By Caitlin Morton
May 27,2015; 11:55AM,EDT
Wadden Sea
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The Frisian Islands thread their way north along the coastlines of the Netherlands, Germany, and Denmark, shielding the Wadden Sea mudflats -- the largest in the world -- from the North Sea waves. The flats' variety of ecosystems make it an excellent spot to view wildlife, especially the 10-12 million migratory birds that pass through it every year. -- Jenna Scherer
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St. Kilda, Scotland
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This cliff-dotted archipelago along the western coast of Scotland's Outer Hebrides boasts stunning ocean views and a unique ecosystem, as well as a bit of historic mystery (even the origin of St. Kilda's name remains disputed). Visitors may encounter lots of marine life on one of the many ocean tours offered by local boating companies, while those without sea legs can also explore the area's ancient ruins. -- Hadley Keller
Historical Monuments of Mtskheta, Georgia
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The former capital of Georgia, referred to as the spiritual heart of the country, has three picturesque, clifftop medieval churches. Sadly, lack of preservation and unaddressed deterioration of the architecture and artwork have landed this site on UNESCO's "at-risk" list. -- Lianna Trubowitz
Wulingyuan Scenic and Historic Interest Area
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Once a remote and inaccessible part of China's Hunan Province, this UNESCO site is now a tourist attraction, drawing visitors with its 3,000-plus sandstone pillars spread out over 100 square miles. Some towers are more than half the height of the Empire State Building-natural skyscrapers rising high above rivers and ravines. -- Jonathan Shannon
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