10 of the most beautiful places to visit Chile

Today is the turn of my beloved country Chile, is that in recent years has become one of the favorite destinations of many people across the globe. So if you are thinking to visit someday, I recommend you take a look around.

Chile is full of beautiful landscapes, places, sights, glaciers, etc., full of amazing flora and wildlife, places that seem from another planet, beaches, all this and more, make Chile a very beautiful country as to what we can offer.

For these reasons and more, I wanted to talk about 10 of the most beautiful places to visit Chile, with family, friends, partner or as you like.

Now without further ado I leave you with the list:

1 The Torres Del Paine 

The Torres Del Paine is one of the most privileged places in Chile, is known worldwide for its outstanding group of mountains that give the name, is located in the Torres del Paine National Park and has a great natural diversity and valleys rivers as the river Paine, lakes, glaciers and more.

Because of this, National Geographic in its special edition of the 100 most beautiful places in the world, to Torres del Paine I place at No. 5, noting: "There are no man-torres having the amazing majestic Torres del Paine massif made ". But that's not all, recently this past November 1, 2013 virtualtourist.com site chose the Torres del Paine as the eighth wonder of the world through an online survey, which had 300 alternatives.

2 Marble Cathedral 

The Marble Cathedral is a peculiar formation based mineral calcium carbonate, located in the hinterland of Lake General Carrera, in the region of Aysen. This curious cavern was slowly formed at over the years, thanks to the waters of the lake have eroded coastal escapes, resulting in this beautiful Marble Cathedral, where tourists from around the world can explore its passages in small boats or the kayak.

You can enter throughout the year, since most of the time in this area, the weather is nice in specific, and to access these peculiar formations need to rent small boats from the area of ​​Rio Tranquilo. Now how much it costs to rent one of these? a friend told me that is expensive, in Chilean pesos would be $ 20,000 pesos or about $ 37 American dollars.

3 Grey glacier 

The Grey Glacier is located in the western part of Torres del Paine National Park, so, in the same area as the Torres del Paine massif. The Grey Glacier is a huge formation of ice about 6 km wide and over 30 meters high, this glacier has a beautiful bluish color which gives it its characteristic touch. Today the glacier is receding, and is believed to be caused by increased temperatures at the regional level.

The ideal time to visit this place is between the months of November to March period, when the climate of the area is in the best conditions, and also at that time the days are longer. Similarly, it is possible to go for the months of May to September, but this time of year is quite cold and inhospitable.

4 Valley of the Moon 

The Moon Valley located 17 miles from downtown San Pedro, is one of the most visited places of the municipality, due to the rock formations and unique arena in his style, which for thousands of years, strong winds and floods were responsible for giving some outstanding colors and shapes. It is characterized by lack of moisture, flora and fauna, so it is much like the surface of our moon, but no less beautiful.

The valley has areas covered with a beautiful white mantle, because the compounds dry salt lakes, scarps also features a wealth of colors that vary in shade due to the sun, especially in the evening hours where the valley becomes a real show.

5 Salto del Laja 

In the fifth place, we went to El Salto del Laja, a magnificent waterfall coming from the Laja River, located in the eighth region, about 25 kilometers north of the city of Los Angeles. This consists of 3 waterfalls, the first that has a drop of 55 meters, the second located towards the east with a height of 35 meters and the last located downtown with a height of 20 meters. It has beautiful icy waters suitable for bathing and surrounded by a wealth of flora and fauna, in short: a true spectacle of nature.

In the image below we can see clearly, as people enjoy the beautiful scenery that nature offers us, I recommend to visit this place 100%, beautiful moments worth remembering will take.

6 Geysers of El Tatio 

It is a field of about 80 geysers, located 89 kilometers from San Pedro in the Andes at about 4,200 meters high, making it the world's highest geothermal field.
In the morning, is where has an impressive fumaroles of steam due to high temperatures, it is in those hours where the highest expression of the vents occurs, with water temperatures reaching 86 ° C, which emerge from the ground and are able to reach about 8 feet high.

