Where on earth should I live?

“where should i live”

This test will advise you where on earth you should live. Your answers will enable our banks of computers to super-intelligently choose the country that exactly fits your personality!

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Fixed some small issues - Jan 11, 2015
Added 5 more countries - May 29, 2016
Fixed some display issues - Jul 28, 2017

What is your gender?
Female
Male
What do you think of star-sign?
We must open our minds to the Spiritual side of life
To me personally it makes no sense
I don't know
What will you do if your air-conditioning doesn’t work this summer?
I will find someone to fix it! Meanwhile, I will go to some other place — a café, the shopping-mall or bookstore — to cool-off in their air-con. I hate sweating!
I will switch on my fan or just open the window.
If I’m feeling happy, the temperature doesn’t affect me. Besides, it’s healthier if you sweat in the summer!
What do you think about girls wearing mini-skirts in the winter?
Nothing can stop a gal wanting to be sexy — even in piercing wind!
It’s none of my business.
It’s crazy! They’re going to freeze ‘til their legs snap!
You finally get to take a vacation, but it’s raining all day, every day. How will you feel?
I’ll feel really disappointed, and I’ll hope the sun comes back to dry off the rain.
Please be sunny immediately! I want to go out and have fun!
I can’t face being in the rain, but it’s is cool and comfortable indoors — I’ll just put my feet up there.
Yeah, it’s raining. Finally I can use my umbrella with the katana-shaped handle and wear my pink rain boots!
What kind of a scenic background do you prefer when you take photos?
Parched desert in bright sunlight.
Natural scenery with a blue sky and high saturation.
Venice in the rain.
Hot, humid rainforest.
In which environment do you feel most comfortable?
On a lonely deserted island.
On a farm where the nearest humanity is at least 10km away.
In a town close to friendly neighbours.
Among a crowd in the big city; there I can overcome any feelings of isolation.
How long can you stand being alone?
I can do without most people, especially if we don’t have a personal connection.
I like to be alone, but sometimes I like to talk to friends.
I can’t stand being alone for long; I need people to keep in touch with everything.
I feel insecure when I’m alone; I like to be around people.
In the city, do you remember directions by recalling the locations of your favourite cafés and restaurants?
No
Yes
No matter which country you travel to, do you mostly feel like eating burgers?
Yes
No
If you could choose, in which age would you most like to live?
The chaotic middle-ages, because, as the old saying goes; ‘heroes emerge in troubled times,’ I could have been one — perhaps Robin Hood?
The industrial revolution: because big ideas emerge in tumultuous times.
In contemporary times of peace; a sound legal-system makes me feel secure.
You are walking alone at night; suddenly you sense there’s someone following. You think:
He might just want to ask me for directions.
I’ll walk faster and lose him.
He must be bad! I’m really scared! I’ll never take this route again!
Tom lives on a small island. Every morning, going to school by boat, he’s always late. To avoid this, he should:
Move to the mainland; living on an island is a hassle! And there are mosquitoes too!
Continue to enjoy the gorgeous views — even though it’s a bore being by the sea day-in, day-out.
Give up school altogether and just enjoy the scenery.
Ancient cities were often established beside rivers — methodology that aided navigation and architectural development. Besides these advantages, what are the perks of living in riverside cities today?
None whatsoever; for modern city-living, rivers aren’t important.
Enjoying and making use of the river-life, such as its fish-produce.
Rivers keep us in touch with nature; they contribute to our wellbeing. And rivers make cities romantic!
What’s your opinion about celebrating Christmas in the summer?
I’d like it, what with sweating Santa handing out presents on the beach! Bring it on! Let’s have Easter in the autumn and Halloween in the spring!
It doesn’t matter to me what time of year Christmas is; I just wish summer could be an endless season.
Christmas isn’t right without snow, sleighs and Christmas trees.
Why do animals such as kangaroos, koalas and alpacas live in the southern hemisphere?
Because they were slow off the mark; they didn’t hop onto the northern-drifting continents in time!
It’s none of my business.
Because fewer people live in the southern hemisphere.
Which of these sayings are the coolest?
“We are born with sin”
“There is no God but Allah”
“As a man sows, so shall he reap. Only penance can help you to escape from karma.”
