Dead Sea
The Dead Sea, also referred to as the Salt Sea, is located between Israel and Jordan. It is one of the saltiest bodies of water in the world with just over 33% salinity – Almost nine times saltier than the oceans. This however is not its most unique characteristic.
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Chocolate Hills
The Chocolate Hills of Bohol Phillipines are comprised of between 1,268 to 1,776 hills spread over 20 square miles (50 sq km). The incredible geological formations get their name from the green grass atop the hills that turns brown during the dry season and look like Hershey’s kisses or “chocolate hills.”
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Mount Everest
With an elevation of 29,029 feet (8,848 m), Mount Everest represents the highest spot in the world. Subsequently, Everest is referred to as the tallest mountain in the world. There are some who argue from different perspectives that there are taller mountains than Everest, but historically Everest has the distinction of being the tallest.
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