It is estimated that this area is visited by about 100,000 tourists a year, one of the favorite tourist places worldwide.
In 2010 former President Sebastián Piñera said the geysers of El Tatio be declared protected natural area, a task that was entrusted to the Ministry of Agriculture.

7 Red Lagoon 

In the far north of Chile, in the commune of Camarones, Arica, at about 3700 meters above sea level, is this mysterious lake of red, one of the most terrifying sights of Chile, of so that does not appear on most maps do not even know for sure the depth of the waters, which are more than 40 ° C and is not potable.
The residents of the area believe that the waters have "supernatural powers", and this is probably because many Aimaras died after they took water from the lagoon, and besides, some people who have recently been released water have gone so mysterious.

While in the area have not been many studies, it is assumed that the red color of these waters is due to some type of algae present and sediment in the area, not satanic reasons. In the same area of this lake, there are two more, one green and one yellow. These lakes are located about 200 kilometers from Iquique and most viable option is to arrive by car as public transport is not goes through those places.

8 Queulat National Park 

The Queulat National Park is a park full of beautiful scenery and amazing wildlife, is located in one of the geographical areas with less human disturbance, has a singular and unique beauty in style, with natural landscapes that produce admiration to anyone . Has abundant woods, a hanging glacier, fjords, rivers with beautiful water and endless attractions that surely will leave you amazed.

It also enjoys a huge animal diversity, concentrated mostly in birds like doves and queltehues, plus you can see black neck swans and herons in lakes and ponds. Anyway, this park has everything you need to enjoy a holiday rich with your loved ones.

9 Petrohué Falls 

These peculiar waterfalls are located in the tenth region, inside the Vicente Perez Rosales National Park, a short distance down the river lake Todos los Santos. The current flowing between stones Petrohué laughed a curious geological formation, creating the amazing waterfalls that today anyone who wants to can watch.

Flow is estimated that about 270 cubic meters of water per second, which increases during the rainy season, since the lake tends to increase your height up to 3 meters.

10 Salar de Tara

It is located in the interior of the Los Flamencos National Reserve, in the highlands of the second region of Antofagasta, close to the border crossings between Chile, Bolivia and Argentina at about 4300 meters above the sea level. Among its attractions have a wildlife filled lagoons, rivers and plains that cover an area of ​​48 square kilometers with undulating terrain and volcanoes covering the area.

As you can see in the pictures is an area that seems from another world, and like all landscapes seen here, it is worth going to visit, and remember it's never too early or too late.

I hope you enjoyed this list, about the most beautiful places in Chile, and if you know some other place or landscapes of Chile that you think are unique in style, feel free to comment to add to the list, I will be very grateful .

10 fun facts of Bulgaria that probably did not know

1) Bulgaria's head bobs up and down to say no and side to side to say yes, to add confusion, some Bulgarians consciously reverse the movement when in the presence of foreigners not bundle them. Who said that only the British were the world upside ?. 
When in doubt, whenever you make a ask question that you confirm with "yes" (da), or "no" (ne) 

2) The print media in Bulgaria have no regulation, newspapers print as many copies as they wish and no major problems for the establishment of new publications. Such freedom of the press does incalculable number of media operating in the country. 

3) The most popular Bulgarian youtube video corresponds to a casting of "Bulgarian Idol" program, in which a famous Mariah Carey is interpreted; Ken Lee 

4) The Lactobacillus bulgaricus is kind of bacterium that (arguably) is only found in the air in Bulgaria. 

5) Bulgarian Air Force was the first in the world to develop pumps for airdrop, (thank you very much for that). 

6) Bulgaria is the first country that uses the Cyrillic alphabet to enter the European Union. It is expected that when you buy the Euro, the tickets are printed with the word "Euro" in 3 alphabets, Latin, Greek and Cyrillic. 

7) There are over 4000 caves and caverns (discovered) the length and breadth of the country. 

8) Bulgaria is the country-oldest state in Europe. 

9) Sofia was one of the few cities that defended and protected its Jewish citizens during World War II. 

