Assisi Basilica (Basilica of San Francesco d’Assisi)
Christian pilgrimage site of global importance, built in 1228 – 1253.
Kagem Emerald Mines
Here and in the other Kafubu Emerald mines are mined some of the best emeralds in the world, in some aspects surpassing the famous Colombian emeralds. Zambian emeralds have a rich, deep green color, crystals have very high quality.
Dunn’s River Falls
Approximately 55 m tall waterfall with many cascades and spectacular tufa formations. Waterfall ends directly in the sea. Popular tourist destination, tourists enjoy climbing the falls.
Popa Taung Kalat
This beautiful monastic complex sits on top of an extinct volcanic plug, rising 170 – 180 meters over the surrounding area.
Florence Cathedral
One of the most impressive churches in the world, the largest building in medieval Europe. Constructed in 1296 – 1469. Designed mostly in Gothic style, but considered to be one of the first Renaissance buildings.
Boiling Hole in Lake Catherine
A deep cave that starts some meters below the water in Lake Catherine. Explored 206 m long passage, a strong current in the cave.
Orvieto Cathedral
Splendid and unusual building, built in 1290 – 1591.
Milan Cathedral
One of the most impressive Gothic buildings in the world, constructed in 1386 – 1965.
Krysuvik – Seltun geothermal area (Krýsuvík – Seltún)
Spectacular geothermal fields right on the Mid-Atlantic ridge. Hot springs, solfataras, fumaroles, and colored soil.
El Mirador – ancient Maya metropolis
Ruins of Maya city that flourished around the 9th century AD. At times here were living more than 100 000 people – thus it was one of the largest cities in the world then. The central part of the city takes some 26 km². The tallest pyramids are more than 70 m tall (La Danta) and belong to the largest constructions in the ancient world. There are other enormous pyramids: El Tigre is 55 m tall, Los Monos – 48 m tall.