Amazing Views

Kaunispää is perhaps the most recognisable of Saariselkä’s fells. Standing some 438 metres up, the peak of the fell is easy to reach by hiking, cross-… Read the rest

Flathead Lake was first described by explorer David Thompson as “A fine sheet of water”. It’s that—-and much more. The largest natural freshwate… Read the rest

The Pyynikki observation tower is located on top of the world’s largest esker over 150 meters (500 feet) above sea level, offering a wonderful v… Read the rest

The White Cliffs of Dover may be far more famous, but there’s every reason to feel that these Danish cliffs are far more beautiful. Between the pristi… Read the rest

The Tour Pey-Berland, built between 1440 and 1446, stands apart from the cathedral. It’s an impressive site and the view from the top of the city and… Read the rest

Gotthard pass (Passo San Gottardo in Italian) is situated 66 kilometers south-east of the approximate center of Switzerland and 93 kilometers south-ea… Read the rest

Back in medieval times, Cabo de São Vicente (Cape of Saint Vincent) was believed to be the end of the world. We know better these days, of course, but… Read the rest

The serene beauty of the bamboo forest in the Arashiyama district is a wonderful site to behold.It’s filled with temples and shrines, but the star att… Read the rest

Kolukkumalai Tea Estate in Munnar, India, is situated more than 8,000 feet above sea level. It is the highest tea estate in the world—and easily one o… Read the rest

While Namaqualand is arid for most of the year, it comes alive for a short period during early springtime every year. During this time, the landscape… Read the rest