10) The Bulgarians used the name of the paternal grandfather, and the father's name with a different suffix depending on the gender of the person in question (-ov -ova for men and for women), and depending on the generation, is possible that the first and last name are the same, such as Angel Angelov or Ivana Ivanova.

Facts about Australia (20 things you might not know)

Australia is a very multicultural country. It is formed by descendants of British and Aboriginals and immigrants from many European countries, Africa and Asia. Everyone who visits Australia again with stories of encounters with dangerous animals, snakes, spiders and jellyfish or nice photos of animals such as kangaroos and koalas, although the latter are not easy to see.

Things you might not know about this gigantic country:

1) It is estimated that Australian Aborigines have lived there for more than 40,000 years ago.

2) The first Europeans who lived in Australia were British prisoners. The country was a colony-prison in the UK from 1787-1868.

3) call the Australian British pommies as inicials POME were wearing the uniforms of the convicts. Meant Prisioners Of Mother England. *

4) One third of Australia is desert (mainly in the center).

5) Therefore, 90% of Australians live on the coast.

6) Australia is the sixth greatest country in the world.

7) And the only country that is also a continent even the smallest.

8) is the flattest addition with an average height of only 330 m continent. on sea level.

9) There are over 1500 spices of spiders.

10) More than 100 million sheep.

11) There are an estimated 40 million kangaroos, their meat is highly appreciated.

12) And only 20 million inhabitants.

13) Australia is the country with less population density, only 2 people per square kilometer.

14) The most dangerous jellyfish in the world is on the Australian coast (or box jellyfish Box jellyfish).

15) is also one of the most dangerous spiders (funnel-web spider). Its venom can kill a person in less than 2 hours. The only mammals that are not immune to their venom are humans and monkeys.

16) 20 of the most dangerous snakes in the world live in Australia.

17) The Dutch came to Australia in 1644 (Abel Tasman) and called it New Netherland. Until the late nineteenth century, the Dutch continued to use this name.

18) The Australian Aborigines are only 2% of the population.

19) Koalas are nocturnal and spend 16 to 18 hours a day sleeping.

20) The word kangaroo comes from gangurru which means "do not understand" in an Aboriginal language. It is said that the answer was gangurru the natives gave the explorers James Cook when they asked for the name of the animal.

Places that you must visit if you go to Miami

Miami offers a variety of tourist attractions for both visitors and residents. This list features some of the most interesting places to visit if you're traveling the city of Miami. First of all we will discuss the most important points of interest for tourists and are in the center or near the center of Miami, at the end of the page you will find other places to visit in and around Miami.

The beaches of Miami 

The beaches of Miami are surely the main objective of most tourists. Florisda has a wide expanse of coastline bathed in the waters of the Atlantic. In Miami tourists find a wide variety of beaches and coves with crystal clear water and white sand. All their particulidades. Be informed here of some of the best beaches in Miami you should not miss on your trip to Miami.

South Beach

South Beach is one of the hot spots that every tourist visit. The scene certainly lives up to the stereotype of Miami; trying to grab surfers waves in a turquoise sea, skaters and skaters gliding by Ocean Driva, models wearing their sculpted bodies on the beach, famous in and out of the most exclusive clubs, designer shops and clubs open until dawn. All this makes for a perfect South Beach fun, partying, shopping or relaxing on the beach.

Little Havana

Miami Cubans are very proud of this neighborhood. The Calle Ocho (SW 8th Street) is probably the most famous street of Little Havana and is a living testimony of the American dream followed by the hundreds of thousands of Cubans who fled to Miami after Fidel Castro came to power in 1959 Tourists visiting this area you will find many restaurants and shops that are replicas of Cuban restaurants and shops. Homes Mediterranean style, with rocking chairs on the porch, the air scented snuff and good coffee, Latin music record stores and shops snuff. Definitely a place you should not miss.

