If you want to travel to every corner of the world without spending a fortune, we present you ten great options.
Merzouga, Morocco
Being the second Moroccan destination, earning a place in the top ten, the Merzouga is more difficult to access from Aït Benhaddou, since it is located near the border of Algeria, in the Sahara desert.
Travelers arriving here to visit the Erg Chebbi, the 50 km dunes that reach 350 meters in height. The explorers will choose camel safaris to see the sunset over the dunes, listen to traditional folk music, sleep under the stars and live the life of a traditional Berber family.
Bhaktapur, Nepal
The former capital of Nepal is located just 12 kilometers east of the current capital, Kathmandu, giving the feeling of prehistoric times, because of the lifestyle of the community of Aboriginal Newari.
Visitors come here to admire a wide variety of elegant artwork, but also for its colorful festivals with traditional dances, not to mention the impressive palaces, temples and pagodas.
The Changu Narayan is the oldest temple in the Kathmandu valley and dominating at 1,700 meters above sea level and has been listed as World Heritage by UNESCO.
Big Papigo, Greece
Far away from the island of Ios, but equally beautiful is the Grand Papigo, built on the highest peaks of Mount Tymfi in the Zagori region in mainland Greece.
The trip is not for wimps, because after passing the Voidomatis river bridge, the cars will have to climb narrow and twisty roads.
The picturesque town is worth the trip, with stone alleys, mansions listed as national historical monuments and some of the best hiking and climbing around the Vikos Gorge.
Sucre, Bolivia
The Sucre is known as the most beautiful city of Bolivia and the symbolic heart of the nation, which gained independence here in 1825. The city is a UNESCO world heritage site and rightly so, after countless whitewashed buildings, squares and churches reveal colonial architecture at its best.
The city is a great place for a relaxing getaway, while the more energetic can walk in the mountains Cordillera de las Frailes or explore the nearby villages.
Ait Ben Haddou, Morocco
As many of the options list, the Ait Ben Haddou hosts a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The fortified town became famous in recent years by the famous series «Game of Thrones», and has been used as a natural setting for the films "the Gladiator" and "Kingdom of Heaven".
Despite its small size, this settlement before the Sahara promises you an unforgettable trip. Guests can take a bike ride, visit the local shops or to climb on the highest point of the city, with its magnificent views.
Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
The picturesque town of Mostar got its name from the medieval watchtowers, which dominate in the famous Ottoman bridge, whose magnificent stone arch was rebuilt after its destruction by Croats during the war between Croats and Bosniaks in 1993.
Most travelers know Mostar as a destination for day trip from Dubrovnik, Split and Sarajevo, but worth a night in the city for romantic walks and eating the beautiful mills, which have been converted into restaurants. Nearby attractions include the Kravica waterfalls, the seaside town of Neum and the ruins of ancient Greek city Daorson.
Ios, Greece
As Mostar, many people who have visited Ios day trip from Santorini, but worth to stay in this lesser known, but equally picturesque Greek destination with idyllic white houses and blue roofs.
During the day, the island boasts the 75 km white sand beaches and turquoise waters, have often voted among the best in Europe. At night, the Country is a paradise of winding alleys with shops selling clothes and jewelry, souvlaki shops and charming restaurants.
Pingyao, China
Celebrated as the best ancient city walls in China and among the best in the world, Pingyao looks like it came out of a period film.
Among the cobbled streets, red lanterns, temples and buildings preserved from the Ming and Qing dynasties, guests will discover aspects of life in imperial China.
Although it is a popular destination for the Chinese, the Pingyao is still a traditional town, where locals continue their quiet lives.
Peneda-Geres, Portugal
The Peneda-Gerês is the only national park in Portugal, located in the northwest region of Norte. The park extends over 703 square kilometers and is home to calm lakes, rocky peaks, spectacular valleys and forests of pines and oaks.
Throughout the park visitors can find more than 100 granite villages that seem untouched by time, from the 12th century.
These will find cobbled streets, ironware shops, shepherds and traditionally dressed women. Adventurers can hike and kayak surrounded by the beautiful natural landscape.
Yangshuo, China
Can Pingyao is rich in culture, but the second Chinese city in the top ten, the Yangshuo, immersed in nature.
Some travelers enjoy cycling through rice fields to the magnificent scenery of limestone peaks of Yangshuo to create one of their favorite memories from China. The Yangshuo is the perfect place to relax, while making tours, world-class rock climbing and rafting or cruising on the Li River.
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