Profile
John Doe
Explorer
3200 Points
Upcoming Trips
- 5 May - Mount Batur
- 15 May - Uluwatu Show
- 28 May - Rice Terraces
Explorer
3200 Points
All Categories
775
Adventure
2
Art Gallery
6
Attraction
1
Ayurveda Retreat
1
Ayurvedic Center
1
Beach
44
Castle
3
Cave Temple
1
Church
3
Cultural Landmark
2
Entertainment
1
Festival
1
Forests & Parks
2
Fort
13
Haunted Location
1
Historic Landmarks
3
Historic Place
1
Historical Monuments
3
Historical Site
2
Lake
4
Luxury Hotel
1
Monument
5
Museum
9
National Park
4
National Park Attraction
1
Natural Landmark
1
Natural Wonder
1
Nature & Parks
1
Nature & Wildlife
4
Park
7
Parks & Gardens
1
Religious Places
6
Religious Sites
3
Resort
5
Resorts
1
Temple
96
Temples
5
Waterfall
29
Wellness & Healing
1
Wellness & Retreats
2
Wellness Center
6
Wellness Retreat
3
Wildlife Sanctuary
2
Forests & Parks
Spanning roughly 30 square kilometers at the northwestern foot of Mount Fuji, Aokigahara Forest—often called Jukai or the 'Sea of Trees'—is one of Japan’s most unusual and atmospheric natural landscapes. Born from the massive volcanic eruption of Mount Fuji over 1,200 years ago, the forest floor consists of dense, porous basaltic lava that absorbs sound, giving the woods an almost mystical, hushed stillness.A Unique Ecosystem on LavaBecause tree roots cannot easily penetrate the hard volcanic stone, massive Japanese red pine, cypress, and hemlock trees stretch their roots across the rocky surface in intricate webs. Bright green moss carpets the forest floor, intertwining with twisting roots and hidden lava tubes. The canopy is so thick that daylight filters through in soft, dramatic shafts, making a walk along its marked trails feel like stepping into an ancient fairytale world.Key Highlights & FeaturesNarusawa Ice Cave & Fugaku Wind Cave: subterranean lava tubes where natural ice formations remain frozen even during summer heat.Nature Trails: Elevated wooden boardwalks and clear dirt paths allow visitors to safely explore the dense flora without disturbing the delicate soil or getting disoriented.Wildlife Watching: Home to Japanese squirrels, wild boars, foxes, and numerous bird species like the Asian stubtail and cuckoos.Contrary to local urban legends regarding magnetic anomalies disabling compasses, modern equipment works fine here, though staying on marked trails is essential due to the dense, repetitive terrain.
Victoria Falls, known locally as Mosi-oa-Tunya ('The Smoke That Thunders'), stands as one of the world's largest and most spectacular waterfalls. Spanning a width of 1,708 meters (5,604 ft) and plunging 108 meters (354 ft) into the basalt gorges below, it creates a plume of mist that can be seen from dozens of kilometers away.Straddling the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, the falls offer visitors two distinct perspectives. The Zimbabwean side hosts the majority of the viewable viewpoints along a lush rainforest walking trail, while the Zambian side offers intimate access to the water's edge and the famous Devil's Pool during low-water months.Surrounding the falls is a vibrant ecosystem rich in wildlife, where visitors frequently spot elephants, baboons, hippos, and migratory birds along the Zambezi River banks. Thrill-seekers flock here for world-class white-water rafting, gorge swinging, and helicopter flights over the breathtaking natural wonder.