The District of Design (Design District) 

The Design District is a small suburb of Miami located approximately two miles north of downtown. It is filled with various exhibition centers on interior design, decoration, art galleries, boutiques and trendy restaurants. Most creative and Miami artists such as arquitectoa, graphic designers and interior designers have been settled in this district. In the same neighborhood we recommend a stroll through the Enea Garden Lounge, a small urban oasis situated at 40 Inside, there are sofas to relax amidst the bamboo thickets and planters filled with water. It is designed by Enzo Enea, German designer gardens. It can be rented for events, but during the day access is open to the public and is free.

Coral Gables 

If you are in Miami you can not miss a visit to the neighborhood of Coral Gables, a beautiful and wealthy neighborhood filled with colonial mansions and mediterrani style, most of them surrounded by extensive gardens always well maintained and decorated. There also is the Venetian Pool, a huge pisicina surrounded by waterfalls, rocks and caves with many years of history. Visit Coral Gables is priceless.

Top 10 beaches in Brazil

Of Jeri to Florianopolis, a guide to the beautiful sands mais to start enjoying the upcoming holiday. We present the 10 best beaches in Brazil, as we did two years ago, with some changes in the selection. Years pass, fashions change, but Brazil will always have the best beaches and for everyone.

Maceio 

It is the capital of Alagoas, one of the most beautiful states in Brazil homogeneously. A stone's throw from the town, from the beach Pajuçara -species leave the rafts rafts with candles that are the natural pools. To the south, fashionable beaches as Gunga or The french and north bar Santo Antonio (with the famous and attractive Praia do Carro Broken), São Miguel dos Milagres (to do Toque, Tatuamunha, Lage and Patacho) and best known Maragogi with its neighboring Bitingui, Peroba Japaratinga and surrounded by coconut trees, right on the border with the state of Pernambuco. (Photo: Luis Eduardo Vaz).

espelho 

It is one of the most beautiful in Brazil, popularized by who installed the condo Outeiro das Brisas. Are not only those belonging to the private resort, but also those that were installed on the beach, the sea Today: Enseada do Espelho, Pousada Fazenda do Baiano and Calá, among others. Very romantic and sophisticated touches are generally mismatched in the price-quality relationship. A good option is to stay further north or in Trancoso Trancoso and go for the day. Note that there is still no ATMs, public telephones and stores in the area. The nearest airport is in Porto Seguro. (Photo: Denisse Giovanelli).

Morro de São Paulo 

Located at the north end of the island of Tinharé, which includes, along with Cairú Boipeba and 23 other small islands in the Archipelago Tinharé is 60 kilometers south of Salvador, near the town of Valença.
Morro de São Paulo is actually the main village of the island, but his fame was such that renamed the entire archipelago. "Morro", the elevation where we are, "São Paulo" because its discoverer, Martin Alfonso de Souza, who arrived in 1531, was a devotee of that saint.
Here the main beaches are numbered from the first to the fourth. The latter is the most extensive and far, and ends up being Praia do Encanto. Tides command the pace of the island. When the water recedes appear natural pools and the beach becomes immense, perfect for cycling.
In Morro two viewpoints. From the north, the dock are the Ponta do Curral -beach is on the continent, and a bit of Gamboa. From the south, an overview of the first three beaches is obtained. In South Tyrolean viewpoint is that, they say, is the biggest in Brazil with 340 meters long and starts with 57 high.

Florianópolis 

Only in Floripa can coexist inspired by the phenomenon of Jurerê Miami International, mansions and beach lounges, with wild beaches of Lagoinha Leste, or Solidão Saquinho. Only here match the great development of English with Portuguese casarios Acorianas -vilas, actually de Santo Antonio de Lisboa and Ribeirão da Ilha, where, by the way I must say, the best oysters are eaten. In Florianópolis is surfing Mozambique and Joaquina, the nightlife of the Lagoa da Conceição and archaeological remains of the incredible island of Campeche, whose positions turquoise sea fight with the most precious Northeast.

