These Places Will Leave You Changed
Berlin, Germany
Another historic European city that should be on your must-see list is Berlin in northeastern Germany. The country's dynamic capital features amazing relics of the past, including the remnants of the Berlin Wall that once divided the city and the Holocaust Memorial, which features 2,711 concrete blocks of varying heights. Along with its deep history, Berlin is also a mecca for foodies and night-life enthusiasts, with endless clubs and restaurants to satisfy every visitor.
Bhutan
You're looking at a 169-foot-high golden statue called Buddha Dordenma located in Bhutan's capital city, Thimphu. This awe-inspiring monument isn't alone, either. Inside its chest are 125,000 additional smaller Buddha statues, making this a true wonder to behold. In this sacred Buddhist country that sits high against the Himalayan mountains near India and China, also lies the Taktsang Goemba or Tiger's Nest Monastery, which was built into an actual cliff in 1692 and is considered a holy place.
Egypt
Do we even need to tell you why it's so important to go see the last remaining wonder of the ancient world? Probably not. But if you still need a gentle nudge, the pyramids of Giza, which are just around 10 miles from the bustling city of Cairo, are truly one of the most amazing architectural feats ever to exist before industrialization made big, fancy buildings the norm. Whether you believe 20,000 men spent 20 years building the pyramids or aliens from outer space had a hand, it's worth seeing them for yourself at least once.
Australia's Great Barrier Reef
A trip to Australia is life-changing in and of itself. There's so much history, art, culture, amazing food and natural beauty that a traveler can enjoy, but no trip would be complete without visiting the Great Barrier Reef. This complex coral system is the largest in the world and it's so big, it can be seen from outer space. Sadly, it's also in danger of going extinct due to climate change, meaning visitors should make the trip sooner rather than later to see it while it's still a lush, thriving marine ecosystem.
The Great Wall of China
Included as one of the new seven wonders of the world is the Great Wall of China, which took an astounding 2,000 years to complete. It's the largest man-made structure ever built, and like the Great Barrier Reef, it can be seen from outer space. Covering an unbelievable 4,000 miles, the wall is a testament to Chinese engineering and history. A visit to the wall won't only be an incredible photo opportunity, it will also be a chance to honor the past and the enduring spirit of mankind.
Iguazu Falls, Argentina
Located between the borders of Brazil and Argentina lie some of the most majestic (and huge) waterfalls you'll ever witness. Although Iguazu Falls isn't technically the largest waterfall in the world (that title goes to Zimbabwe's Victoria Falls), it is more than double the size of Niagara Falls in New York. Dumping more than five full-size Olympic swimming pools of water per second, these cascading cliffs will most likely rival anything you've seen before.
