5 Amazing Holiday Destinations You Never Hear About
Planning a trip can be a tedious task. Even worse, you might know you need to take a vacation but you are left wondering where to spend your time and money. You do not know where you should go for your holiday. While it is always easy to just follow other people and go to places that are trending, it is better to discover amazing places on your own.
There are hidden areas in the world that do not receive as much attention as they should for offering an amazing holiday experience to all the tourists who visit. These places are rarely ever talked about. Even travel agencies tend to neglect such areas despite the great opportunity for tourists to discover new destinations that can liven up the trip. Travel destinations such as these, are never mentioned a lot:
- Rudkhan Castle, Iran
Iran has established a negative perception in the global stage as a threat to peace and security. It’s adherence to strict religious law has also brought critics from all corners of the globe. There is just no way to escape the bad image. This is exactly why people should look a little bit closer. Despite all the negative publicity, Iran boasts a great holiday destination in the Gilan Province. Here, you are going to come across an ancient military fortress called the Rudkhan Castle. The castle sits on two mountain peaks and is surrounded by dense green forests with the Rudkhan Castle River flowing from the high areas. It is a beautiful sight to behold, full of tales from the past.
- Cluj, Romania
Some cities are neglected when people are planning their holidays. You only have to realize that all the movie stories about vampires come from Romania to truly appreciate the country. In Cluj, Romania has a city that boasts a rich history. It is a mix of ancient architecture and churches, and new hotels cropping up to attract tourists from all over the world.
The city hosts open air festivals during the summer months and provides a wonderful environment for hiking in the Transylvanian forests. It is a truly relaxing place to visit and an amazing destination that is different from the popular ones.
- Tromso, Norway
Tromso is a beautiful city found in Troms County in Norway. You have to be ready to bear the cold as it is located within the Arctic Circle. You also get the chance to see the Aurora Borealis, which is a natural light display that appears in the sky during winter time. This light display is also called Northern Lights.
If you want to have another amazing experience, you have to travel there during the summer, whereby the city experiences a 24-hour daylight day. It is witnessing moments like these that make you realize the beauty of life. You can also participate in other activities such as fishing and kayaking.
- Kazan, Russia
Kazan City is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. It is the capital of Tartastan in Russia and it has a rich 1000-year history. The best thing to see in Kazan is the Kremlin, which used to be a Tartar fortress, before it was destroyed and reconstructed in the 16th Century.
The area also boasts the Spasskaya Tower and the Suyumbike Tower. At the time, Suyumbike Tower was said to be the tallest building in Kazan. It was allegedly built in just 7 days and the princess of the city committed suicide by jumping from the top of the tower so that she wouldn’t have to marry the Russian ruler who wanted to enslave her people. This romantic idealism of yesteryears is still present in the city.
- Lleida, Catalonia, Spain
Lleida is not as well-known around the world as other cities in Catalonia such as Barcelona. Nevertheless, it is one of the oldest towns in the region with settlements as old as the Bronze Age. The city has a great Art culture, with festivals, museums, films and theatres, music centres and other traditional celebrations. One of the celebrations in the town is called Festa Major and it is held every year. As a tourist you can take part in the art culture and enjoy yourself.
All these destinations are hidden gems that will boost your enthusiasm for the next holiday trip. Take a chance and visit these towns and you will have a great vacation.
