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Would You Dare To Cross Brave Man’s Bridge?

Would You Dare To Cross Brave Man’s Bridge?

If the name hasn’t already given it away, then the pictures below should make it pretty clear that you have to be pretty bold (or crazy) to cross ‘Brave Man’s Bridge’ in Hunan Province, China. The 984 ft long glass-bottomed walkway sits 590 ft (over 180m) above a ravine and has been terrifying tourists since […]

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What Causes These Giant Molehills In The Philippines?

What Causes These Giant Molehills In The Philippines?

While the photos below may look like the handy work of a giant mole, the ‘Chocolate Hills’ in the Bohol province of the Philippines are actually a totally natural occurrence. The mounds are actually made from grass covered limestone and there are estimated to be between 1,260 to 1,776 separate hills in the Bohol province. […]

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See Inside ‘The World’s Best Hotel’

See Inside ‘The World’s Best Hotel’

The Umaid Bhawan Palace in Jodhpur, India has been officially voted the ‘World’s Best Hotel’ by users of the travel website Tripadvisor. The incredible hotel/palace, which still houses the Jodhpur Royal Family in one of its private wings, features 64 luxury suites, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a spa and even marbled squash courts. One […]

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Fancy A Night Out At The World’s First Underwater Nightclub?

Fancy A Night Out At The World’s First Underwater Nightclub?

If you fancy a night out with a bit of difference then the Subsix Nightclub in the Maldives is the ideal location. The swanky restaurant, bar and nightclub is located 20 feet below the surface of the Indian Ocean and offers guests stunning views of the local marine life while they sip a cocktail or […]

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The 10 Most Breathtaking Locations In Asia

The 10 Most Breathtaking Locations In Asia

Asia is the world’s largest and most populated continent, so it is perhaps unsurprising that it is also home to some of the most stunning locations on the planet. The continent is steeped in history and tradition and this is reflected in its landscape and architecture. Whether it’s an ancient monastery at the top of […]

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Floating Mountains – China’s Hidden Treasure

Floating Mountains – China’s Hidden Treasure

In a nutshell Tripadvisor Rating 4.5 / 5 Average time required 4 hours Great for Hiking, Outdoor activities The pictures below might look like scenes from James Cameron’s multi-million pound blockbuster Avatar but these incredible rock formations are actually located a little closer to home than Pandora. The Tianzi Mountains are found in the Hunan Province south east of China and […]

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Aogashima – A Trip to an Active Volcano Island

Aogashima – A Trip to an Active Volcano Island

Aogashima island may look like a criminal mastermind’s lair from a Bond film but this volcano island is very much real and can be found around 200 miles off the south coast of Japan. The island itself is a volcanic crater and from the birds-eye-view you can see inside it a smaller crater which was created by a […]

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The Incredible Dragon Bridge That Breathes Real Fire!

The Incredible Dragon Bridge That Breathes Real Fire!

Crossing the River Han in Da Nang, Vietnam is a pretty special experience. Not only is there a bridge shaped like a dragon but it even breathes real fire! The aptly name Dragon Bridge was first constructed in 2009 and opened to the public in 2013. The impressive structure stands at 666m long and is […]

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Caño Cristales – The River of 5 Colours

Caño Cristales – The River of 5 Colours

Cano Cristales is a biological wonder also known as “River of Five Colours”. This awe-inspiring stream of flowing water is located in Serrania de la Macerena province in Colombia and has been described as one of the most beautiful rivers in the world. Why Cano Cristales (“Rainbow River”) is so colourful?   The river is […]

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Glass Walkway 4,600 Feet Above Ground in Tianmen Mountain

Glass Walkway 4,600 Feet Above Ground in Tianmen Mountain

A visit to a mountainside walkway is always going to provide a picturesque experience but hikers travelling to Tianmen Mountain in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, China may get a bit more than they anticipated.  Up in the Tianmen Mountain there is a glass walkway called Coiling Dragon Cliff skywalk. It is attached to the side of a cliff and […]

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