#AfricaDay: discover the continent's spectacular sights

Aït-Ben-Haddou, Morocco - This fortified village, or ksar, is located in the Souss-Massa-Drâa region along the former caravan route between the Sahara and Marrakech in present-day Morocco. The village served as the filming location of several movies, including 'Lawrence of Arabia,' 'The Mummy,' 'Gladiator,' 'Alexander,' and 'Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time.'

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Zanzibar - Located off the coast of Tanzania, this archipelago makes for an enchanting destination, with its rustic beaches and crystal clear waters. Zanzibar is a highly sought-after destination for honeymooners due to its stunning landscapes.

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Bourke's Luck Potholes, South Africa - This picturesque geological site is the result of thousands of years of water erosion at the confluence of the Blyde and Treur rivers, which eventually formed cylindrical potholes in the sandstone bedrock, which resemble moon rocks.

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Cape of Good Hope, South Africa - The first European to reach the cape, Portuguese navigator Bartolomeu Dias, originally named it 'Cape of Storms' in 1488 given the poor weather conditions he encountered. But King John II of Portugal changed its name to 'Cape of Good Hope' because it connected the Atlantic and Indian oceans, which promised the much-desired arrival in India.

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Cape Agulhas, South Africa - This is the southernmost tip of the African continent, where two sea currents collide. Because the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian Ocean meet here, this is one of the best places for fishing in South Africa.

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Canola fields, South Africa -

You don't have to go to China to marvel at canola fields. Around August every year, South Africa gifts us with this patchwork of bright yellow flowers.

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Casablanca, Morocco - Considered the financial capital of Morocco, the city was immortalized by the film 'Casablanca' (1942), which curiously was not filmed there. Another interesting fact is that the earthquake that devastated Lisbon, Portugal, in 1755 was felt in Casablanca and destroyed part of the historical city center.

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Cape Verde - This island country spans an archipelago of 10 volcanic islands in the central Atlantic Ocean. Colonized by the Portuguese, Cape Verde was one of the main navigation routes between Europe, India, and Australia.

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Cape Town, South Africa - The capital of South Africa is filled with beautiful trails, parks, and stunning beaches, such as Clifton and Camps Bay. If you enjoy the outdoors, Cape Town is the perfect place for you.

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Lake Assal, Djibouti - This saline lake forms in the crater of an extinct volcano and is considered Africa's lowest point, at about 155 m below sea level. In addition, Assal is considered the world's saltiest lake outside of Antarctica.

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Duiker Island, Cape Town - Also known as Seal Island, Duiker Island is the perfect destination for you to take a boat trip and contemplate the marine life, especially these mammals.

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Egypt - Located in northeastern Africa, most of Egypt's territory lies in the Sahara Desert and is home to one of the seven wonders of the world, the Giza pyramid complex.

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Ghana - This African country is noteworthy for the diversity of its cultures where 80 different languages are spoken. Ghana is quickly modernizing, and is home to beautiful landscapes.

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Mont Kilimanjaro, Tanzania - Located in northern Tanzania along the border with Kenya, this ancient snow-covered volcano stands in the middle of a savanna plain and is the highest point in Africa.

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Luanda, Angola - When in the capital of Angola, be sure to go for a stroll along the waterfront, and visit São Miguel Fortress for incredible views of the harbor and Cape Island.

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Madagascar - This is certainly a unique island, which makes it extra special. Madagascar's rich fauna and flora, with species that only exist there, is definitely peculiar.

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Masai Mara, Kenya - This isn't Kenya's largest park, but it's probably its most famous. Iconic African animals, including lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinoceroses make these fields their home.

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Mozambique - Located in the southeastern part of the African continent, the country boasts not only rich fauna and flora, but also beautiful Indian Ocean beaches.

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Rabat, Morocco - The capital of Morocco has two interesting sides, a modern one with a subway system, shopping centers, museums, and a luxury marina, and another side showcasing its Medina and traditional commerce.

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Namibia - This southern African country is best known for its national parks, inhospitable landscapes, and the Namib Desert.

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Hermanus, South Africa - The relatively unexplored city, situated on the South African coast, is a great destination for beach lovers. Don't forget to be on the lookout for whales, as they can often be spotted in these waters.

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Sahara - The hottest desert in the world is also the third-largest on Earth, and the largest non-polar desert. A camel ride through its dunes is certainly well worth it.

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Lesotho - This small, enclaved country in southern Africa is completely surrounded by South Africa. In the winter, its landscapes don't even look African as its traditional huts become covered with snow and its waterfalls freeze over.

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Muizenberg, Cape Town - This Cape Town beach-side suburb is considered the birthplace of surfing in South Africa. This suburb is also home to the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences.

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Victoria Falls - One of the world's most spectacular waterfalls is located on the Zambezi River, at the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe.

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Ukunda, Kenya - Located near Diani Beach, this is the perfect spot to watch spectacular sunsets against its clear waters. In addition, you can go on a safari or visit the beautiful Kaya Kinondo Sacred Forest.

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Knysna, South Africa - This place draws attention to its limestone cliffs, but also be sure to visit the Millwood Mines at Jubilee Creek.

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Franschhoek, South Africa -

This place is known as the capital of South African wine and gastronomy. So be sure to sample the wine with its more than 300 years of history.

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#AfricaDay: discover the continent's spectacular sights

Check out these amazing places

25/05/21 | StarsInsider

TRAVEL Africa

The world's third largest continent, with about 30 million sq km, hides true natural treasures in its territorial immensity.

It boasts landscapes for all tastes: savannas, mountains, snow, beaches, animals and plants that only exist there, as well as natural parks that are breathtakingly beautiful.

Click through the gallery and check out these 30 African gems.