Jungle Coverage: Only six percent of Earth’s land is covered by jungles, yet they host half of the planet’s terrestrial species, primarily in rainforests near the equator.
Monkey Buffet Festival: Lopburi, Thailand, hosts an annual Monkey Buffet Festival, where thousands of long-tailed macaques are treated to a feast among temple ruins, believed to bring good luck to the area.
Harrock Put Face: A naturally formed rock face in Peru, revered by the Harakbut tribe, features a 25-foot carved human face, believed to represent a deity and covered in moss.
Mount Roraima: This mystical mountain on the Venezuela-Brazil border, known for its flat top and unique ecosystem, is steeped in local folklore and is home to bizarre creatures.
Mayan Ceremonial Caves: The Cave of the Crystal Sepulture in Belize, a Mayan ceremonial site, contains numerous skeletons and artifacts, believed to serve as a gateway to the underworld.
Discovery of ‘Hobbit’ Species: Scientists excavating Liang Boi cave in Indonesia uncovered a new species of small humanoid, dubbed “The Hobbit,” challenging existing beliefs about human evolution.
World’s Largest Cave: A cave near the Laos-Vietnam border, estimated to be 3 million years old, is the largest by volume, featuring a unique ecosystem and rare limestone pearls.