Top 5 extreme places to visit

And if for your next trip, you decide to visit any of the world's most extreme locations? Between isolated, the westernmost of the United States or the highest city of the world land area, find out what the top 5 places to discover.

The Tristan da Cunha

The Tristan da Cunha Island is considered the world's most isolated land. Located between South Africa and South America, the territory is 2,438 km from the island of St. Helena, the closest province. Few ships intend to discover this part of the world where we do not find either airport or port. The 270 inhabitants live mainly from fishing. And since 2001, they even have an internet connection. The island that is beginning to be known worldwide also made an appearance in film, especially in the film "In Solitaire" Christopher Offenstein with François Cluzet.

The Attu Island

Welcome to the westernmost point of the United States, between Alaska and Russia. This territory is made ​​history. Indeed, between October 1942 and May 1943, he was one of only two areas of the American continent to be occupied by Japan during World War II. Recently, the American Coast Guard abandoned their posts. Before visiting this island, so you have to contact the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the agency that handles the management and conservation of wildlife. 

Nunavut

Place the northernmost inhabited the planet, Alert is located in Nunavut. If you wish to visit the area, you are advised to cover yourself well. The temperature can reach -40 ° C. But tourism is well developed. Many activities are offered throughout the year, with cruises. You can also go snowmobiling, kayaking or go dog sledding. 

The Dead Sea

Salt lake between Israel, Palestine and Jordan, the Dead Sea is the lowest point on earth at 422 meters below the level of the sea. Recently, an agreement was signed between Israel, Jordan and Palestine to "save" the Dead Sea. Recall that this attraction could soon disappear. 

El Alto

Before you can discover El Alto, it will take patience. Located in Bolivia, this town is considered the city of more than 100,000 of the world's tallest people. It is located 4149 m above the level of the sea. So high, you risk being quickly tired. Let's add that few sights are in El Alto.

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