New 7 Wonders of Nature for 2012
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Explore and visit the new wonders
The new 7 wonders of nature for 2012 have been officially announced by the New Seven Wonders of Nature Foundation, in Zurich, Switzerland.
The 7 new wonders were chosen, by the vote results on the official site. Every year the foundation selects 7 new places voted by the public, and those becomes the new 7 wonders of nature.
The foundation started doing this 4 years ago, up until now the places deserve their status as the best 7 places to visit at least once in your life time.
Now i give you the 7 wonders of nature and your chance to vote on the 7 future wonders is also here.
The 7 new wonders were chosen, by the vote results on the official site. Every year the foundation selects 7 new places voted by the public, and those becomes the new 7 wonders of nature.
The foundation started doing this 4 years ago, up until now the places deserve their status as the best 7 places to visit at least once in your life time.
Now i give you the 7 wonders of nature and your chance to vote on the 7 future wonders is also here.
Contents
- Bookmark This Page
- Halong Bay- Vietnam
- Ha Long Bay Guide
- Ha Long Bay Art
- Puerto Princesa Underground River, Philippines
- Inside Information On The Puerto Princesa Underground River
- Travel Guide
- Vote on Next Year 7 Wonders of Nature
- Iguazu Falls-Argentina
- Iguazu Falls Side Walks on Brazil Side
- Iguazu Guide
- Traveling Gear
- Jeju Island, South Korea
- Jeju Island Information
- Jeju Plan Your Trip Guide
- Jeju Island-Halla Mountain Art
- Share your travel tips with readers
- Komodo Island, Indonesia
- Travel Guide
- Komodo Island Art
- Follow the 7 Wonders of Nature in Twitter
- Amazon Rainforest, South America
- Travel Accessories
- Table Mountain, South Africa
- Travel Guide
- Table Mountain Art
- My Featured Lenses
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- Leave your thoughts here
Halong Bay- Vietnam
Ha Long Bay means ''descending dragon bay'' or ''bay of the descending dragons''. Now i know what your're thinking, one of the 7 wonders of nature is in Vietnam, how could i go there. The first thing going through your mind are soldier movies were you see soldiers fighting Vietnam soldiers, right.
Well that's again seem too many movies, in fact, most movies only shown that part of Vietnam and not the rest. Ha Long Bay got is spot for being a natural beauty. One of the best nature places you can see in the world.
Ha Long Bay covers a huge range of over a 1000 miles, that include many isles made of limestone. Not only are they beautiful to look at, they are what gives Ha Long Bay is splendor.
If you visit this place you must take a picture of their sunsets, you will be mind blown with amazement at how beautiful it looks.
Well that's again seem too many movies, in fact, most movies only shown that part of Vietnam and not the rest. Ha Long Bay got is spot for being a natural beauty. One of the best nature places you can see in the world.
Ha Long Bay covers a huge range of over a 1000 miles, that include many isles made of limestone. Not only are they beautiful to look at, they are what gives Ha Long Bay is splendor.
If you visit this place you must take a picture of their sunsets, you will be mind blown with amazement at how beautiful it looks.
Ha Long Bay Guide
- Wikitravel
- Ha Long Bay travel guide by car, bus. how to get around, things to see and do. Where to buy gifts, food, drinks and hotel stay.
- Expedia
- Save money on travel by checking their packages. Including flight and hotel information.
- cruise Ha Long Bay
- Choose from a variety of cruise tours in Ha Long Bay.
- Ha Long Bay Info
- Everything you need to know about Ha Long Bay.
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Gold Sunset in Ha long Bay by visualization
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Puerto Princesa Underground River, Philippines
The second longest underground river in the world and the longest underground river in Asia. Located on The Puerto Princesa Underground River National Park in the Philippines.
The underground river cave is 24 miles long and the river 8 miles long, quite and adventure awaits you. As you travel into the unknown you will experience many of the wonders of caves, like the Stalactites( that which drips) (hang from ceiling) and the Stalagmites (dropping, trickling) ( rises from the floor).
Can you imagine yourselves swimming here, with all the peaceful beauty surrounding you, i can. Do you?
