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countries such as France, Italy, USA and Thailand are well-known all
over the world, attracting millions of visitors every year. However,
impressive sites, unique architectural jewels, breathtaking natural
beauties and stunning beaches do not necessarily have to be located in
famous countries that everybody is familiar with. In fact, there are
many countries that are unknown to most people and still have so much to
offer to their potential visitors. Found on isolated tropical islands,
hidden in giant mountains, or just surrounded by bigger and more popular
neighbors, these countries hardly ever make it to travel brochures and
tourists’ bucket lists. Take Lichtenstein for example. Did you know this
country exists at all? Maybe not, but we are pretty confident you would
be totally stunned by its monumental mountains, ancient castles, and
clean environment. There are many more countries like this. From Brunei
and Sierra Leone to Moldova and Burkina Faso, check out these some
Unique Countries To Visit That You Didn’t Know Existed.
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Nauru
Located in Micronesia in the Central Pacific, Nauru is the third
smallest country by area in the world, behind only the Vatican City and
Monaco. This tiny and underrated country boasts an amazing marine life,
large colorful reefs, and pristine beaches, which make it a great spot
for a summer vacation, scuba diving, snorkeling, and other water sports. |
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Liechtenstein
The main reason why tourists do not know much about Liechtenstein is its
location. The little alpine country is surrounded by Germany, Austria,
and Switzerland, all of which are very popular tourist destinations.
Yet, Liechtenstein also has so much to offer – from stunning mountains
and historic castles to one of the cleanest environments in the world. |
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Kyrgyzstan
Kyrgyzstan’s recorded history spans over 2,000 years, encompassing a
variety of cultures and empires, but it was not until the breakup of the
Soviet Union in 1991 when this amazing country gained its sovereignty.
Kyrgyzstan has an incredibly beautiful and diverse landscape that offers
excellent conditions for hiking, trekking, horse riding, camping, skiing
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Malta
With an area of just 316 sq km (122 sq mi), Malta is one of the smallest
countries in the world, but this Mediterranean archipelago has a
stunningly rich history as it has always been a strategically important
spot. Malta boasts a warm climate, perfect beaches, unique architectural
monuments, and several UNESCO World Heritage Sites. |
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Brunei
While most people know there is an island called Borneo somewhere in
South East Asia, few know that island is home to the country of Brunei.
A former British colony, Brunei is now a modern and developed country
with one of the highest GDP’s and purchasing power parities in the
world. Brunei also has a charming landscape as well as impressive
architecture.
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Vanuatu
While some of its neighbors such as Fiji or New Guinea are familiar to
most travelers, Vanuatu is a little-known yet stunningly beautiful
country located in the South Pacific Ocean. Home to just about 250,000
people, the country boasts superb beaches, crystal clear warm waters,
plentiful natural beauties, delicious exotic cuisine, and interesting
cultural traditions.
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Georgia
Located at the crossroads of Western Asia and Eastern Europe, Georgia
has an amazingly diverse landscape that attracts adventurers of all
kinds. It has monumental mountains (Mount Shkhara is the country’s
highest peak at 5,068 m or 16,627 ft), top-notch ski resorts, huge
glaciers, complex cave systems, beautiful lakes, and much more.
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Lesotho
While South Africa is a well-known and massively-visited country, few
people know that there is actually another country located within it.
With a population of just 2 million, Lesotho is completely surrounded
(and overshadowed) by South Africa. However, this little African country
also boasts an astonishing landscape full of wildlife. |
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