About this book
Lonely Planet Secret Wonders of the World, Volume 1, offers an extensive guide to 385 unusual and remarkable locations across the globe. This travel reference book explores eerie ghost towns, bizarre natural phenomena, and hidden gems that remain untouched by mainstream tourism. Readers can explore fascinating sites such as the cat-populated islands of Japan or the glowworm-lit caves of New Zealand. Each entry provides the unique history and human stories behind these extraordinary places, including some mysteries that defy scientific explanation.
As part of the renowned Lonely Planet series, this volume serves as a comprehensive resource for curious travelers and armchair explorers. The book includes practical travel itineraries and curated Top 10 lists to help navigate these oddities. Featuring evocative images and stunning illustrations by Lauren Crow, Lonely Planet Secret Wonders of the World, Volume 1, brings the world's most peculiar and underrated sights to life through expert research and detailed storytelling.