Mount Olympus is the highest mountain in Greece at 2,919 metres high (9,577 feet).Since its base is located at sea level, it is one of the highest mountains in Europe,in real absolute altitude from base to top. It is located in Macedonia, about 100 km away from Thessaloniki, Greece's second largest city.Mount Olympus is the home of the Olympians, the principal gods in the Greek pantheon.The United States Congress designated the Mount Olympus Wilderness (map) in 1984 and it now has a total of 15,300 acres.Mount Olympus is a 45km drive from Windwhistle. The mountain road is shingle and chains should be carried at all times. Occasionally mountain access becomes 4wd only from the bottom hut, where onward transport can be arranged.The entire area was declared Greece's first national park in 1937 and consists of eight peaks including the "Throne of Zeus" at 2909 metres and Mytikas which has the highest summit at 2919 metres.
Climbing Olympus has become such a major attraction that if you pitch up without a reservation in July or August you may have difficulty finding a bed for the night.
Once you take to the mountain trails you'll quickly realise why the ancients believed this was the sacred home of Zeus, the king of the gods, his wife Hera, brothers Poseidon and Hades, sisters Demeter and Hestia and children. This magnificent mountain range is home to around 1700 plant species, many of which are unique to Olympus. The mountainsides are cloaked in dense forests of pine, beech, oak and cedar trees which harbour various wildlife including wolves, bears and lynx. The slopes are buried beneath two metres of snow in winter and only accessible to the most experienced climbers - even in July the snow lurks in shadowed corners and crevices.

Mount Olympus is ranking second in Group C, the category for Mountains,volcanoes.

The Amazon rainforest is the largest and most species-rich tract of tropical rainforest in the world.
The Amazon rainforest also known as Amazonia, or the Amazon jungle, is a moist broadleaf forest that covers most of the Amazon Basin of South America. This basin encompasses seven million square kilometers (1.7 billion acres), of which five and a half million square kilometers (1.4 billion acres) are covered by the rainforest. The majority of the forest is contained within Brazil, with 60% of the rainforest, followed by Peru with 13%, and with minor amounts in Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Bolivia, Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana. States or departments in four nations bear the name Amazonas after it.
Most travelers visit the western areas of the rain forest that remain largely untouched, such as the Loreto region of Peru, so they may not notice that the ecosystem is under siege. At current rates, 55 percent of its rain forests could be gone by 2030—a looming disaster not only for the region’s plants and animals, but for the world. "I've seen areas along the river where it's been beautiful, pristine forest one year, and the next it's been clearcut," says Harris. "That's pretty hard to take.". The Amazon River is the largest river in the world by volume, with a total flow greater than the top ten rivers worldwide combined. It accounts for approximately one-fifth of the total world river flow and has the biggest drainage basin on the planet. Not a single bridge crosses the Amazon.
The immensity of the Amazon's challenge, like the scale of its landscape, requires a long-term conservation vision backed by strong scientific expertise. WWF has been at the forefront in protecting the Amazon for more than 40 years. Our approach is succeeding because we engage local communities and partner with governments to identify mutual solutions that can bridge the needs of economic development and conservation.
In the last decades, scientific research has established a clear link between the health of the Amazon and the integrity of the global environment, but still only a fraction of its biological richness has been revealed. Today, rapid deforestation threatens the Amazon.
The Amazon is ranking first in Group E, the category for forests, national parks and nature reserves.
The Amazon rainforest was short-listed in 2008 as a candidate to one of the New7Wonders of Nature by the New Seven Wonders of the World Foundation.

