Ringed by palm-fringed beaches and home to a lush interior of rainforest and tea plantations, Sri Lanka makes for a stunning tropical getaway. But add to that cultural sites that span more than two millennia and this little island, formerly known as Ceylon, offers another intriguing layer for visitors to explore.
The name ‘Egypt’ immediately creates exotic images of ancient pyramids housing pharaoh’s tombs and lush, palm-fringed oases that emerge within sprawling deserts. This country in the far northeastern corner of Africa bridges the continent with Asia and is traversed by the mighty Nile river, dotted with ancient temples and whose waters feed the rich agricultural lands of the Nile Delta.
Tucked into South America’s west coast, Peru has long been a favourite tourist destination. While the country is home to one of the world’s most impressive ancient cities, Machu Picchu, it is also blessed with incredible landscapes.
