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underrated countries to visit in 2021.
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for this list we're looking at countries
from around the world that although
perhaps not trendy
have plenty to offer travelers looking
for an authentic or
unique experience number 10.
romania what comes to mind when you hear
the word romania
for those who have never visited or
can't trace their own ancestry back to
this eastern european country
we suspect the answer is transylvania or
more specifically
vampires romania's ties with the iconic
tale of dracula
are certainly worth exploring but the
nation has far far
more to offer than spooky stories this
is a country of historic architecture
and medieval sites but the resulting
atmosphere is more fairytale than
foreboding
it's also a land of breathtaking natural
beauty whether you're walking the
cobblestone streets of sigishwara or
hiking the carpathian mountains
we guarantee that romania will take your
breath away
and because the locals are proud of
their heritage and traditions
festivals and cultural events abound
number 9. kyrgyzstan survey 100 people
about their travel plans and kyrgyzstan
is unlikely to show up in the results
what it lacks in popularity however
kyrgyzstan more than makes up for with
authenticity
and for the average traveler mystery for
those who can't imagine what the country
looks like
kyrgyzstan is a land of towering peaks
with the tinchong mountain ranges
encompassing more than 80 percent of its
total area
what you get is a nation of unparalleled
natural beauty and a unique local
culture to match
from music and dance to sports like kirk
buru and the local cuisine
everything you encounter in kyrgyzstan
is likely to be a new experience
if you've got time to spare kazakhstan
lies just to the north and despite the
country's depiction in a certain
satirical film franchise
it's also well worth adding to the
itinerary
number eight oman of all the
destinations on our list
oman is perhaps the least known of the
bunch be that
as it may if you're a traveler who loves
the great outdoors
consider moving oman to the very top of
your bucket list
located on the coast of the arabian
peninsula this small
unassuming country boasts an impressive
variety of natural spaces to explore
from rocky hiking trails to pristine
beaches
the grand canyon might be one of the
world's most famous attractions but
jebel shams will give you a new
appreciation for the power of marketing
it rivals the american landmark in terms
of wow factor
as you explore the country's rugged
interior you'll be able to visit
historic fortresses and bathe in the
waters of various
oases or vadis then enjoy some beach
time in muscat along the coast
number 7. ecuador south america has been
attracting
increasingly large numbers of tourists
in recent years but the spread of
travelers is by no means equal across
all countries
while the tourism industries of both
peru and colombia have done quite well
ecuador the country squished between the
two is only just beginning to really get
the attention
it deserves it might not have a big
ticket attraction like machu picchu but
ecuador is blessed with uncrowded
beaches
a climate that's easy to appreciate
year-round and stunning natural vistas
while ecuador's architectural sites are
less iconic than those of cartagena
or medellin it's got its own fair share
of worthy attractions
plus if you're traveling from the united
states you can save on conversion fees
ecuador uses the us dollar as its
currency
number 6. poland come for the world war
ii history
stay because well poland is just an
all-around awesome place
the country boasts 15 unesco world
heritage sites
including krakov's historic center and
the ancient
biago vieja forest the old town of
warsaw
and torun's medieval town are also must
visits for anyone with a soft spot for
architecture
the rival beauties of warsaw and krakov
are often debated by locals and
travelers alike
polish food doesn't get nearly as much
love as it deserves
internationally speaking but food lovers
who've made the trip to its place of
origin will confirm that poland is very
much a foodie destination
from a dinner of borscht and pierogies
through to dessert of polish cheesecake
sernique you're going to be eating very
well if not particularly light
it's hard not to fall in love with
poland especially when the locals are so
friendly number 5. laos
it's often tempting to paint much of
southeast asia with the same tourism
brush in terms of affordability
with the exception of singapore which is
a notable outlier in terms of price
the countries that make up this region
of the world do tend to be relatively
inexpensive but while the low cost of
living natural spaces and opportunities
for adventure may extend across the
borders
these countries each have something
unique and special to offer
laos however has long been treated as an
afterthought or add-on to neighboring
cambodia
in reality it's a destination in its own
right and for anyone who feels
intimidated by the crowds of young
backpackers
the more laid-back off-the-radar vibe of
laos is perhaps a better choice
historic temples lakefront
accommodations great street food
natural wonders laos is the complete
package
number four lithuania looking for a
destination where you can escape the
crowds without sacrificing on culture
comfort or cool new discoveries then
look no further
lithuania is a nation of diverse
landscapes
long-standing traditions and a
willingness to look forward
its five national parks encompass a wide
variety of natural spaces
including beaches dense woodland and
unexpectedly
a desert the calendar is jam-packed with
cultural events
celebrating music food dance and more
taraki even has a festival that will
transport you back to the middle ages
in the capital city of vilnius one finds
beautiful architecture both historical
and
futuristic as you navigate the city
you'll be struck by how laid back it
feels
and yet there's no shortage of trendy
new businesses bars and restaurants to
explore
number three belize sorry friends we're
spilling the beans
long a secret beach getaway for
travelers in the know
belize is only just beginning to attract
larger numbers of tourists
that being said we think it'll still be
a few years before it can truly be
called crowded
so what have people been missing out on
all these years where to begin
the belizean jungle is bursting with
wildlife
trekkers will find much to appreciate
about the large swaths of
untarnished natural beauty nearly a
third of the country is protected from
development as national parks or nature
reserves
belize is also dotted with ruins from
the mayan civilization which always
makes for a fascinating visit
along the coast the country also boasts
some truly world-class scuba diving
opportunities
including the great blue hole number 2.
jordan chances are that you've heard of
a little place called petra
in case you haven't this historical site
in ancient city is perhaps one of the
most
remarkable feats of human engineering
you'll ever lay eyes on
the architecture is literally cut into
or perhaps more accurately cut out of
pink sandstone cliffs petra should be on
just about every traveler's bucket list
but so too should the country of jordan
as a whole
not only is this nation known for its
political stability and safety
but it's also home to ancient roman
ruins crusader castles
and the dead sea wani rum is famous for
its petroglyphs but also just looks like
an environment out of a sci-fi film
from food and local culture to the
area's impossibly rich history
jordan is a nation of many diverse
treasures
number one montenegro they say that
great things often come in small
packages and that certainly holds true
in the case of montenegro
little more than a speck on the map of
eastern europe montenegro is bordered by
bosnia and herzegovina
serbia kosovo albania croatia and the
adriatic sea
altogether it encompasses only about 5
300 square miles of land
montenegro feels somewhat out of place
however bringing to mind coastal
italy and perhaps croatia more so than
its other neighbors
beautiful sandy beaches historic old
towns a nightlife that refuses to sleep
great food montenegro checks all the
boxes and yet it has never crossed the
minds of many travelers
if you can pull yourself away from the
coast you'll find even more to love
about montenegro as you explore the lush
green mountains and the romantic rivers
that snake through them
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