Ilha Grande 

It is an island about 32 km long by 14 km wide. To get there, travelers gather each morning in Vila Abraão Posadas, where the focus and take one of the boats that go to the beach Pouso. Since there are 20 minutes to Lopes Mendes, and only after the climb trilha a narrow loss by a green nose, Santo Antonio. To return, you must be aware of the time. The boats have a fixed schedule and the last one leaves at about 17:30. There are other classic rides at different beaches: the Aventureiros and Parnaioca (one of the most remote outputs), Lagoa Azul, Lagoa Verde and Japariz green. Are less frequent trips to Dois Rios Cachadazo or, still less the way around the island, requiring an armed group to spread the cost. (Photo: Ana Shlimovich).

Fernando de Noronha

Difficult to know where it's prettier: whether above or below the water. Mecca of diving and also honeymooners and nature lovers, Noronha is an archipelago boasts of having the most beautiful beaches of Brazil-and codiciadas-. Getting and staying is expensive. You arrive only by plane (from Natal and Recife) and as this is a National Marine Park, there is a fee the amount of environmental preservation becomes more expensive as the stay is prolonged. Economic lodges start at much higher values ​​than those of the continent, and deluxe have astronomical prices. However, the color of the water and the view of the hills and the Bay Dois Irmãos do Sancho, make any investment is justified. (Photo: Courtesy Embassy of Brazil).

Itacaré 

It is no secret that it was ten years ago, but its geography covered rocky peninsulas Atlantic forest running down to the sea has made Itacaré remains among the best of Bahia. Is Ilheus Airport, about 70 km, and is on the way to the city's most beautiful beaches are found: Itacarezinho, Havaizinho, Engenhoca, Jeribucaçu and Prainha, delight of surfers. There are also the big resorts like Txai the Itacaré Eco Resort and Village, where the hotel is part of the São José Villas condo. That combination of real estate and tourism initiative that occurred in Rio and São Paulo, is also going strong on Brazilian beaches.

Jericoacoara

Jeri legend that became famous when it came out as one of the top 10 beaches in the world in The Washington Post says. True or not, this resort name and ditto difficult access, has grown by leaps and although it retains its sandy streets, so is there paulistas going for the day, by the mere fact of saying snob "Jeri know. "You can, in fact, reached by plane, but almost all arriving first at Fortaleza and take the bus (6 hours) to Jijoca to complete the last 20 miles in jardineira (a kind of open trailer pulled by a tractor dunes large wheels). Jeri deserves a minimum of 3 days to know people by their dune-where-do-sol-everyone sees all the neighboring villages and sunset- Prea and Tatajuba. (Photo: Ana Shlimovich).

Pipa 

It is distinguished from the others by its -acantilados- falésias red sandstone, or his astral, international "wave". This small town 85 km from Natal has always enchanted tourists from around the world. They seem to have persisted in quasi-keeping as it was. Anyway, the fact is that in Pipa are both pioneering Toca da Coruja, Roteiro do Charme established in 1991 as the new sophisticated Kilombo Villas & Spa in nearby beach Sibaúma. And always, always, Cynthia bookshop Junqueira an ageless gaúcha having the star map tattooed on his back and rent or trade (not sell) any of the 2000 books that accumulated in your local. (Photo: Mariana Pacheco).

Buzios 

It can be reached directly with a flight to Cabo Frio, close to the old fishing village that has been for decades one of the lodges of Brazil visited by Argentines. The growth time and keep intact the spirit of comfortable village inn riddled with hills and placid beaches to spend the day.

What to see and do in Phnom Penh? 10 ideas to visit the capital of Cambodia

The capital and largest city of Cambodia, Phnom Penh, can easily fill any traveler's agenda for a couple of days. I have been visiting her twice and I like it.

The city is not spectacular but it has its attractions: A nice and pleasant walk across the huge Tonle Sap River, several interesting temples, markets galore, good food at a good price and some historical sites in the recent era of the Khmer Rouge to leave you encouragement and give time for reflection to anyone who wants some interest for them.

