The famous National Geographic magazine, which writes about the nature, travel and cultures of countries, has identified 25 places of the world that are worth visiting in 2022
The rating was compiled by the editors of the publication itself in five categories: nature, adventure, sustainability, culture and history, family. This year, a number of World Heritage Sites in honor of the 50th anniversary of UNESCO were included in the list. Ukraine also ended up in it thanks to the Danube River, which flows through the territory of 9 more countries. Experts describe boating on the river as a journey through a kingdom of fairy tales, with castles, medieval cities and stately palaces that help bring European history to life.
“The river passes through 10 European countries (Germany, Austria, Slovakia, Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Romania, Bulgaria, Moldova and Ukraine), and most Danube cruise routes include stops at at least four of them, as well as special family Cruises with the participation of children, "- this is how National Geographic explains their choice.
TOP 25 places to visit next year
So, what places in the world do National Geographic experts recommend to visit:
1. Lake Baikal, Russia. This crescent-shaped lake is the deepest in the world.
2. Nature reserves, Namibia. African places with special flora and fauna will make your heart beat faster.
3. Green forests in Victoria, Australia. And there are 15 of them - choose any.
4. Tropics, Belize. Pristine, unexplored forests, interspersed with Mayan landmarks.
5. Stars of Northern Minnesota, USA
Stars of Northern Minnesota, USA / istockphoto.com
6. The Arapaho Basin in Colorado, USA. WITHreads one of the most beautiful climbing sites.
7. Palau. Unique reef gardens, large marine animals, numerous outlandish fish - here you can make a unique journey into the underwater world.
8. New cycling route along the Seine river, France. Try to drive through the whole of France along the banks of the canal!
9. Hiking in the province of New Brunswick, Canada. Dangerous hiking trails will tickle the nerves of even the most daring hikers.
10. Rafting from the Caribbean to the Pacific, Costa Rica. Go down the water while admiring the beauty of Costa Rica's nature.
11. Yasuni National Park, Ecuador. This park is located on the border with Peru. It is remarkable for its biodiversity.
12. Chimanimani, Mozambique. The Chimanimani Mountains include Monte Binga (2,436 m), the highest peak in Mozambique and the second highest in Zimbabwe.
13. Ruhr Valley, Germany. It is a conglomerate of places. Such a city within a city.
14. Columbia River Gorge in Oregon and Washington, USA. A mesmerizing view of the gorge, the canyon itself between the two states.
15. Lodz city, Poland. A beautiful city in the center of the country, with unique medieval architecture and the largest Jewish cemetery in Europe.
16. Mount Jingmai, China. Calm, quiet place where the famous Puerh tea is grown.
17. Hokkaido, Japan. The northernmost point of the country is located on the island..
18. Procida Island, Italy. The cultural capital of Italy is waiting for you!
19. Atlanta, USA. The capital of the 1996 Olympic Games that everything reminds of.
20. Alley of Tin Pans in London, England. This is the main street of the city and the center of the British music industry.
21. Lycia, Turkey. The province of the Roman Empire will surprise you with its preserved sights.
22. Granada, Spain
Granada, Spain / istockphoto.com
23. East Coast of Maryland, USA. A free state known for the University of Maryland.
24. Danube River, which flows through the territory of 10 countries. This is the second longest and largest river in Europe.
25. Bonaire island in the Caribbean, overseas territory of the Netherlands. A small island with a population of 14 thousand people, but with a unique fauna and history, in which you want to plunge headlong.
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