Because of its shape, a section\of the Niagara Falls is called\the Horseshoe Falls.
Moose, sheep and deer roam freely in the many national parks here.
If you go north from the falls a very long way, you may run into an Eskimo.
The Niagara River drops from Lake Erie to Lake Ontario to create the Niagara Falls.
These famous waters fall over the border of two large countries.

Colored layers of rock show that this canyon is over two million years old.
You may want to rent a donkey to take you down into the canyon.
While you're "out west," go see an Indian Pow Wow.  They're great!
The Colorado River cuts through this world-famous gorge in Arizona.
It's one of many world-famous national parks in the country.

The staircase on this pyramid temple is 80 feet tall!
On a cliff overlooking the Caribbean Sea, this was once\a busy Mayan city.
Don't forget your Spanish dictionary!
You may see an iguana or two while you're tracking around the tropics.
Some people here still live by old Indian customs.

A popular resort, this deep lake is lined with four large volcanoes.
Mayans have fished, washed clothes and bathed here for thousands of years.
Don't forget your Spanish dictionary!
You'll probably see a lot of lizards and tropical birds\around here.
You'll recognize the people here by their brightly colored clothing.

This ruin was once a round,\stone palace.
A Spanish dictionary will come in quite handy!
If you like bananas, you'll love it here!
Incan roads cover the country,\but this is the only major\Incan structure.
You may want to fly into the capital, Quito.

It's also known as "The Lost City\of the Incas."
A Spanish dictionary will come in handy!
While you're hiking to this ancient ruin, make way for the llamas!
You might want to buy a poncho to wear.  They're popular in the mountains.
Your first stop might be Lima,\the capital.

This great river crosses almost an entire continent from west\to east.
Flesh-eating piranhas are one of over 2,000 types of fish in the world's largest river.
Don't forget your Portuguese dictionary!
Parrots, toucans, monkeys, giant snakes and toads live in the area around this river.
Most of this river flows through\the tropics.

A major part of these mountains lie in the tropics.
Don't forget your Spanish dictionary!
These mountains have been a major center of Indian cultures since ancient times.
You may want to fly into the Santiago Airport.
These mountains were once home to the great Incan civilization.

This small white church hosts one of its country's biggest festivals.
This church is sacred to many Catholics in the country.
Don't forget your Spanish dictionary!
If you fly into Madrid, you can\take a train south to the town of\El Rocio.
On ranches outside of the city, you're sure to see a lot of bulls.

Made of iron, this tower weighs 7,000 tons!
In the spring and summer, the sidewalks around the tower are crowded with artists.
Don't leave the city without stopping at a sidewalk cafe.\It's the thing to do!
You can ride an elevator to the top for a view of Paris.
The tower is named after a French engineer who also designed the Statue of Liberty.

No one knows exactly who put these huge stones here, or why.
Some believe this monument was a religious or star-watching site in prehistoric times.
Bring your umbrella.\It will probably rain.
If you need directions in the city, just ask a "bobby."
First, fly into the London Airport.  Then head south to Salisbury Plain.

After the Ice Age, moving glaciers created many deep fjords.
These deep fingers of water line the coasts of Scandinavia.
Dress warmly, you may have to travel above the Arctic Circle!
It might be nice to stay in the capital, Oslo.
If you head north for the woods, don't be surprised if you run into a pack of wolves!

Long ago, Vikings, or sea pirates, sailed big ships and raided cities on the sea.
If you go north into the country-\side, you may see a herd of\reindeer!
If you have time, go to a folk festival and dance around the Maypole.
Europeans gave Vikings the nickname of "Norsemen," which meant "north-men."
If you fly into Stockholm, you won't have to go far to find a ship.

This cathedral is topped with colorful, twisted onion domes.
Once you find Red Square,\you can't miss it.
If you get lost, you could end up in Siberia!
If you fly into the Moscow Airport, you'll be all set.
A Russian dictionary will be helpful during your stay.

It's one of the many splendid castles in the country.
If you have time, go to the Black Forest and take a hike.
A steep, winding path takes you to this castle, high in the Bavarian Alps.
Don't miss the museums here, they're some of the world's best.
You may want to fly into the Munich Airport.

Shaped like a triangle, its peak is a great challenge to mountain climbers.
The fields below this mountain are home to grazing dairy cows.
To help you communicate, bring a French, German, or Italian dictionary.
If you like chocolate, you'll love it here!
It's one of the many Alps that cover over half of the country.