Yushan is a national park and central mountain range in Taiwan. The highest point of the range, Jade Mountain, is 3,952 metres (12,966 ft) above sea level.It is also called Jade Mountain.The average rainfall reaches about 2,220 centimeters per year. The rain season starts every year from May to October, and the dry season begins from November to the next April.
The Physical Environment of Taiwan Located west of the Pacific Ocean and 120 kilometers off the eastern rim of the Eurasian Continent, Taiwan is a warm and rainy island straddled across the Tropic of Cancer.Yushan is part of Yushan National Park, one of the national parks administered by Taiwan. Under Japanese rule, it was designated part of the Niitaka Arisan National Park in 1937. Several other mountains are also located in the park, including Siouguluan Mountain, Mabolasih Mountain, Dafenjian Mountain, Sinkang Mountain, and Guan Mountain. The mountain is a favorite of Taiwanese mountain climbers.

In 1864 President Lincoln signed an announcement regarding the establishment of Yosemite as the first State Park in the world.

The park is also known for its diverse wildlife and ecology.The environment around Yu Shan itself spans from sub-tropical forests at its base to alpine conditions at its peak. The summer seasons last longer and winter seasons go shorter.
The park encompasses a variety of habitats ranging from broadleaf forest at lower altitudes to mixed forest, coniferous forest, bamboo, and finally, at the highest elevations, waist-high arrow bamboo, clumps of conifers, and bare rocky outcrops. Flowers include azaleas, which abound in spring, and a wide variety of colorful alpine blossoms. The park is home to a large variety of birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and butterflies.Larger animals such as the sambar deer, black bear,Taiwan macaque, and serows can sometimes be seen, and their call is often heard.
The National Parks in Taiwan were established according to the first and sixth clauses of the National Park Laws. Their aim is to protect and preserve unique natural sceneries, wildlife, and historical sites in the national parks and to provide people with a place for education, recreation, and research.Thus national parks should maintain three goals: preservation; education and recreation; and research.
Nature Reserves should offer long-term preserved natural landscapes, native fauna and flora, and unique ecosystems.The beautiful sounds of nature are not only pleasing, but also remind us of the preciousness of life.

The Al-Hasa oasis is the largest oasis in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.Al-Ahsa or Al-Hasa is a traditional oasis region in eastern Saudi Arabia. The oasis is located about 60 km inland from the Persian Gulf.Al-Ahsa is part of the region known historically as Al-Bahrayn, which included the eastern coast of the Arabian Peninsula down to the borders of Oman, and also included the island of Awal.Al-Hasa has a dry, tropical climate, with a five month summer and a relatively cold winter. It enjoys the benefit of copious reserves of underground water which has allowed the area to develop its agricultural potential.
Al-Ahsa has been inhabited since prehistoric times, due to its abundance of water in an otherwise arid region.
In 899 Al-Hasa comes under control of the Qarmatian leader, al-Jannabi.
In1077The Qarmatian state of al-Hasa is overthrown, while the Qarmantians retain control of Bahrain.Comes under Ottoman control In 1818
In 1913 Ibn Saud conquers al-Hasa Oasis, annexing it into his principality of Najd.
In 1938, petroleum deposits were discovered near Dammam,resulting in rapid modernization of the region. By the early 1960s, production levels reached one million barrels per day.
It enjoys the benefits of copious reserves of underground water.

The Great Masurian Lake District is one of the finest regions in poland.The Great Masurian Lake Distric in terms of its natural beauty and the tourist potential.The Masurian Lake District is a lake district in northeastern Poland containing more than 2,000 lakes. The lake district was shaped by the Pleistocene ice age.It extends roughly 290 km eastwards from the lower Vistula River to the Poland-Lithuania border and occupies an area of roughly 52,000 square kilometers.The lake district lies within the Warmian Masurian Voivodeship. Small parts of the district lie within the Masovian and Podlaskie Voivodeships.The lakeland was successively part of the monastic state of the Teutonic Knights, the Duchy of Prussia, and the Prussian province of East Prussia. While part of the German Empire, it was the location of the First Battle of the Masurian Lakes (1914) and the Second Battle of the Masurian Lakes (1915) during World War I. In 1945 after World War II, it was placed under Polish administration according to the Potsdam Agreement.
The Great Masurian Lake District is a nature reveals its full beauty, and the clean water and air invite you to spend your free time in the wilderness. It is also the largest in-land lake district in Poland