“Nirvana is a spiritual realm without trouble and ignorance, it can give you eternal peace and transcendence for life.”
“You can choose to believe or not. But don’t bother me.”
“Nature is God; if not, then there is no God.”
Which legend or story are you more interested in?
Exodus, Noah’s Ark, and Adam and Eve.
How the messenger of Allah sought the truth and returned to Mecca.
Ganesha, the boundless light of Visnu, and the myth of fickle Siva.
Sakyamuni and Banyan, the white elephant with six teeth, and the deer with nine colours.
Eight Immortals, Buddha Jih, and ‘The Lord of the Rings’.
I don’t like legends, or stories.
What is your opinion about the ocean?
I don’t like the ocean, deep blue sea makes me nervous.
If the ocean happens to be nearby, I might go there, but it’s not necessary for me to especially visit it.
It’s good to take a walk on the beach occasionally.
I do like to go island-hopping.
I’d like to retreat to an island forever.
Believe it or not, I am actually a fish.

China123112091501,417,263,414Welcome to the most interesting country on the planet. China is the third most visited country in the world. It has the world’s largest population and superb historical relics — including the world’s longest wall.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/1.png
India2331020219911,360,530,883A rich amalgam of, well — everything! India is vast and has fascinating religions, 438 languages and awesome architecture. Here are truly profound depths of history and culture. And the Taj Mahal really is more majestic and bigger than you think!https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/2.png
United States13101200110327,794,153This vast country is not the America of TV and the movies; it is complex and diverse. From its big cities to its vast plains, from the Rockies to the reservations, the USA never fails to astound and delight.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/3.png
Indonesia232112112990268,004,670With 18,110 islands, Indonesia is the world’s largest archipelago. Straddling the Equator between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, if Indonesia’s tropical forests are too vast for you, Jakarta and Bali will welcome your wallet!https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/4.png
Brazil23101220110211,541,325Famous for its soccer and its Rio carnival, Brazil is the largest country in South America. Enjoy the bustle of São Paulo and the energy of Pernambuco, but remember the magnificent Amazon rainforest stands waiting.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/5.png
Russia02100200200143,934,102Covering one-eighth of the Earth's inhabited area, Russia’s best known sights are in Moscow and Saint Petersburg. Russia has several of the world's greatest museums; The Hermitage presents a glitteringly impressive collection.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/6.png
Japan13302209310127,038,937The ‘Land of the Rising Sun’ is where the past meets the future. Cities are high tech, yet shacks sometimes squat beside condominiums. Japan has beautiful temples, landscapes and constant juxtapositions between old and new.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/7.png
Mexico23210100201131,451,053This nation has beautiful beach resorts, profound archaeology and pyramids, museums and haciendas. And then there are its cities — don’t miss Mexico City and Acapulco. Visit the northern interior to get off the beaten track.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/8.png
Philippines23301110310107,214,625Once you’ve absorbed vibrant Manila and dived among coral reefs, head off to Tagaytay. Here near Taal Volcano, the weather’s cool; no wonder it’s a favourite getaway for Filipinos who’ve grown tired of their tropics.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/9.png
Vietnam23311203299096,905,068The 1960s war was one of this land’s many, but it was the most brutal. Ho Chi Minh City is the economic centre — formerly Saigon. Visit Phan Thiet, ‘the resort capital’ with its wonderful Mui Ne beach.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/10.png
Egypt21201101299099,375,741Valleys at Luxor; Temples at Abu Simbel, and Palaces at Karnak; and there’s so much more. Near Cairo at Giza, Khufu's Pyramid is one of the ‘Seven Wonders of the Ancient World’, and the Great Sphinx looks on.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/11.png
Germany1231220020082,293,457Known for its precision engineering and industriousness, Germany is equally admired for its old-world charm. Of its historic cities, Munich is a must-see. And don’t miss Berlin, medieval Bremen, Hamburg, Cologne and the picturesque Rhineland.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/12.png
Turkey2221010121081,916,871From the dome-and-minaret skyline of Istanbul, to its coast-side Roman ruins, Turkey is enchanting. Its beaches are best May to October — try Patara, it’s outstanding. Look forward to hot sunshine, friendly locals and reasonable prices.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/13.png
