Sharing its borders with Poland, Slovakia, Austria and Germany, the Czech Republic serves as the heart of Europe. The country also happens to be advantageously located across some of Europe’s oldest and most important land routes. Scenery in the Czech Republic is diverse. Rolling hills and pleasing plateaus, along with spruce and fur trees are quite common. Oak, beech and maple trees can be found at lower altitudes. Concerned with the preservation of the country’s natural beauty, the government has created nature reserves, with limited access for tourists. In this video, WatchMojo.com takes a look at the varied geography of the Czech Republic. continue reading...
In this video, WatchMojo.com lists five of California’s 58 counties, and outlines the diversity and richness of the state. Del Norte County has a unique landscape, which is why it was chosen as a filming location for many Hollywood shoots, most notably Star Wars – The Empire Strikes Back. Shasta County is one of the few areas in the world where all four types of volcanoes can be found. Sonoma County, while famous for its wine, has also been a filming location of Alfred Hitchcock’s 1963 horror film The Birds. Plumas County is rich with train history, and is home to the Western Pacific Railroad Museum. Monterey County provides nearly the entire US artichoke crop. continue reading...
New Zealand is known worldwide for its beautiful, lush landscape. Having stood in for the imaginary lands of J.R.R. Tolkien, the areas in and around Nelson, New Zealand are awe-inspiring. The area lies near the center of the country, and is a great attraction for movie fans and nature-lovers alike. From Cape Reinga, visitors can see where the Tasman Sea and Pacific Ocean meet. This cape is significant to the native Maori people, and is also home to an iconic and popular lighthouse. And the Huka Falls allow you to view firsthand the enormous power of water. In this video, WatchMojo.com looks at New Zealand’s striking scenery. continue reading...
The train can be a great way to travel - you can just sit back, relax, have a drink and watch the scenery pass by. Sometimes, the train ride can be a trip in itself. Here’s a list of some of the best train trips in North America: continue reading...