One of the best thing you will see in this cave is the Italian's Chamber, one of the biggest cave room in the world, at site you will remember for many years. Another thing you should know is, that this use to be the longest underground river in the world. Until they discover an even longer one in Mexico, Yucatan Peninsula.
The underground river cave is 24 miles long and the river 8 miles long, quite and adventure awaits you. As you travel into the unknown you will experience many of the wonders of caves, like the Stalactites( that which drips) (hang from ceiling) and the Stalagmites (dropping, trickling) ( rises from the floor).
Can you imagine yourselves swimming here, with all the peaceful beauty surrounding you, i can. Do you?
One of the best thing you will see in this cave is the Italian's Chamber, one of the biggest cave room in the world, at site you will remember for many years. Another thing you should know is, that this use to be the longest underground river in the world. Until they discover an even longer one in Mexico, Yucatan Peninsula.
Travel Guide
- Puerto Princesa Underground River Official Site
- The official site of one of the 7 wonders of nature.
- Tripadvisor
- Check reviews and hotel rates from Expedia, Hotels.com and Agoda.com
For hotel rates check how many days you will stay and the number of people and 3 windows will open with the hotel rates from all 3 rates site.
Vote on Next Year 7 Wonders of Nature
You always heard of the 7 wonders of the world, and probably hear of the 7 wonders of nature now. But you might have though, who decides which are the 7 wonders of nature?
The answer is simple, you do. The site bellow is where people vote on the new 7 wonders of nature every year, now you can make your vote count.
The answer is simple, you do. The site bellow is where people vote on the new 7 wonders of nature every year, now you can make your vote count.
- new 7 wonders site
- vote on the new 7 wonders of nature for 2013 on the official site.
Iguazu Falls-Argentina
Amazing view isn't it, you think so too, right? This incredible view is located on the borders of the Brazilian State of Paraná and the Argentine Province of Misiones.
The Iguazu falls consist of more than 250 to 300 falls according to water levels, surrounded by rainforests. An Inspirational paradise for artists who wish to draw their breathtaking beauty.
The falls are as high as 260 feet tall, that's a feed to behold. Side attraction of Iguazu falls include trails for visitors and boat tours.
One thing about Iguazu is that is taller and wider than Niagara Falls by far. I been to Niagara Falls and are memories i will treasure all my life, next stop Iguazu Falls.
The best times to see the falls is during spring and Fall, during the summer is too hot and humid, unless your use to it from where you live. On winter the water level is very low, but if you don't mind that stopping you from enjoying it, then go for it.
The Iguazu falls consist of more than 250 to 300 falls according to water levels, surrounded by rainforests. An Inspirational paradise for artists who wish to draw their breathtaking beauty.
The falls are as high as 260 feet tall, that's a feed to behold. Side attraction of Iguazu falls include trails for visitors and boat tours.
One thing about Iguazu is that is taller and wider than Niagara Falls by far. I been to Niagara Falls and are memories i will treasure all my life, next stop Iguazu Falls.
The best times to see the falls is during spring and Fall, during the summer is too hot and humid, unless your use to it from where you live. On winter the water level is very low, but if you don't mind that stopping you from enjoying it, then go for it.
Iguazu Guide
- Iguazu Falls rates
- Flight rates and stays for your vacation.
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Jeju Island, South Korea
A paradise for honeymooners is all i can say, you must take your beloved husband or wife there. Is rare to see a field of flowers next to a beach, but Jeju Island has it.
Jeju Island or the island of the gods is located on the southern coast of South Korea, in the Korea Strait, southwest of Jeollanam-do Province. One thing you didn't know about this beautiful place is that is the top destination for honeymoon in the world.
A unique features of the 13 beaches located in Jeju island, is that their beaches have a red, black, grey mixed with the white sand of the beach, giving it an amazing look.
A place you must visit during your stay there is Hallad Mountain, a dormant volcano fill with green vegetation and a lake in the middle, there are many hiking trails available to see this natural wonder.
Jeju Island or the island of the gods is located on the southern coast of South Korea, in the Korea Strait, southwest of Jeollanam-do Province. One thing you didn't know about this beautiful place is that is the top destination for honeymoon in the world.
A unique features of the 13 beaches located in Jeju island, is that their beaches have a red, black, grey mixed with the white sand of the beach, giving it an amazing look.