Thailand2321020320069,183,173With its excellent cuisine, tropical climate and beautiful beaches, Thailand is fragrantly beautiful. Bangkok is the bustling, frenetic capital, but don’t miss the historical city of Ayutthaya, and the ancient capital of Siam; Chiang Mai.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/14.png
France1221120021065,233,271France is the world's popular destination. Renowned for its gastronomy —particularly its wine — French history, culture and fashion reign supreme. All you might need is Paris, but at least fit in Versailles, the Riviera and the Loire.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/15.png
United Kingdom1330120020166,573,504The UK possesses a fascinating history and a dynamic modern culture — both keep the world enthralled. Although Britannia no longer rules the waves; in London’s Westminster, it feels as if Britain still has some power.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/16.png
Italy1330110021159,290,969With its diverse landscape, Italy can be described as mountainous —witness its Alps and Apennines. Central Italy exudes history and art. Let Rome show you the wonders of its Empire, and Florence lead you back to the Renaissance.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/17.png
South Africa22101120299057,398,421Cape Town, South Africa’s ‘mother city’, accurately fulfils dreams of this land, and Table Mountain dominates. The Atlantic and Indian Oceans meet at Agulhas, and the Garden Route enchants. In the north, ‘big five’ wild animals roam.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/18.png
South Korea0331110921051,164,435Visit Seoul's imperial palaces; among them is Changdeokgung, where the past is entirely captivating. On Korea’s favourite Jeju Island, experience the eerie underground lava tubes. As for traditional cuisine, music and dance — it’s all joyously inescapable.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/19.png
Spain1221210020046,397,452Europe’s exotic Spain is relaxed, and everywhere there’s vibrant music, folklore and festivities. Visit beautiful Madrid, the architectural wonder that’s Barcelona, and Pamplona’s ‘Running of the Bulls.’ Then, don’t forget evocative Seville and Granada.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/20.png
Ukraine0220120021044,009,214Ukraine remains politically unstable — especially in the eastern, Russian-speaking areas. In the west, there’s European architecture and cuisine to enjoy. Kiev is a beautiful capital city, not least because of its Orthodox and Baroque heritage.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/21.png
Kenya2320011010150,950,879There are terrorism risks — especially in some cities. But wonders never cease at Aberdare National Park. Here, over 250 bird species keep company with some awesome mammals. Meanwhile, Lake Nakuru can be a blur of pink flamingos.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/22.png
Argentina2311122011044,688,864Buenos Aires has 48 districts, or ‘barrios’ — La Boca is a favourite. The tango largely originated in the suburbs of this romantic city. For skiing and trekking, visit San Carlos de Bariloche in the foothills of the Andes.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/23.png
Poland02202200199038,104,832Take incredible Kraków slowly; this ‘cultural capital’ was Poland’s capital in the middle ages. Tragic Auschwitz is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In contrast, visit Karkonoski National Park for Śnieżka Mountain and other wonders.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/24.png
Algeria22101101199042,008,054There are terrorism risks here, especially in desert and rural areas. In Algiers, walk in the UNESCO-listed Casbah, and experience the magnificent Bay of Algiers. Near Batna, see the Roman ruins of Timgad, and the vast Ghoufi Canyons.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/25.png
Sudan20100101199041,511,526Travelling in Sudan outside Khartoum, Omdurman and the Northern State is dangerous. But do witness the confluence of the Blue and White Nile between Khartoum and atmospheric Omdurman. Here, Souq Omdurman is a wonderful highlight.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/26.png
Canada0210220021036,953,765Montreal is the cultural heart of Canada’s francophone culture, so do take a stroll around Old Montreal. In Vancouver, you can enjoy the beach and ski down slopes on the same day. And don’t miss out Niagara Falls.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/27.png
Morocco22201101299036,191,805Casablanca is a favourite starting point. Its historic medina and huge mosque are highlights. Marrakesh offers the best of old and new: explore its souks and ruins. Djeema El Fna at dusk is not to be missed.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/28.png
Afghanistan11200101099036,373,176Travel in Afghanistan can be very dangerous, so plan meticulously. See the magnificent tiled Blue Mosque in Mazar-e Sharif, then trek in Panjshir Valley — the route to Anjuman Pass. Band-e Amir National Park’s five turquoise lakes are entrancing.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/29.png
