The most beautiful places, not yet completely overrun by tourists

Venice, the Taj Mahal, the Great Wall of China – everyone understands that these picturesque places are literally teeming with tourists with cameras. But there are still beautiful corners of the world where there is something to photograph, besides the blurry backs of strangers’ heads. Botswana, little-known castles of Italy and even Uzbekistan – the Daily Mail has collected the best options this year.

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The Secret Lagoon on Miniloc Island in the Philippines, also called Miniloc Lagoon, is hidden behind a large wall of cliffs. To get there, you have to squeeze through a small crack in the rocks. The best time to visit is between November and April, during the dry season.

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The Ubud rice fields in Bali are quite a famous place, but not too spoiled yet. Tourists are not allowed to walk on these gorgeous emerald fields, so they remain untouched. There is a great viewpoint for taking pictures of the fields, so you can get some great photos here. The best time to visit Bali in terms of weather is from May to July, but rice cultivation here is not seasonal, so the fields are green all year round.

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The Castello di Sammezzano castle in the Italian province of Tuscany is hidden among the hills. It is a real kaleidoscope of colors, built in 1605. For the last two decades, it has stood abandoned. The castle is privately owned, it is not a museum, and there are no opening hours. The best thing is that because of this, you are unlikely to see crowds of tourists here and you can enjoy the beautiful views to the fullest. To do this, you need to register on the website and have one of the volunteers accompany you. If you want to visit this castle, it is better to do it as soon as possible, because it is put up for sale.

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A wild safari in the Okavango Delta of Botswana is a long and expensive journey. It is probably the best place to photograph wildlife. There are 19 picturesque fields open to visitors, accessible only by small private planes. Unlike most safaris, there are no fences and the animals roam freely in large numbers, while there are very few tourists. The best time to go here is July or August, when the waters rise. Huge herds of animals move closer to the watering holes, and the weather is warm and pleasant.

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Bagan in Myanmar has become more accessible in recent years due to changes in the country's political life. The sites are quickly becoming more popular, but there are still opportunities to see these magnificent and well-preserved temples. The sooner you get there before the crowds of tourists find out about the place, the better. The best time to visit Myanmar is between November and February, when the monsoons have stopped but it is not too hot.

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The magnificent fields of Moravia in the Czech Republic are not well known among travelers, but they are known to landscape photographers and wine lovers who visit the vineyards and study the local unusual varieties. The best time to visit is late summer, when the grape harvest is in full swing.

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Machangulo Cave in Mozambique is on an island accessible by boat, an hour's sail from Maputo. It has some of the best diving in the world, and the best part is that it's not as crowded with divers as the more popular spots. There are truly deserted beaches, as well as private river cruises among the mangroves. The best time is from May to November, when it's not so hot and there's little chance of rain.

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Samarkand in Uzbekistan is quite densely populated by locals, but there are still not many tourists here, and most of them do not know about the secret treasures of this city. The history of Samarkand is more than two and a half thousand years old. Many amazingly beautiful historical monuments, attractions and architectural structures have been preserved here. In order not to suffer too much from the heat, it is best to go here in May-June or September-November.

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The beautiful, mirror-like Moraine Lake in Banff National Park, Canada, is located next to the famous Lake Louise, which attracts crowds of tourists. It is a great place for hiking and unfiltered photography. The best time to visit is mid-June to late July, when melting glaciers fill the lake with water.

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Antarctica has never been inhabited by humans, but tourists are now allowed to visit Antarctica in small groups. To do so, you must survive a three-day voyage through the Drake Passage, the widest strait in the world. But once you are there, the beauty of the surrounding world and the silence will delight you. You can only go here during the summer season, between late October and March. To see the huge icebergs before they start to melt, it is better to come early in the season, and to watch whales and penguin chicks, come at the end of the season.

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Havasu Falls in the Grand Canyon are difficult to access because you must first obtain a special permit. They are also difficult to get to, requiring a ten-mile hike or horseback ride. It is one of the most remote areas of the Grand Canyon, so it is best to leave the kids and sissies at home. The high calcium carbonate and magnesium content of the water gives it an unusual blue-green hue. The best time to go is in the spring, when the days are long, the water is warm, and the hiking is easier. Havasu Falls is closed to visitors in the winter.

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Per Aquum is a quaint oasis hotel in the middle of the desert, a few hours outside Dubai. It's a luxurious retreat with fragrant gardens and excellent polo pitches, where beyond the fence there are only dunes and sand as far as the eye can see. The best time to visit is between November and March, when it's not as hot as the rest of the year.

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It is unlikely that anyone would think to look for the ruins of Roman cities in Morocco, so there are few tourists at the ruins of Volubilis. The history of this city began in the first century BC. It is located 30 kilometers from Meknes. These are considered to be some of the best preserved ruins of ancient Roman cities. The best time to plan a trip is April-May, when it is warm but not hot, and the best time to go here is in the afternoon, when the most beautiful light falls on the ruins.

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