Exotic destinations: “The more hostile the location, the prettier it is.” That’s one quote that accurately describes nature. There’s no denying the Earth is full of mind-blowing landscapes, stunning vistas and magical views. Whether it’s from the top of a snow-capped mountain in Japan or from an underwater seascape under the great Pacific Reef, you can’t help but marvel at the Earth’s beauty.
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But in the midst of all this beauty, some places just stop you dead in your tracks.
How else would you describe the picturesque River Wharfe in Yorkshire, England that nobody has ever successfully crossed? This may seem absurd as it’s only about six feet wide. However, the sweeping undercurrent and rock formations under the water have made this a death trap to avoid. This has been the site of a number of unfortunate deaths; most notable is that of a newly wed couple who disappeared when they went hiking along its banks.
Sometimes, nature’s beauty can be a camouflage for danger and death. Here are ten more beautiful but deadly destinations.
10. Mount Merapi, Indonesia
Translated from Indonesian, Merapi becomes “Fire Mountain”, and it truly lives up to its name. Known for its frequent eruptions, this active volcano has erupted sixty times in the last century. One eruption in 1994 left 200 inhabitants of the surrounding towns dead.
With smoke billowing out of the mountain up to 300 days a year, it’s odd to see that thousands still live on the slopes of this volcano. Due to the volcanic ash that makes the soil fertile, farmers still grow crops on the mountain side. This is extremely risky, however; in 2010, the mountain spewed lava for a month.
This eruption led to over 300 deaths and the closing of the air space over the area. In November 2013, Mount Merapi rumbled for hours, sending ash clouds and smoke up to 2,000m high.
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