Peru2310121010132,551,815In Lima, the Centro Historico, Plaza de Armas and Plaza San Martin await you. Immerse yourself in pre-Columbian culture — you’re at the centre of the Inca Empire. And at Chavín de Huántar, 900BC pre-Incan history prevails.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/30.png
Saudi Arabia2010100111033,554,343Here are the holy Muslim cities of Makkah and Madinah, to which all able Muslims are required to make a pilgrimage. Visit the ruined Nabataean city of Madain Saleh, and go to Abah — the kingdom’s remarkable mountain resort.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/31.png
Malaysia23211211299132,042,458Head straight for the Old Town; it’s the core of Kuala Lumpur and includes the historic Chinese commercial centre. The ‘Pearl of the Orient’, Penang, is the island with excellent cuisine and lots of colonial heritage.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/32.png
Taiwan23312204299023,694,089Taiwan is much more than a land of high-tech industries; 69% of the island is magnificent mountains. There are superb beaches and national parks — many with hot springs. Find time to visit the historic former capital city, Tainan.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/33.png
Australia1310222020024,772,247A good deal of Australia is geological wonders and parched ‘outback’ terrain. Relief comes in attractively cosmopolitan Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. And off the Pacific coast of Queensland, the world’s largest coral formation awaits you.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/34.png
Ivory Coast2321011011024,905,843The old capital, Abidjan, remains the administrative centre, and nations maintain their embassies there. From the 1970s to the 1980s, Yamoussoukro was lavishly built on the site of the then president’s ancestral village. Isn’t this the world’s oddest capital?https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/35.png
Madagascar2310122920026,262,810Madagascar’s long isolation from its neighbouring continents has resulted in a unique mix of plants and animals — lemurs especially. There is no real tourist infrastructure in the capital, Antananarivo; that’s probably why ‘Tana’ is so attractive!https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/36.png
Sri Lanka23301113299020,950,041Take a train up to Sri Lanka’s cultural capital, Kandy. The Temple of the Tooth houses the famous relic of Buddha. The conical mountain, Adam’s Peak, is well known for its ‘sacred footprint’ rock formation near the summit.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/37.png
Romania1220220010019,580,634Transylvania is the most famous region, a land of medieval castles and towns; of dark forests and snowy peaks. Then there’s Moldavia; explore historical cities, medieval fortresses and churches. In contrast, bathe on the Black Sea Coast of Dobrogea.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/38.png
Chile1210212021018,197,209Chile’s ribbon-like shape — 4,300 km long and averaging 175 km wide — might see you experiencing a widely varied climate. Viña del Mar is a beach highlight of the South Pacific, and above all rise the snow-capped Chilean Andes.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/39.png
Netherlands0230220020117,084,459With over 16 million people on an area of just 41,543 km2, this is a densely populated country. The Netherlands has a wealth of cultural heritage and is famous for its painters, windmills, clogs, flat land and gorgeous Amsterdam.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/40.png
Belgium1331220011111,498,519Belgium has a very high rate of urbanisation, and an astonishing number of cities. Brussels, the unofficial capital of the EU, offers historic buildings, museums and galleries. Visit Bruges, the ‘Venice of the north’, and its medieval centre.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/41.png
Greece2220120030011,142,161Athens was a provincial village when it was chosen in the 1830s to be Greece’s new capital. A city was built between and around the area’s ancient classical ruins. And all are at the crux of Classical Greek civilization.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/42.png
Czech Republic1220220001010,625,250Prague's cobbled lanes lead to cathedrals, medieval buildings and to the city’s 9th-century castle. Almost undamaged by WWII, Prague is one of Europe's most charmingly beautiful cities. Next, visit riverside Olomouc, the Republic’s 1,000 year-old university town.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/43.png
Somalia2110011120015,181,925Somalia is currently a dangerous war zone. Fortunately, Somaliland is relatively safe. Hargeisa, its capital, is cosmopolitan with a rich cultural history. Coastal Zeila is an historic port that’s full of mosques and picturesquely distressed colonial buildings.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/44.png
Portugal1220220021110,291,196Portugal is 900 years old, and in all that time it has retained the same borders. In the capital, Lisbon, explore Alfama’s medieval tangle of streets and alleys. Next, your glamorous, cost-effective beach retreat: the clean, sparkling Algarve.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/45.png
