St. Augustine said that “World is a book. Those who do not travel, have read only one page.” If you have ever seen the look of victory and freedom on a baby’s face as it takes its first steps, you will understand the relevance of travel in a person’s life. Most of the leisure moments in a person’s life involve a trip, either within the country or outside. Honouring the human zeal to travel, this article suggests you ten places which you must visit before you die:
- Taj Mahal, India: A monument of love, a poetry in white marble and a distinguished member of the “Seven Wonders of the Modern world” – need we say anything else to convince you to visit this beautiful Mausoleum containing the remains of Mughal Emperor Shahjahan and the love of his life, Mumtaz Mahal.
- Petra, Jordan: An ancient city of unknown origins, this beautiful member of the elite class of Modern day wonders, this great city carved out of mountain stones has a mysterious allure to it. A mere look at the pictures of this place is enough to make you want to visit it right away.
- Great Barrier Reef, Australia: The largest coral reef in the world, filled with the colors of the ocean, this natural wonder is a must visit place. However, adverse human activities are pushing this marine heaven to the brink of extinction. Visit it before it fades off the face of our planet.
- Great Pyramid of Giza, Egypt: The charm of the mighty pyramid of Giza tugs at the traveller within each one of us. The ever mysterious allure of the Ancient Egyptians and their out of the world architectural prowess, makes it a must visit.
- Machu Pichu, Peru: A spiritual site for the ancient Incas of South America, this picturesque site sits atop the mountains sacred to the highly evolved tribe members. It offers an unparalleled glance into the Incan civilization.
- Venice, Italy: The home to the Pope of the Catholic Church, this canal city is world renowned for the romantic allure of travelling in the Gondolas traversing the calm waters of the city.
- Angkor Vat, Cambodia: Built in the 12th century, this gorgeous structure was known as a Hindu and Buddhist temple by the ancients. One of the renowned marvels of architecture, it provides an amazing insight into Cambodian history.
- Highlands, Iceland: The home to the psychedelically amazing “Northern Lights”, a natural phenomenon of multiple lights of various hues and colors, this is place every person must visit once in a lifetime.
- Antelope Canyon, Arizona: The colorful series of crevices in hues of pink, yellow and purple at this place will make the heart of every person go gaga at its etheric beauty and natural perfection.
- Great Wall of China, China: One of the greatest victories of human artisanship, this wall spanning thousands of miles is the only man-made structure known to be visible from space.