A place you must visit during your stay there is Hallad Mountain, a dormant volcano fill with green vegetation and a lake in the middle, there are many hiking trails available to see this natural wonder.
Jeju Plan Your Trip Guide
- Jeju Island Reviews
- Reviews made by people who have experience their beauy and experiences.
- JeJu Island Travel Guide
- Find anything on planning your trip.
- Tour options
- Many tour programs during your stay, including the Jeju English Group bus Tour or the taxi English Tour.
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Jeju Island-Halla Mountain by visualization
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Share your travel tips with readers
What are the best travel tips you can give for international or local trips?
macmaki says:
Take several sources of revenue -- ie. cash-both us and currency of place you are visiting, credit cards, and yes travelers if you can get them. Fantasic Lens. That bay in Viet Nam is mind boggling!
Wedding_Mom says:
Pack light.
SayGuddaycom says:
Do your research, go in the off season and stay at the cheapest places you can find because it's the experiences you will remember, not the hotel rooms.
Komodo Island, Indonesia
Komodo island main attraction is well the Komodo Dragon, the natural habitat of the Komodo Dragon. Aside from seem the largest lizard in the world, you can explore the island scuba diving attraction.
The Komodo Dragon weights over 100 pounds and over 10 feet long, one animal you shouldn't bother. What else can you do here, well you can spend some time in his pink beach. That's right pink one of only 7 pink beaches in the world, do to a mixture of red and white sand.
A place to visit during your stay is the Lingko ricefield, a field of circular terrace arranged like a web. A nice view for pictures during your travels.
The Komodo Dragon weights over 100 pounds and over 10 feet long, one animal you shouldn't bother. What else can you do here, well you can spend some time in his pink beach. That's right pink one of only 7 pink beaches in the world, do to a mixture of red and white sand.
A place to visit during your stay is the Lingko ricefield, a field of circular terrace arranged like a web. A nice view for pictures during your travels.
Travel Guide
- Komodo Island Tours
- A variety of available tours to explore every inch of Komodo Island.
- Komodo Island Diving Reviews
- Reviews on the diving experience of people who visited the island.
- Lombo Hotel and Travel
- travel and tour information on komodo Island.
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Komodo Island Pink Beach at Sunset
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Amazon Rainforest, South America
Not surprise here, being the largest tropical rainforest in the planet. The amazon rainforest covers a huge part of South America covering the Amazon Basin. The Amazon Basin is the part drain by the Amazon river and his tributaries.
The amazon rainforest, just like any tropical rainforest is rich in animal species. Most of this species have not been discover yet, considering that the rainforest is dense and still not fully explore.
Most of the animals species found in the amazon are insects a whooping over 2 millions insect. Remember that you will be going to the amazon, in the unlucky event that you get a bite from a crocodile, if you can! press your thumb into his eyeballs, he will let go immediately. Is a real fact.
The best way to see the amazon rainforest is by the river, with a professional tour guide, where you should only visit friendly native villages and see how they live. all while you explore your surroundings in a never ending quest to find something undiscovered.
The amazon rainforest, just like any tropical rainforest is rich in animal species. Most of this species have not been discover yet, considering that the rainforest is dense and still not fully explore.
Most of the animals species found in the amazon are insects a whooping over 2 millions insect. Remember that you will be going to the amazon, in the unlucky event that you get a bite from a crocodile, if you can! press your thumb into his eyeballs, he will let go immediately. Is a real fact.
The best way to see the amazon rainforest is by the river, with a professional tour guide, where you should only visit friendly native villages and see how they live. all while you explore your surroundings in a never ending quest to find something undiscovered.
- Amazong Rainforest Reviews
- Reviews to plan your trip on your destination.
- Adventure Life
- Amazon Travel and tours of Ecuador, Peru and Bolivia.
- Amazon Rainforest Survival Guide
- Basic survival guide against the many dangers of the amazon.
- Hillman Wonders
- Travel tips
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Table Mountain, South Africa
Does it reminds you of something you seem in movies of the old west? then your right, there are others like those. A feature of the mountain is that often the clouds create what is call the ''table cloth'' of clouds. If you get to see this phenomenom while on the beach or on the top, remember to take an unforgettable picture.
