Cambodia can be said to be a land of mines. During the war between the Khmer Rouge supported by China, Vietnam, and the Soviet Union, and the Lon Nol government supported by the United States, both sides laid many mines underground in Cambodia. Even today, there are still approximately 6 million landmines buried underground in Cambodia, posing a great threat to the people. The Cambodia Landmine Museum is located in Siem Reap Province. It is said that the museum was established in 1997 by a local demining expert, Aki Ra,…
Cambodia can be said to be a land of mines. During the war between the Khmer Rouge supported by China, Vietnam, and the Soviet Union, and the Lon Nol government supported by the United States, both sides laid many mines underground in Cambodia. Even today, there are still approximately 6 million landmines buried underground in Cambodia, posing a great threat to the people. The Cambodia Landmine Museum is located in Siem Reap Province. It is said that the museum was established in 1997 by a local demining expert, Aki Ra, to educate people about the history of landmines. It is...
Viseu is a city in the Central Region of Portugal, serving as the capital of the Viseu District. Located in the southeast mountains of Porto, about 50 kilometers east of the Atlantic Ocean, it is an important agricultural and educational center in the region, boasting several institutions including the Viseu Institute of Technology. The city of Viseu features a well-preserved historic center with cobblestone streets, winding alleyways, countless Renaissance and Baroque palaces and mansions, as well as remnants of a 15th-century city gate. One of its most famous landmarks is the 13th-century Viseu Cathedral, showcasing Romanesque and Gothic styles, and...
Changsu Mountain is located in the southern part of the plain in Chaeryong County, South Hwanghae Province, North Korea, with deep mountains and valleys, towering peaks reaching into the clouds, and varying scenic views throughout the four seasons, which are loved by tourists. Its highest peak is 747 meters high, renowned for its unique natural landscapes such as strange rock formations, steep cliffs, and secluded valleys. Since ancient times, it has been known as the “Vajra of the Yellow Sea” in North Korea. There are many cultural buildings on Changsu Mountain, including the “Xuang An” on the right side of...
Blue-water Falls (Agua Azul) is located in the state of Chiapas, 69 kilometers from the Palenque Archaeological Site, and is the purest blue waterfall in the world. Most waterfalls we see are usually white, but this one is indeed peculiar, being pure blue, crystal clear. At the entrance of the waterfall, there is a section of water cordoned off for visitors to swim in, with the river water cool, refreshing, and transparent to the bottom. It is said that the water in Blue-water Falls is as smooth, delicate, and soft as velvet. Swimming in such velvety smooth water must be...
Valença is a city in the Viana do Castelo District of Portugal, located on the banks of the Minho River, near the Spanish border, with its history dating back to the Roman period. Today, it is an important commercial and tourist destination, as well as a campus of the Viana do Castelo Polytechnic Institute in Portugal. Valença boasts several attractions, with Valença Fortress being a Gothic and Baroque military structure overlooking the tranquil Minho River and Spain. This fortress has undergone destruction, with its walls dating back to the 13th century and strengthened in the 17th and 18th centuries to...
Doctor’s Cave Beach is the most famous beach in Jamaica for nearly a century, measuring about 200 meters long. It is renowned for its crystal clear water and pure white sand. The flat and wide white beach features fine and soft sand, where visitors can see tropical fish swimming in the clear water. The beach has a sunbathing area and a freshwater swimming pool that can accommodate thousands of people. There is also a secluded shallow water swimming area, allowing even non-swimmers to give it a try. The surroundings of Doctor’s Cave Beach are filled with lush trees and flowers,...
Saint Ann’s Bay serves as the capital of the parish of Saint Ann, and is also the third capital established by Spain in the Americas. It gained fame as the great Italian navigator Columbus first landed here in 1494, and later got stranded in Saint Ann’s Bay for a whole year during his fourth voyage. In the center of Saint Ann’s Bay stands a statue of the great navigator Columbus, commemorating the discovery of Jamaica. The name Saint Ann’s Bay comes from the vast and beautiful bay in this area. Columbus was deeply attracted by the beauty of the bay...
Mikkeli is a city in Southern Savonia, Finland, located on the shore of Lake Saimaa. It is a city with endless natural scenery and diverse cultural landscapes. Due to its proximity to Lake Saimaa, it has become a well-known resort destination where many people come to relax and unwind in lakeside cottages, enjoy saunas, swim in the clear lake water, or quietly fish, spending most of their summer days. In Mikkeli, you can see many authentic old manors that the local people have carefully preserved as cultural heritage sites. Visitors not only have the opportunity to experience ancient customs but...
Indawgyi Lake Wildlife Sanctuary is located in the town of Mohan in Kachin State, northern Myanmar. Established in 1999, it surrounds the Indawgyi Lake and covers an area of approximately 299.32 square miles, playing a significant role in the conservation of wildlife and birds in the region. The sanctuary is home to either rare animals or endangered bird species, and its establishment has contributed to their survival and reproduction. It houses a variety of waterfowl, migratory birds, and forest-dwelling birds, with hundreds of species including over 120 forest-dwelling bird species and more than 10 endangered bird species. As a result,...
Mariehamn is the capital and largest city of the Åland Islands, Finland, named after Empress Maria Alexandrovna, the wife of Tsar Alexander II of the Russian Empire. The city was founded in 1861 and is currently the only city in the Åland Islands, boasting a rich maritime heritage. Although not very large, Mariehamn is a well-known tourist destination, with approximately 1.5 million visitors each year. The city is also known as the “City of Linden Trees” because of the large number of linden trees planted along its main streets, creating a beautiful scenery. With its wooden buildings and green parks,...