Britains Cheddar Gorge in Somerset

Britains Cheddar Gorge in Somerset

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Cheddar Gorge is a limestone gorge in the Mendip Hills, near the village of Cheddar, England. It is the biggest and most dramatic gorge in Britain with cliffs rising to 450ft and reaching over 3 miles in length. Formed under the sea 300 million years ago. There are seven great attractions to explore at Cheddar Gorge, including the spectacular Gough’s Cave, Britain’s most beautiful stalactite cavern. Cheddar Gorge and Caves lends its names to many things – cheese, flowers and Britain’s oldest complete skeleton.

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Visiting Mediterranean City of Bonifacio, Corsica

Visiting Mediterranean City of Bonifacio, Corsica

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Corsica is an island and region of France in the Mediterranean Sea, southeast of France and west of Italy. The island’s pleasant climate and the beautiful mountain and sea landscapes make it a popular destination among the French and other Western Europeans. Perched atop 200-foot chalk cliffs, The town of Bonifacio lights up the southern tip of Corsica. It is only major harbor of the southern coast. It provides gorgeous views over the Mediterranean Sea.

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Bonifacio view from southeastern cliff

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Small chapel east of Bonifacio

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Bonifacio cemetery

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German WWII bunkers in Bonifacio

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Heraldry in Bonifacio

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Eglise Sainte Marie Majeure in Bonifacio

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View on Bonifacio harbour

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Fishing boat in harbour of Bonifacio

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Limestone cliffs at Bonifacio

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Limestone cliffs at Bonifacio

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Citadel of Bonifacio

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Bonifacio perched on top of limestone cliffs

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Bonifacio perched on top of limestone cliffs

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