The table mountain is a flat formation overlooking Cape Town. A huge tourist attraction that spands over 2 miles long surround by sea. The edges of the mountain are call the Devil's Peak in the east and the Lion's Head on the west.
Visitors take the cableway or the hiking trail to reach the top, while on the cableway you will encounter animals call Dassie. Cute terrestrial mammals, though your not allow to feed them.
Aside from visiting the mountain, enjoying the beaches, hotels and dining experience. You can go hiking, rock climbing or go cave exploring.
The table mountain is a flat formation overlooking Cape Town. A huge tourist attraction that spands over 2 miles long surround by sea. The edges of the mountain are call the Devil's Peak in the east and the Lion's Head on the west.
Visitors take the cableway or the hiking trail to reach the top, while on the cableway you will encounter animals call Dassie. Cute terrestrial mammals, though your not allow to feed them.
Aside from visiting the mountain, enjoying the beaches, hotels and dining experience. You can go hiking, rock climbing or go cave exploring.
Travel Guide
- Table Mountain National Park
- Guides and info on exploring table mountain.
- Table Mountain Eating and Drinking
- A guide and hours of Table Mountain Dining Experience.
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webkangaroo
May 27, 2012 @ 8:32 pm | delete
- What a great lens -- I want to go to all of these places!
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digitaltree
May 29, 2012 @ 1:50 pm | delete
- Thank you for your visit,i hope someday you can visit them:)
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Millionairemomma
May 8, 2012 @ 12:21 am | delete
- Beautiful places!
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digitaltree
May 10, 2012 @ 3:11 pm | delete
- Thank you for visiting:) i'm glad you discover and enjoy this wonders of nature.
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DonVito
Apr 20, 2012 @ 8:16 am | delete
- Amazing destinations! I hope to be able to visit one of these places some day! Thank you for sharing!
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digitaltree
Apr 20, 2012 @ 7:13 pm | delete
- Thank you for visiting the lens and liking it, glad to hear you discover new places in the world through my Lens:)
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MyraReid
Apr 19, 2012 @ 2:49 am | delete
- Yeah I've been in Puerto Princesa Underground River in the Philippines and its really beautify and relaxing place.
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MyraReid
Apr 19, 2012 @ 2:49 am | delete
- Yeah I've been in Puerto Princesa Underground River in the Philippines and its really beautify and relaxing place.
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digitaltree
Apr 19, 2012 @ 8:25 pm | delete
- Thank you for visiting my Lens and liking it:) wow glad to hear from someone who visited one of the 7 wonders, i will love to see it someday.
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Upon-Request Apr 14, 2012 @ 10:34 pm | delete
- Haven't visited any of these yet but Iguazu Falls and the Amazon Rainforest are definitely on my bucket list.
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digitaltree
Apr 15, 2012 @ 3:21 am | delete
- Thanks you for visiting this Lens, glad you enjoy the wonders of nature and wish to visit some of them:)
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kohtaoisland
Apr 14, 2012 @ 4:48 am | delete
- I will vote for wonders of Asia. It is very spectacular to see. Thanks for sharing this extraordinary blog.
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digitaltree
Apr 14, 2012 @ 2:05 pm | delete
- Hello, thank you for visiting, i'm glad you got to discover new places you wish to visit through my Lens:)
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poissonenciel
Apr 8, 2012 @ 8:06 am | delete
- Very interesting, thank you!
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digitaltree
Apr 8, 2012 @ 1:53 pm | delete
- Your welcome, i'm glad you got to discovered new places in our world:)
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Wedding_Mom
Apr 2, 2012 @ 8:28 pm | delete
- These places are really amazing.
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digitaltree
Apr 2, 2012 @ 9:16 pm | delete
- Thank you for the visit, glad you have the chance to see and learn about the new 7 wonders of nature:)
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tinVeszpremi
Mar 30, 2012 @ 2:13 am | delete
- Great pictures, amazing places, would love to see them all! Nice to have seen 2 of the places in the 2012 new 7 wonders of nature and Im so happy that puerto princesa underground river is one of them. Proud to belong in the philippines, a country that hosts such beauty of nature.
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digitaltree
Apr 2, 2012 @ 9:16 pm | delete
- Thank you, glad you saw one of your favorite places, it truly deserves is spot:)
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cajkovska
Mar 9, 2012 @ 1:54 am | delete
- The Amazon Rainforest looks amazing! So green...