10 ideas to visit Phnom Penh 

1) Visit the Grand Palace and the Silver Pagoda

Phnom Penh was declared capital of the Khmer (or Khmer) Empire in 1430 d. C., some years after Angkor Wat was devastated by troops of the Kingdom of Ayutthaya, and since then the Cambodian kings settled there. In 1867, and probably cornered by Siam and France, King Norodom asked France to join his protectardo and Cambodia became part of French Indochina. It is somewhat curious that was only 3 years after becoming part of France that the king send his Palace building. It is an interesting visit. A bit like the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew in Bangkok but more modest.
Schedules and prices: Open from 8 to 11h and 14 to 17h. $ 6.5 input.

2) Walking around the Preah Sisowath Avenue

My favorite area of the city. The Preah Sisowath (or Riverside) is the most important avenue of the city. Tour the huge Tonle Sap River and is a pleasant walk at any time of day, especially in the evening when the invading Cambodians to enjoy it. On the avenue there are many restaurants, massage shops and hotels. It is the tourist area of ​​Phnom Penh.

3) horrified by the atrocities of the S-21 Museum

(Toul Sleng Genocide Museum)
As I mentioned in point 1, Cambodia was a French colony. In 1953 it regained its independence. In 1975 Khmer Rouge came to power and depopulated the city sending most of its inhabitants work in the fields, in one of his crazy communist measures that brought the most extreme famine that had prevailed in the country. Between 75 and 79, it is estimated that some two million people died in Cambodia because of the mass murder, starvation, disease and forced labor. Cambodia lost between 20 and 25% of its population during the Khmer Rouge regime. These concentrated on eliminating mostly intellectuals and professionals of all kinds as well as ethnic minorities in one of the biggest genocides of the twentieth century. This unfortunate period in recent history Cambodia has left some of the most stunning places that one can visit around Cambodia and probably in all of Southeast Asia.

Museum-S-21
One of those places is the S-21 Museum. This museum is an old school that the Khmer Rouge turned into a prison and torture center was renamed the S-21. It is estimated that between 1975 and 1978 more than 17,000 people passed through this prison where interrogators and drew them confessions (the most false) based on torture before being shipped to the death camps. Khmer had a thorough check of those who entered the S-21. We took pictures and made reports of them all. Many of these photos you can see in the museum walls. In them you will see men and women of all ages, even children and even babies. Next to the museum of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and the Vietnam War, this is surely the most impressive museum I've visited in Asia.

Schedules and prices: They open 8-1: 307H. $ 2 entry.

4) Reflect on Killing Fields

(Choeung Ek Killing Fields and Memorial)
After visiting the S-21, the same output of the museum you will find tuk tuks that will take you to the Killing Fields by about 12-15 $. Worth going to complement the look. The extermination camps were a center 15 km from Phnom Penh where they took prisoners from S-21 to kill them. In this field the bodies of about 9,000 people in 130 mass graves were found. I recommend taking the audio guide that will offer you (is in Castilian) as well worth listening all. It's fairly well mounted.

In the Killing fields decks you will see mass graves, a small museum and a memorial in which you can see the bones of many of the victims.
Schedules and prices: They open 8-1: 307H. $ 5 entry.

5) Up to Wat Phnom

Wat Phnom is a temple on the hill by a beautiful park in the center of the city. In the temple are the remains of a king of Angkor, ReyPonhea Yat (1405-1467). It is after the Silver Pagoda, the most beautiful.

Schedules and prices: They open during the day. $ 1 entry.

6) Dinner at the Night Market (Night Market)

A little dinner at the night market in Phnom Penh is almost mandatory. Marketplace (Night Market) is at the beginning of the Preah Sisowath Avenue and is a market for clothes and food with a scenario where they sing Cambodian pop music. There is an area to buy food that you can eat on the floor over a bamboo rugs.

7) Take pictures of photogenic Central Market

The Mercado Central (Central Market or Psa Thmey) is the most important market in the city. It is next to the station or bus stop, where they stop those from Siem Reap, Battambang, Sihanoukville, etc. It is a large building built in 1937, quite photogenic, which sell everything. It is a good place to eat good cheap local food.

