5 Little Known Wonders of the World.

1. Phraya Nakhon Cave, Thailand: Khao Sam Roi Yot national park

Phraya Nakhon Cave is one of the numerous caverns carved into the limestone cliffs along the Gulf Thailand.
Situated perfectly inside the central chamber a pavilion sets with light pouring down from a hole in the ceiling. The natural spot light illuminates the structure in a warm ambiance and highlights the handful of trees surrounding it. Built in the 19th century  for the visit of King Rama V. The king never saw it, due to his death prior to its completion. Roma VI completed the magnificent Structure.

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2. Tsingy Forest
Tsingy Forest, also known as Madagascar Forest of Knives, is best accessed by canoe along the red-orange Manambolo River. Needle-like spikes rise high above some reaching beyond 200 feet. Unique and rare wildlife call this fascinating place home.New discoveries are made often as the tight caves and crevices provide optimal hideouts and dens to small many animals.

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3. Giant’s Causeway
In Northern Ireland approx 40,000 hexagonal basalt columns were formed by cooling and contracting of lava flows millions of years ago. This sight is steeped in Irish folklore With the legend of Fin McCool. A legendary giant who supposedly built the causeway to reach Scotland to fight another giant Benandonner. In a fit of rage Fin ripped chunks of the Antrim coastline and hurled them into the sea. Once he laid eyes on his foe he realized he was out matched. He quickly fled back to Ireland, destroying the causeway during his retreat. The Giant’s Causeway has become a symbol of Northern Ireland, attracting visitors from around the world due to its natural beauty and one of a kind geological features.

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4. Lençóis Maranhenses
Lençóis Maranhenses is located in Northeastern Brazil. During the rainy season, the valleys of the dunes fill with fresh water. Impermeable rock keep the water in place and prevents natural drainage. Between the months of January and June the rain storm fills the dunes with freshwater lagoons up to 330 feet in length and 10 feet in depth. The temperature stays between 81-90° fahrenheit with very little nutrients. When the dry season returns the pools quickly disappear. 60,000 people a year travel to see the wondrous pools which offer a unique and secret swimming, surfing, kayaking and horseback riding experience. Despite its shifting appearance it is home to a species of fish called Wolf fish that bury itself in the sand during the dry season. Often connected to nearby rivers, the park is home to many endangered and unique species.

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5. Enchanted River Hinatuan also called the Hinatuan Sacred River is a deep spring river on the Island of Mindorão in the Philippines. Just meeting the requirements to be called a river at just 0.7miles, the mystical water flows into the Philippine Sea and the Pacific Ocean. Legend claims that the river is protected by supernatural  beings including spirits, fairies, and pixies, who are believed to keep the water clean and pristine. The unique dark blue color  catches visitors’ eyes and creates a sense of wanderlust.  No one has ever reached the bottom of this geological marvel so the true size is unknown.  Although many divers have attempted, sadly some have even died in their quest to explore the depths. Those who have witnessed the river describe it as miraculous and a natural phenomenon.

To add to the spectacle, tourists who dare to swim will hear a bell ring at 12 Noon requesting everyone to get out of the water for “feeding time”. The” Hymn of Hinatuan” is played and a massive school of fish pops up out of nowhere. The fish gather at the mouth of the river as the caretaker feeds them. Flashes of silvery scales radiate through the water as they swirl around in a graceful  fight for food. When feeding time is over the fish disperse as if on cue.

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