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digitaltree
Mar 11, 2012 @ 2:41 pm | delete
- I'm glad you enjoy it:) a beautiful place fill with many undiscovered animals.
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MrsPotts
Mar 6, 2012 @ 1:34 pm | delete
- There is beauty all around, isn't there? Beautiful pictures! I wasn't aware of any of these natural wonders. Thank you!
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digitaltree
Mar 7, 2012 @ 1:29 pm | delete
- yes their certainly beauty everywhere, i never heard of them until the official announcement came a few weeks ago.Glad you discover a new places on earth:)
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RCGraphicsDesign
Mar 6, 2012 @ 8:27 am | delete
- I haven't visited one of these seven wonders but I would love to visit Halong Bay. It looks like such a surrealistic scene. How beautiful. Thanks for a wonderful lens.
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digitaltree
Mar 7, 2012 @ 1:26 pm | delete
- Thank you for visiting this Lens. I know right the scenery of ha long bay is really amazing, i want to see their sunsets in person.
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waldenthree.net
Mar 4, 2012 @ 9:48 am | delete
- Nature inspries spirituality and creativity. Congrads on your Squidoo trophy. Conversations helps for new topics new ideas. Thanks.
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digitaltree
Mar 4, 2012 @ 8:54 pm | delete
- Thank you, i'm glad you enjoy discovering new places in this world through my Lens, there always new places to see:)
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genuineaid
Mar 2, 2012 @ 12:32 am | delete
- Beautiful Places, would be fun to visit them :)
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digitaltree
Mar 2, 2012 @ 1:46 am | delete
- I'm sure you will someday:) i better start saving if i want to go someday.
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Travelhouseuk
Mar 1, 2012 @ 9:28 am | delete
- Nice!
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digitaltree
Mar 1, 2012 @ 1:13 pm | delete
- Thank you, glad you enjoy those breathtaking places:)
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daria369
Feb 29, 2012 @ 5:58 pm | delete
- All of these places are breathtaking. Beautifully done, congrats!! :)
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digitaltree
Feb 29, 2012 @ 7:11 pm | delete
- Thank you, glad you enjoy the 7 wonders of nature, and hope they come to your mind on your next vacation:)
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survivoryea
Feb 29, 2012 @ 8:17 am | delete
- So many beautiful places to see! Very nice lens :>)
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digitaltree
Feb 29, 2012 @ 7:09 pm | delete
- I know right, i can't wait to see which will be the new 7 wonders of 2013:)
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zentao
Feb 28, 2012 @ 9:47 pm | delete
- great lens here. Good stuff!
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cffutah
Feb 27, 2012 @ 8:40 pm | delete
- Simply beautifully done indeed! *blessed*
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fiona-townsend
Feb 27, 2012 @ 3:55 pm | delete
- These places are all so beautiful, I'd love to visit them.
Great lens!
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RickshawTravels
Feb 27, 2012 @ 7:10 am | delete
- Great Lens. I am so happy about Table Mountain! A deserving nomination. I have been there a couple of times and it is just incredibly beautiful! Thanks for sharing this lens.
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digitaltree
Feb 27, 2012 @ 12:55 pm | delete
- Thank you for sharing your experience about table mountain with the readers:) Table mountain is in the top list of my travel destinations, looks really amazing.
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etravelvn
Feb 27, 2012 @ 6:10 am | delete
- 1 vote for Halong Bay
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SayGuddaycom
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- Great lens.
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- Nice lens.
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- Nice lens.
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MelonyVaughan
Feb 24, 2012 @ 6:25 pm | delete
- The Halong Bay looks amazing!
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Lindrus
Feb 22, 2012 @ 12:51 am | delete
- I've been to Halong Bay in Vietnam and to Table Mountain in South Africa. The places are obviously totally different, and I enjoyed and was very impressed by both.
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digitaltree
Feb 22, 2012 @ 11:28 am | delete
- Thank you for the liking, commenting and sharing your experience:) my first place i wish to visit between the 2 is table mountain, i wonder how long it take to go from one side to the other, and is they let people do it when they're at the top. Just to explore it.
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