Iguazu Falls are waterfalls of the Iguazu River located on the border of the Brazilian state of Parana and the Argentine province of Misiones.The name of the falls comes from the Guarani word for "great water." The falls divide the river into the upper and lower Iguazu.Iguazu Falls, in Iguazu River, are one of the world's largest waterfalls. They extend over 2,700 m in a semi-circular shape. Of the 275 falls that collectively make up Iguassu Falls, "Devil's Throat" is the tallest at 80 m in height. Iguazu Falls are on the border between the Brazilian state of Parana and the Argentine province of Misiones, and are surrounded by two National Parks.
There are more than 270 falls in an area where cliffs and islets are scattered in a half moon. Apart from waterfalls, the jungle offers a series of alternatives in a dump but slightly fresher environment with a wide variety of animals and plants. Almost 500 species of wild fowl, 80 species of mammals and an immense variety of reptiles, fish, insects and butterflies live in this ecosystem.
Iguazu Falls is one of the most visited place in Misiones and one of the most imposing natural attractions in Argentina, and why not in South America. Together with Nahuel Huapi National Park in Patagonia, it is one of the most frequented tourist sites.


The lovers of adventure traveling can access to more intense circuits.Two thirds of the falls are on the Argentinian side of the river where you can also tour Iguazú National Park where there are jungle trails and bird hikes. Plan a full day in the park to fully enjoy the wildlife flora and fauna.
The best times to see Iguazu Falls are in the spring and fall. Summer is intensely tropically hot and humid, and in winter the water level is considerably lower. There are hotels on both sides of the river and many tour agencies provide sightseeing opportunities around the area.

Lake Titicaca is a lake Situated on the border of Bolivia and Peru. It sits 3,812 above sea level making it one of the highest commercially navigable lakes in the world.Lake Titicaca in Peru is over 170 kilometers long and lies almost 4000 meters above sea level. It is composed of two nearly separate sub-basins that are connected by the Strait of
Tiquina which is 800m across at the narrowest point.Lake Titicaca is a beautiful and much-venerated sacred lake that lies on the border between Peru and Bolivia.Recently, a large temple was discovered submerged in the lake, adding to its mystery and fascination. A natural spring here runs under the island and appears again in a sacred stone fountain in Yumani.The floating Islands of the Uros people of Lake Titicaca are formed from compacted beds of totora reeds. Walking on these spongy, unstable islands is a strange experience. The
reeds are also used to construct huts and boats. It is believed
that the Uros people originally took to the reed islands of Lake
Titicaca in an effort to isolate themselves from other groups
such as the IncasSunset on the Isla del Sol is magical and best appreciated from
the lighthouse on the highest point on the island at 13,441 feet.
The sun bathes the sacred mountains in bright colors, and
reflects its light in the deep blue of the sacred lake, before
sinking below the horizon.

Ometepe is an island divided by two volcanoes rising from Lake Nicaragua in the Republic of Nicaragua. The volcanoes, Concepcion and Maderas, are joined by a low isthmus to form a single island, giving it the form of an hourglass. Ometepe has an area of 276 km². It is 31 km long and 5 to 10 km wide.
Two of Nicaragua's most spectacular volcanoes are situated right on Ometepe Island. Once you're there, explore the volcanoes by horse back or on foot. The first volcano, and the most popular, is the active Concepcion Volcano. The volcano is over 1500 meters high and is a beautiful sight to see when you're taking a boat ride around Lake Nicaragua.The island has a population of 35,000, and an economy based on livestock, agriculture, and tourism. Plantains are the major crop. there are many types of wildlife in this lush part of Isla de Ometepe. Monkeys and large blue birds called urracas are very common. Although you may picture monkeys to be cute and friendly animals, do be careful when you encounter them. They're known to bite, scratch, and throw mud and other undesirable things at tourists.

