Canyon attracts thousands of tourists. An unusual combination of colors, an interesting structure of rocks, accessibility for travelers - all this made the canyon incredibly popular among fans of American exoticism, belonging to the descendants of the Navajo Indians.

The most unusual animals that can be seen at the Moscow Zoo

The most unusual animals that can be seen at the Moscow Zoo

There are so many unusual creatures in our world! Moreover, some of them were on the verge of extinction until recently and have survived almost miraculously. Without them, our world would be poorer. But, fortunately, we can still see them - for example, at the Moscow Zoo.

Ruskeala - entertaining facts about the Karelian pearl

Ruskeala - entertaining facts about the Karelian pearl

Russia is rich in places that, without exaggeration, can be called the pearls of the country. Karelia, with its low-key cold beauty, corresponds to this status more than others. It attracts with bottomless lakes, relict forests and rare natural monuments.

Rhonda - a look into the abyss

Rhonda - a look into the abyss

One of the most beautiful cities in Andalusia is undoubtedly Ronda. Anyone who comes here for at least one day from the sunny Costa del Sol can throw a look into the abyss over which the city is built. True, there is no escape from the summer heat:

Where to see dinosaurs in Moscow?

Where to see dinosaurs in Moscow?

Even those who are completely uninterested in world history are often partial to dinosaurs. And no wonder. These creatures seem almost fabulous, unreal. But they did exist. It is impossible to imagine them in our world. But they lived here. Many people dream of seeing them with their own eyes.

Unique architectural ensemble "Kizhi": 11 interesting facts

Unique architectural ensemble "Kizhi": 11 interesting facts

There are times when beach activities get bored, and on vacation you want majestic beauty and peace of mind at the same time. Then it is worth taking a closer look at the Russian North, the spiritual center of the country, its embodied history.

7 interesting facts about the Siberian Yenisei river

7 interesting facts about the Siberian Yenisei river

“The place is nice, high and red,” - so the first settlers said about the Yenisei. He inspired not only the Cossack pioneers. Handsome and mighty, the Yenisei at all times was considered the main wonder of Siberia. The second longest river in the country, one of the deepest in the world, the Yenisei passes through the whole of Eastern Siberia, influencing the climate, people and history.