Places ashaclarein Wants to Go

Known as the Sistine Chapel of Egypt, this tomb houses some of the most well-preserved paintings in Egypt.

One of the most well-preserved temples of ancient Egypt.

Ozymandias’ time-keeping temple.

An ancient instrument used to measure the waters of the Nile so Egyptian farmers would know whether to expect famine or flood.

An ancient city exhumed from the depths of the ocean.

This center in the Rwandan capital supports women’s livelihoods while educating visitors about traditional cooking, craft making, and more.

This breathtaking island on Rwanda’s Lake Kivu is a haven for thousands of fruit bats.

A hiking/biking/exploring trail that winds across over 140 miles of Rwandan shoreline.

The world’s most biodiverse place when it comes to plants.

Planted more than 300 years ago, these trees are South African National Monuments.

This small island off Lambert's Bay is home to more than 2,000 Cape gannets and is the only such breeding colony open to the public.

The loneliest plant in the world resides at the Durban Botanic Gardens...mostly.

A memorial to the only dog ever officially enlisted in the Royal Navy.

Over 60 species of birds inhabit this colorful aviary park in South Africa.

Fascinating collection of Khoisan rock engravings, still situated in their original setting.

Environmentally crucial raptors like eagles and vultures are kept and protected in this massive sanctuary.

South Africa's postal service began with a letter left in a boot beneath this tree.

An ancient impact crater on the outskirts of Pretoria.

An odd little fishing town that is inundated by tourists looking to be locked up in a cage and surrounded by great white sharks, because why not?

A sobering account of the vibrant multicultural neighborhood that was destroyed under apartheid.

Largest cave system in Africa.

These otherworldly caverns form Earth's oldest known cave system.

The frozen treats at this Cape Town parlor are inspired by Africa's food cultures.

Over a million items cram the shelves at Africa's largest shop of used and rare books.