The Ometepe Island is one of the most impressive sights in Nicaragua and a not-to-be-missed place to visit. There are beautiful rivers and waterfalls to swim in and a visit to a coffee or banana plantation is worth your time. Lake Nicaragua surrounding it makes for an excellent water sports destination. Looking for a place to stay, try staying at Charco Verde, a beautiful destination in Nicaragua Ometepe Island.Surfers and beach lovers should also take some days to visit San Juan del Sur on Nicaragua's Pacific coast.

The Cocos Islands are located in the Indian Ocean at latitude 12°10' south and longitude 96°52' east. They are 2,950 km north-west of Perth 3,700 km west of Darwin and 900 km south-west of Christmas Island. It also called Cocos Islands and Keeling Islands.The Cocos (Keeling) Islands consist of two flat, low-lying coral atolls with an area of 14.2 square kilometres (5.5 sq mi), 2.6 kilometres (1.6 mi) of coastline, a highest elevation of 5 metres (16 ft) and thickly covered with coconut palms and other vegetation.
North Keeling Island is an atoll consisting of just one C-shaped island, a nearly closed atoll ring with a small opening into the lagoon, about 50 metres (160 ft) wide, on the East side. The lagoon is about 0.5 square kilometres The island measures 1.1 square kilometres in land area and is uninhabited.
South Keeling Islands is an atoll consisting of twenty-six individual islets forming an incomplete atoll ring, with a total land area of 13.1 square kilometres (5.1 sq mi). Only Home Island and West Island are populated.
In 1609 Captain William Keeling was the first European to see the islands.The Cocos Islands has many many history.Have beautiful sunsets or admire the kaleidoscope colours of the lagoon and fringing reef.Explore West Island by bike or walk along the beautiful beaches just soaking up the spectacular views of the Indian Ocean.

The Galapagos Archipelago is a wonder of world heritage.Galapagos Islands are an archipelago of volcanic islands distributed around the equator in the Pacific Ocean, 972 km west of continental Ecuador.The Galapagos Islands form the Galapagos Province of Ecuador and are part of the country's national park system. The principal language on the islands is Spanish. The islands are all part of Ecuador's national park system. The Island's interesting volcanic geology, as well as its rich flora and fauna have been admired and studied by numerous travelers, scientist, and nature-lovers.The Galapagos Islands are blessed with pleasant weather all year round, which means that there is no "better" time to visit those precious Islands. Still, you might take some factors like High Season vs. Low Season, or the climate into account. For yourself, your group, or your family: Check out when to go to the Galapagos Islands! You can visit the Charles Darwin Research Station to see the land tortoises, or galapagos, which once greeted Darwin sopeacefully.
The Galapagos experience offers world travelers a way to step back in time, to visit an isolated, relatively untouched place on earth.
Galápagos Islands is top level in the New Seven Wonders of Nature election. Voting will continue throughout 2010 and into 2011The final declaration of the New7Wonders of Nature will be in 2011.

Davolja Varos is a geographical region of south Serbia, by the Radan mountains near Kursumlija.Davolja Varos, Rock Formation located in the southerb extent of
Serbia is one of the most popular sites of visit in Europe.

The region features exotic formations described as earth pyramids. Scientists say that they have been formed by erosion.The whimsical rock foundations near the town of Belogradchik in the north-western part of Bulgaria.The Belogradchik Rocks – a group of bizarre sandstone and limestone formation, stretch over 30 kilometers and reach up to 200 meters in height.
Varying in color from deep red to sandy yellow and grey, many of the rocks are named after characters, objects or animals they are believed to resemble.The Davolja Varos pyramids in southern Serbia are still in the running to become one of the New7Wonders of
Nature.Since 1959, Davolja Varos has been under protection of the state and by a 1995 decision of the Serbian Government, it was proclaimed a natural good of outstanding importance and put under the first-category level of protection.Davolja Varos, meaning ‘devil’s town’ is a group of earth pyramids in the Radan Mountains in the southern region of Serbia.Djavolja varos is top level in the New Seven Wonders of Nature electio. They choose the 21 finalists, to be announced on July 21, 2009. The 21 finalists will then be put to popular vote. Voting will continue throughout 2010 and into 2011The final declaration of the New7Wonders of Nature will be in 2011.

