The Ostrog Monastery is a famous Serbian Orthodox monastery located in Montenegro, not far from the village of Dabovici. It is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in the Balkans and is dedicated to Saint Basil of Ostrog, a revered Orthodox saint known for his miracles.
The Orvieto Cathedral is a large Roman Catholic church built in the 14th century, dedicated to the Feast of the Assumption, located in the town of Orvieto in the Umbria region of central Italy. Since 1986, the Orvieto Cathedral has also served as the episcopal seat of the former Diocese of Todi.
Lazio is one of Italy's 20 administrative regions. Located in the central part of the peninsula, the region had a population of 5,714,882 in 2021, making it the second most populous region in the country. The capital of Lazio is Rome, which is also the capital of Italy.
Kõpu Lighthouse, Mägipe, 92233 Hiiu maakond, Estonia
The Kopu Lighthouse is built at an altitude of 67 meters above sea level, at the highest point on Hiiumaa Island. It is 36 meters above ground level, meaning its light shines at an altitude of 102.6 meters above sea level. No other lighthouse in the Baltic Sea is as tall.
Kuressaare Castle, also known as the Bishop's Castle of Kuressaare, is a castle in Kuressaare on the island of Saaremaa, in western Estonia. Construction of the castle began in the 14th century by the Livonia Order, a medieval religious and military order. It served as both a defensive fortress and an administrative center.
The Abu Simbel Temples are a pair of ancient Egyptian temples located near the southern border of Egypt, close to the town of Abu Simbel. These temples are renowned for their monumental size, impressive architecture, and historical significance.
The Philae Temple Complex is an ancient Egyptian temple complex located on Philae Island in the Nile River near Aswan, Egypt. It is renowned for its well-preserved temples and structures dedicated to various deities.
The Temple of Nefertari is an ancient Egyptian temple located in the province of Aswan, Egypt. Built during the reign of Pharaoh Ramesses II in the 13th century BC, it was dedicated to the goddess Hathor and Queen Nefertari, Ramesses II's principal wife. The temple is renowned for its beautifully decorated walls, featuring numerous inscriptions and reliefs depicting Nefertari and Ramesses II.
Aswan Province is one of Egypt's 27 provinces. It is the southernmost province of Upper Egypt, covering much of Lake Nasser. The provincial capital is Aswan City. The province's population was 1,685,743 in 2024.
Upon entering Naqsh-e-Jahan Square, you will find yourself under surveillance and protection from all four sides. All edges of this rectangular square align with the four cardinal directions and are adorned with four markets: the Imam Mosque (Shah), the Sheikh Lotfollah Mosque, the Ali Qapu Palace, and the Qeysarieh Market.
Tanougou Falls is a waterfall located in the Atakora Mountains, on the edge of the Pendjari Wildlife Sanctuary in northern Benin, about 20 km northeast of Tanguiéta. The falls are approximately 15 meters high and have an estimated flow rate of 1.5 m³ per second, although this figure varies considerably seasonally.
Le Morne Brabant is a peninsula located in the far southwest of Mauritius, an island in the Indian Ocean. The peninsula's highlight is the basalt massif of the same name, with its peak rising 556 meters (1,824 ft) above sea level.
Black River Gorges National Park is a protected area located in the southwestern part of Mauritius, an island nation in the Indian Ocean. The park covers an area of 67.54 km2 and is known for its unique ecosystem, which includes dense forests, waterfalls, and a variety of endemic plant and animal species.
Mauritius is an island nation located in the Indian Ocean, approximately 2,000 km off the southeastern coast of mainland Africa. The country comprises the main island of Mauritius, as well as several smaller islands, including Rodrigues and Agalega. The capital is Port Louis, situated on the northwestern coast of the main island. The population of Mauritius was 1,265,475 in 2019.
The Pamplemousses Botanical Garden, or Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Botanical Garden, is one of the most visited sites in Mauritius and the oldest botanical garden in the Southern Hemisphere. Established under the administration of the Mahé de Labourdonnais by the king's governor, Pierre Poivre, over 300 years ago, the garden boasts a remarkable flora with countless native and endemic species.