Haiti2330110030111,112,945With the notable exception of Labadee, travellers should remain alert in this downtrodden nation. Yet, this country on the island of Hispaniola is continually fascinating. Do find time to leave the capital for Cap-Haïtien’s beautiful beaches.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/46.png
Bolivia2110122001011,215,674The country was named after 19th century independence fighter, Simon Bolivar. Today, 60% of Bolivia’s population is of pure Native American ancestry. Visit Madidi National Park; it has a range of ecosystems — cloud forests, tropical forests and lowland savannas.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/47.png
Hungary122122000009,688,847The capital, Budapest, is known as ‘the Paris of the East’ and has huge architectural significance. In District I, explore the ancient castle, Fishermen’s Bastion, the Labyrinth and Mathias Church. Go east of the Danube for today’s ‘happening’ Budapest.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/48.png
Sweden121021002119,982,709Stockholm is Sweden’s delightfully green and watery capital. Old town, Gamla Stan, is a good place to start. Cross the sea to Gotland for a vision of medieval times. Walk ancient farmlands and see huge variations in church architecture.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/49.png
Belarus021012000009,452,113Belarus was one of the most developed republics in the former USSR, but Brest has the closest links to Western Europe. Parts of the city are Polish in character; more easterly links are also strong — in Brest’s orthodox churches, for example.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/50.png
Dominican Republic2330120021110,882,996Here on the eastern two-thirds of the Caribbean island of Hispaniola, head straight to the Bay of Samaná. Why? Because many report that it’s ‘Paradise on Earth’. And, if you can tear yourself away, go south to Enriquillo Valley.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/51.png
Azerbaijan1120120109909,923,914Here in Azerbaijan, choose the Caspian seashore resort of Nabran. Known for its ancient forests and healthy mineral springs, you’ll love Nabran’s beaches and its tasty grilled sturgeon. Later, relax with tea in one of Khachmaz’s beautiful parks.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/52.png
Honduras232001002119,417,167Explore ancient Mayan ruins and relax on the Caribbean coast of Honduras. And on Bay Islands, wonder pristine beaches and dive to clear coral reefs. Visit Copán to view some of the world’s most impressive pre-Columbian art.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/53.png
Austria122022000018,751,820Alpine Austria is a winter-sports wonderland and full of musical heritage. It’s not surprising that so many great composers were drawn to Vienna. You’ll sense them here — Haydn and Mozart, and the awe-inspiring legacy of Beethoven and Schubert.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/54.png
United Arab Emirates202010012119,541,615Dubai is one of the UAE’s seven emirates — perhaps it is the most progressive. A desert city with a superb infrastructure, Dubai has liberal policies (by regional standards), and has become popular for its luxurious shopping and tourist amenities.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/55.png
Switzerland123022000018,544,034Switzerland is known for its Alpine ski-runs, but it’s also a land of tranquil lakes and rolling hills. There’s a vehicle-free village close to the towering Matterhorn called Zermatt. It’s totally beautiful, but it does come at a price.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/56.png
Hong Kong (China)2331110359907184Hong Kong Island is the site of the once British settlement. Here are skyscrapers and the city’s financial centre. Venture out to Kowloon for more fun; enjoy a chaotic mix of malls and fragrant food markets.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/57.png
Denmark122121003005,707,251Vikings are irresistible. Roskilde is their ancient city; see its ship-exhibiting museum and the cathedral. Copenhagen is a metropolis with superb shopping, culture and nightlife, yet it’s small enough to be intimate and easy to explore.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/58.png
Finland021021002105,542,517Helsinki in the summer is when city and nature are perfectly balanced. Highlights include Senate Square, the two Cathedrals, museums and coastal city walks. And in Finland’s northernmost reaches, the midnight sun makes it all seem timeless.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/59.png
Singapore233022144005,791,901Founded as a British trading colony in 1819, Singapore has become one of the world’s most prosperous countries. This garden city-state has a tropical climate, an incredible cuisine, amazing shopping malls and a very vibrant nightlife.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/60.png