The Kalahari Desert is a large desert area in southwestern Sub-Saharan Africa extending 900,000 km² (225,000 sq. mi.), covering much of Botswana and parts of Namibia.
The Kalahari Desert was once a much wetter place. The ancient Lake Makgadikgadi dominated the area, covering the Makgadikgadi Pan and other areas, until its final drainage some 10,000 years ago. It have once covered as much as 275,000 km² and was approximately 30 m deep. Parts of the Kalahari receive over 250 mm (9.8") of erratic rainfall annually and are quite well vegetated; it is only truly arid in the southwest with under 175 mm (6.9") of rain annually, making the Kalahari a fossil desert. Summer temperatures in the Kalahari range from 20 to 45°C (68–113°F).It is part of the huge sand basin that reaches from the Orange River up to Angola, in the west to Namibia and in the east to Zimbabwe.
The Kalahari is one of Africa's last wildlife paradises.These inconspicuous little birds, which resemble sparrows, live in huge communal nests with a diametre of up to two metres. At any given time, hundreds of lively little birds are breeding and feeding their youngsters in such a nesting colony.Animals that live in the region include brown hyenas, lions, meerkats, several species of antelope, and many types of birds and reptiles.

However, the moment the rains are gone the Kalahari becomes dry and moody. It can rain very heavily in one day, rain that produces floods that sweep everything while the next day can be as dry as ever.

Sundarbans is the biggest mangrove forest in the world.Sundarbans is situated Bangladesh and India both country.

Sundarbans is the biggest mangrove forest in the world.Sundarbans is situated Bangladesh and India both country.

Sundarbans is the Sundarbans is situated Bangladesh and India both country.The Sundarbans features a complex network of tidal waterways, mudflats and small islands of salt-tolerant mangrove forests.Located about 320 km. south-west of Dhaka and spread over an area of about 60000 sq, km of deltaic swamps along the coastal belt of Khulna.Sundarbans is accessed from Kolkata ( Calcutta) by traveling either towards the South East or the South West. The South West route takes one through Diamond Harbour to Kakdwip and Namkhana. You can take a boat from these places or from Gangadharpur and visit Lothian Island and surrounding areas.The South Eastern route is more popular. You drive 86 kms through wetlands and agricultural land to reach Sonakhali. You can take a 3 hour boat ride from Sonakhali jetty to Sajnekhali Tourist Lodge or cross over to Basanti. From Basanti you can take an auto-rickshaw ride to Gadkhali (11kms). At Gadkhali take the ferry to cross the Bidya river to arrive at Gosaba. A Cycle Rickshaw ride will take you to Pakhiralaya in about half hour. Sajnekhali is across the water from Pakhiralaya. A UNESCO World Heritage Site (awarded in ’97) , Sundarban is a vast area covering 4262 square kms in India alone, with a larger portion in Bangladesh. The total area of the Indian part of the Sundarban forest, lying within the latitude between 21°13’-22°40’ North and longitude 88°05’-89°06’ East, is about 4,262 sq km, of which 2,125 sq km is occupied by mangrove forest across 56 islands and the balance is under water. The Sundarbans is the world's biggest mangrove forest - the home of the Royal Bengal tiger. The Royal Bengal tiger being the most famous, but also including many birds, spotted deer,crocodiles and snakes.the Sundarbon Indian restaurant in Monk Street, Abergavenny, is an exotic treasure just waiting to be discovered. Specialising in aromatic Bengali dishes, our chefs are masters in the art of preparing flavoursome food for diners who enjoy an authentic Indian experience.These dense mangrove forests are criss-crossed by a network of rivers and creeks.

November to March is best time to visit this forest.