8) Getting lost in the Russian Market

The Russian Market is one of the famous markets of the city. As in the Central Market, primarily selling clothing and food but this has a more narrow passages, it is darker and dirtier. In short, more authentic. Good place for those who dare to try all kinds of food.

9) Understanding the National Museum

I have to admit that I did not go to the national museum. The museum is a huge building near the Grand Palace built in 1917 The museum contains pieces, sculptures and art throughout Cambodian history, the most important of the Angkor era.

Schedules and prices: Open from 8 to 17h. $ 5 entry.

10) Enjoy the rich Cambodian food

Cambodian food is very rich and very good price. Phnom Penh is the best places to enjoy it. To eat cheap local food had better go to the central market or the russian market. If you prefer restaurants level, you will find many in the Preah Sisowath Avenue. One of Cambodian dishes must try is the Amok, a curry.

If you bring time abroad and prefer tapas with a glass of wine or sangria, I recommend the Spanish and Latin The Latin Quarter restaurant. I was the last day and I enjoyed it. Now wearing a chef de León.

How to get around Phnom Penh?

Phnom Penh is a small town so walking will be able to go almost anywhere. However there are thousands of tuk tuks that will be passed on to insist that you may go up to them. They are useful and cheap. You have to haggle.

How to go to Phnom Penh?

From any city in Cambodia something important (eg Siem Reap, Battambang and Sihanoukville) you will find direct buses to Phnom Penh. To give you an idea, a bus Siem Reap - Phnom Penh costs about $ 6. You can buy tickets at stations, hotels or travel agencies.

Facts about North Korea (17 things you might not know)

1) War

North Korea and South Korea are still officially at war since 1953 as it has never signed the peace treaty.

2) While few go, you can travel to North Korea

Only between 2000 and 3000 Western visit North Korea each year, while there are between 20,000 and 30,000 Chinese citizens who do too. Previously I described as a trip to North Korea.

3) High level of literacy

The literacy rate in North Korea is 99%. Being one of the highest in the world.

4) Lower life expectancy

Although North Korea has a system of public health, the rate of life expectancy is only 67.3 years.

5) No one can enter mobile

If you visit North Korea you will requisition the mobile by national security issues and what will be returned when leaving the country. The population of the country if they can use to call phones but not outside the state.

6) No Internet

In North Korea there is no access to the global Internet, Intranet only within a country.

7) Planned Economy

The country's economy is almost entirely run by the government, so that virtually all companies belong to the State. The Central Planning Committee prepares, supervises and implements economic plans, while a General Bureau of Industry in each region is responsible for managing the factories, producing and selling.

8) More than a game

In the state of North Korea there are three political parties.

9) No advertising

In North Korea there is no advertising of goods or services, only government propaganda posters encouraged work and / or communism.

10) There is the largest stadium

Rungrado May Day Stadium, which is in Pyongyang, is the world's largest. It has a capacity of 150,000 people.

11) State militarized

North Korea has the fourth largest army in the world with more than 1 million soldiers. This makes proportionally the most militarized state in the world as it is estimated that 20% of men aged 17-54 years are soldiers. Only surpassed by China, the United States and India.

12) Great investment in the military

According to the government of North Korea itself, almost 16% of the country's GDP is the military budget.

13) Nuclear Weapons

It is also estimated that North Korea has 9 nuclear bombs, while Russia has 12400 and the USA 9400.

14) Leader mummified

The body of Kim Il Sung, founder of the political system of North Korea and father of current recently deceased Kim Jong-il is embalmed and can be visited Pyongyang, the capital. Other political mummified.

15) Leaders gods

As happens in other Asian countries, leaders Kim Il Sung and Kim Jong-il are revered almost as gods.

16) The political philosophy Juche

The philosophy created by Kim Il Sung and politically governing the country called Juche. This philosophy advocates self-sufficiency and political, economic and military independence.

17) Concentration camps

Several newspapers and international organizations report that North Korea is between 150,000 and 200,000 political prisoners subjected to torture, starvation, rape, murder, forced labor and medical experiments.