Secret marvels of the world /

"Featuring communist bunkers, burning gas craters and at least one sponge-rock flourescent grotto built by Polish monks, this book reveals weird and wonderful sights that the crowds don't reach. From eerie natural wonders to historical oddities and bizarre architecture, this is a travel co...

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Main Author: Howard, Alex (Travel writer) (Author)
Other Authors: Crow, Lauren (Illustrator) (Illustrator), Forge, Samantha (Editor), Mee, Nick (Editor), Webb, Christina (Editor)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Carlton, Victoria : Lonely Planet Global Limited, 2017.
Edition:1st edition.
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Summary:"Featuring communist bunkers, burning gas craters and at least one sponge-rock flourescent grotto built by Polish monks, this book reveals weird and wonderful sights that the crowds don't reach. From eerie natural wonders to historical oddities and bizarre architecture, this is a travel companion for the incurably curious" -- page 4 of cover.
Takes readers on a journey through the worlds lesser known marvels, from a pumpkin regatta in Oregon to Lithuania's hill of crosses.
Item Description:"360 extraordinary places you never knew existed and how to find them"--Cover.
Edition statement from page 4 of cover.
Includes index.
Physical Description:304 pages : illustrations (chiefly colour), maps ; 25 cm
ISBN:9781786578655
1786578654