Norway021021003105,353,363Visit the former capital, Bergen for its Norwegian woods, picturesque buildings and atmospheric mountains. This is your gateway to the western fjords. Mighty glaciers await you at Sognefjord, Flåm and Nærøyfjorden — a UNESCO World Heritage site.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/61.png
Lebanon133002012014,853,516Beirut, its outlying areas and other parts of Lebanon are reasonably safe; but check. The peninsula city of Tyre has beautifully clean beaches. Fine Roman architecture stands there too, including the world’s best-preserved remains of a Hippodrome.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/62.png
Costa Rica232012102114,953,199Costa Rica’s Central Pacific region has excellent coffee and great national parks. For one of its most bio-diverse environments, head down to the South Pacific. Here in the tropics you’ll find exotic flora and fauna and beautifully remote beaches.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/63.png
Ireland122022002014,803,748The Irish Republic is your romantic, literary destination. Its capital, Dublin has some fine Georgian buildings and famous pubs. Perhaps go on a literary pub crawl? Walk the cobbled paths of Joyce, Behan, Beckett, Yeats and Flann O’Brien.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/64.png
New Zealand131022203104,749,598Nature beats everything in New Zealand. Tour its national parks and other out-of-the-way places — many of them dramatic movie exteriors. Small town Wanaka is full of atmosphere, has two lakes and leads to the magnificent Mt Aspiring National Park.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/65.png
Croatia132021003014,164,783Down on the Adriatic Sea, walk the walls of Dubrovnik. It has been known as a tourism jewel since the 19th century. See spectacular architecture, sculpture, churches, monasteries and museums. From here, make excursions to other Croatian wonders.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/66.png
Puerto Rico233011002113,659,007Here in the north-eastern Caribbean are the islands of Puerto Rico; an unincorporated territory of the USA. Inland from the beaches and fish-filled coral reefs, the rainforests shelter parrots and coquis — Puerto Rico’s tiny but noisy tree frogs.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/67.png
Uruguay231022202013,469,551There’s an old Guarani word that was uttered by early natives here: “Uruguay”, meaning ‘river of the colourful birds.’ Today, Punta del Este is labelled ‘the Monaco of South America.’ It has beautiful beaches, great surfing and a vibrant nightlife.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/68.png
Armenia122012000102,934,152As a former Soviet republic of the Caucasus region, Armenia has an anciently rich culture. You will frequently be reminded that this was the world’s first officially Christian country. No wonder its beautifully situated monasteries are such an attraction.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/69.png
Albania1220120129902,934,363Trees and mountains surround the capital, Tirana; climb Mt. Dajt for a great city view. Berat is one of Albania’s oldest towns. It is known as the ‘city of 1001 windows’ because of its unique Ottoman-Albanian architecture.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/70.png
Lithuania1220120119902,876,475Lithuania has a proud tradition of regional dialects, storytelling and folksong. All can be heard on the Baltic peninsula of Curonian Spit. Here you can enjoy white sandy beaches and old ethnic villages — a fascinating UNESCO World Heritage site.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/71.png
Mongolia0110110309903,121,772Nomadic life still thrives here in vast Outer Mongolia. West of Ulaanbaatar, in the Orkhon Valley, 8th-century Khar Balgas will unfold before you. Then, tour the ruins of Genghis Khan's capital, Karakorum. Sense the heartbeat of Empire.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/72.png
Slovenia132021002112,081,260Slovenia’s old cities have baroque and Roman architectural influences. Ljubljana, the capital, was founded in Roman times. Travel to Škocjan Caves and walk into Europe’s highest cave hall. There are eleven chambers; listen hard in Silent and Murmuring Cave.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/73.png
Cyprus112011003001,189,085Cyprus’s Mediterranean character is enhanced by its citrus and olive groves. Protaras is the lively town that stretches along Fig Tree Bay — one of the island’s best beaches. In winter, you can even ski on the Troodos Mountains.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/74.png
Fiji23201220310912,241Fiji is an archipelago of 332 islands, about 110 of which are inhabited. The two major islands are Viti Levu and Vanua Levu. Where to choose? Try Nadi, the Coral Coast, Denarau Island and the Mamanuca Islands.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/75.png
Solomon Islands23100110301832,347East of Papua New Guinea there’s a certain archipelago: the Solomon Islands. Coral reefs and numerous World War II wrecks make it ripe for exploration. Te’Nggano is South Pacific’s largest freshwater lake; avoid the swamps on its western fringe.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/76.png