This ancient stadium once seated over 50,000 people.
Once the site of violent gladiator games, it now stands in ruins.
Be prepared for crowds of people!  Millions of travelers come to see the ruins each year.
If you like spaghetti, you'll love it here!
Built in 80 B.C., this great arena\is in the heart of Ancient Rome.

This fort once helped to defend its city against pirates!
You can walk on top of this medieval wall which surrounds the city of Dubrovnik.
In nearby fields, farmers use oxen to help them plow.
While you're there, why not take a dip in the Adriatic Sea.
Don't leave without your Slavic dictionary!

Built high on a hill, it was once the site of large outdoor festivals.
This famous temple is made of white marble and is surrounded by huge columns.
If you like olives, figs, or grapes, you'll love it here.
If you feel like exploring an island, you'll have 2,000 to choose from!
While you're in Athens, be sure to visit some of the other ruins.

Made mostly of mud, it looks like a huge sand castle!
You may want to rent a camel\for your journey.
If you fly into the Rabat Airport, head south toward the Sahara Desert.
Don't forget your Arabic dictionary.
Don't be surprised if on your way you run into a pack of laughing hyenas.

These incredible buildings served as burial tombs for royalty.
Remember to drink plenty of water while you're in the desert.
An Arabic dictionary will help you communicate.
If you have time, take a boat ride down the Nile River.
If you fly into the Cairo Airport, you'll be all set.

Be sure to bring lots of film\for your photo safari!
Have a wild time with the zebras, lions and rhinos!
A Swahili dictionary might come in handy.
You may want to fly into the Nairobi Airport.
You'll probably run across quite a few people from the Masai tribe.

This extinct volcano has not one, but two, snow-capped peaks.
You may get to meet some members of the Masai tribe, who live near the mountain.
Don't forget your Swahili dictionary!
While you're in the area, why not visit a wild game park.  You might see a hippo!
Journey north from Dar es Salaam to the tallest mountain\on the continent.

Muslim worshipers are called to prayer from the tall towers, called minarets.
After you visit the mosque, why not stroll along one of the world's busiest seaports.
If you find yourself out in the wilderness, be careful.\You might run into a leopard!
You'd be wise to bring your Arabic dictionary on your trip to the Middle East.
While you're in Istanbul, be sure to visit a bazaar.  They're world-famous here!

Be sure to bring a hat!  This place gets lots of sun!
You may want to rent a camel for your trip across the "Empty Quarter."
Don't be surprised if you see a group of nomadic Bedouins also crossing the desert.
An Arabic dictionary will be helpful while you're in the\Middle East.
If you fly into the Riyadh Airport, head south to this sea of sand.

Emperor Shah Jahan had this tomb built for his favorite wife -- after she had 14 children!
A long reflecting pool stretches before this white marble tomb.
Be careful on the city streets.  They're crowded with people, bicycles and cows!
A Hindi dictionary will come in handy.
From the capital city, New Delhi, go south along the Jumna River.

If you walk on top of it, be careful, parts of it are crumbling!
It snakes along, and up and down, for 1,500 miles!
To help you communicate, bring a Mandarin or Cantonese dictionary.
If you like rice, you'll love it here!
You'll probably want to fly into the Bejing Airport.

This pot-bellied Buddha is made of bronze and is seven centuries old.
While you're visiting the Buddha, don't miss the famous volcano, Mt. Fuji.
Don't be surprised if the ground shakes here!  Earthquakes are common on this island.
You'll probably want to fly into the Tokyo Airport.
Buddhism is a religion which began centuries ago in Asia.

It moves VERY s-l-o-w-l-y.
Don't forget your snow skis.\Or take a sled and husky team.
You'll see more penguins here than people.
Dress warmly.  You'll be visiting the coldest place on earth!
This snowy mountain is part of\an ice sheet, two miles thick!

This big, flat rock is quite a show.  In sunlight it changes color and seems to glow.
You may run into an Aborigine or two.  Say "Cooee" (Hi) if you do.
You'll want to rent a horse, or a jeep, to travel in the Outback.
"Down under" you won't have to visit a zoo to see a koala or a kangaroo!
If you fly into Canberra, you'll still have quite a way to go!

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