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The Lands of the Unusual – 5 Destinations that Will Captivate You

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Are you looking for an unusual place to discover? We’re still half way through summer and we are certainly looking to fill our sunny season with trips that are worth the wonderful weather. Well, ladies and gentlemen, search no more and join us below to discover the 5 destinations that got us captivated just by looking at their pictures!



Caño Cristales, Colombia
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Also known as the “River of Five Colors” or the “Liquid Rainbow”, this Colombian river wears its red attires. In fact, in summer months, the unique species of plant that covers its bed is what turns red – making this place one of the most mesmerizing in the world.
The Silfra Rift, Iceland
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Separating two continents and two tectonic plates, this place takes up an area of 600 by 200 meters approximately to offer those who like adventures the unique experience they are looking for. In fact, snorkeling there is one of the most fascinating experiences Iceland has to offer.
The Sea of Stars, Maldives
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You might think them stars that have fallen into the sea and made it such an Instagrammable place, but in fact, these are bioluminescent sea planktons that make this night sight one for sore eyes. This tourist attraction is located on Vaadhoo Island and perfectly redefines the beauty of nature and its creatures.
Vinicunca Rainbow Mountain, Peru
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Not all wonders can be explained scientifically, and this mountain is one of them. Just like its name indicates, it looks like a rainbow through the wide lines of pastel blue, intense red, green, pink and yellow that cover it. However, this one is not for the faint-hearted, as it’s extremely difficult to reach!
 
Fingal’s Cave, Scotland
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Have you seen a cave with symmetrical square rocks? You will now. Located on the uninhabited island of Staffa, this cave is usually only visited by researchers and scientists, while seawater runs through it – making for a great adventure for divers as well.

Article Written by Mirella Haddad
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