Luxembourg13302101011590,321The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg stands at the crossroads of Germanic and Latin cultures. It is the second-smallest of all the European Union’s nations. Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Grand Ducal Palace are in Luxembourg-the capital’s central medieval quarter.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/77.png
Maldives23302011501444,259The Maldives are an archipelago of 1,192 glorious coral islands; they’re grouped into 26 Indian Ocean coral atolls. Here water clarity is superb for diving; all the better for watching powder-blue surgeonfish — one of the most common reef-dwellers.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/78.png
Iceland03102200211337,780Although 10% of Iceland is covered by glaciers, it has a surprisingly mild climate and countless geothermal hot-spots. Iceland is beautiful if you enjoy strange and desolate landscapes; and famously, daylight hours vary dramatically season by season.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/79.png
Dominica2320110040174,308Dominica is known as ‘The Nature Island of the Caribbean’ due to its spectacularly varied flora and fauna. Morne Trois Pitons National Park includes attractions such as the Boiling Lake, the Freshwater Lake, Boeri Lake and Middleham Falls.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/80.png
Monaco1230210051038,897The principality of Monaco is a tiny city-state on the Mediterranean. Here you can enjoy historical and modern attractions — museums and palaces; shopping malls and casinos. Walk through Monaco-Ville, a medieval village at its heart and astonishingly picturesque.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/81.png
British Virgin Islands (UK)2330210040117,411The British Virgin Islands comprise 60 Caribbean islands and reefs, about 43 of which are uninhabited. The majority are steep volcanic islands; including the main islands, Tortola and Virgin Gorda. Enjoy coral reefs, gorgeous white sandy beaches and historic villageshttps://www.arealme.com/geography/images/82.png
Anguilla (UK)2320200041115,045Anguilla is a small island nation in the Caribbean Sea. Here are some of the best white sandy beaches in the world. Snorkel or scuba dive on Anguilla’s coral reefs, or view from a glass bottomed boat.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/83.png
Cook Islands (NZ)1310232040017,411Named after Captain Cook who sighted them in 1770, the archipelago has 15 inhabited islands. Among the volcanic, hilly Southern Cooks, your destination islands are Rarotonga and Aitutaki. Say hello to shallow, warm turquoise waters; coral and tropical fish.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/84.png
Nauru2330111051011,312Nauru is a remarkable tropical island in the South Pacific. Welcome to the world’s smallest independent republic! Bask on beaches in Anibare Bay, or bathe in Buada Lagoon. This is the only inland freshwater on the island — stunningly picturesque.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/85.png
Falkland Islands (UK)021011203002,922The Falklands are two main islands and hundreds of smaller ones in the South Atlantic. Arrive in summer between October and March to enjoy the attractions of this world famous place. Its bird and marine species are astounding.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/86.png
Spratly Islands230011135100The Spratly Islands are a tropical archipelago of 100 small islands in the South China Sea. All are claimed by several of the region’s governments. You’ll be well rewarded for landing on Layang Layang and heading straight to the dive resort.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/87.png
Paracel Islands230010095010These 130 coral islands and reefs lie in the tropics of the South China Sea. Snorkel or scuba dive to get the best out of the reefs. They’re the reason why, in 1997, Chinese administrators opened Woody Island for tourism.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/88.png
Wake Island230030095110Positioned just a few hundred miles west of the International Dateline, this beautiful Pacific island is chronologically ahead of most countries the world. So, no matter how late in the day you start scuba-diving — you’ll always be early!https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/89.png
Navassa Island230020095010A difficult Caribbean island to land on, because, apart from having no airstrip, there are no harbours! Offshore anchorage is the only option. Access to Navassa is hazardous; permission is required from the USA Fish and Wildlife Office before attempting entry.https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/90.png
Bouvet Island000021294100Bouvet Island is an uninhabited volcanic island in the Southern Ocean, south-southwest of Cape Town. Bouvet is thought to be the remotest island in the world. The nearest land to it is Antarctica — over 1,750 km away!https://www.arealme.com/geography/images/91.png