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Maretimo is the westernmost island of the Aeolian Islands, part of the province of Trapani in Sicily. This volcanic island of about 12 square kilometers is known as "the last secret of the Mediterranean" for its unspoiled nature and crystal clear waters.
The highest point on the island, Montefalcone, is 686 meters above sea level and offers a spectacular view of the entire archipelago. The surrounding waters are protected by a marine reserve, rich in marine life and rare communities of red coral. The unique landscape of sea caves and cliffs makes it a paradise for divers.
Maretimo preserves the ruins of an ancient Roman villa and a 19th-century defensive fortress, and the island's traditional white houses contrast with the blue sea and sky. Ancient fishing traditions are maintained and freshly caught tuna and sea bass are specialties.
Ferries run to the island every summer from Trapani and Milazzo in Sicily. Due to strictly controlled development, there are only two small hotels on the island, which maintains a peaceful and escapist atmosphere for travelers seeking a pristine natural experience.
Chishui, located in the northwest of Guizhou Province and belonging to Zunyi City, is an ecological pearl at the junction of Sichuan and Guizhou, famous for its spectacular Danxia landforms and rich history and culture. As the core component of "China Danxia" World Natural Heritage, Chishui Danxia is interspersed with natural landscapes such as Danxia waterfalls and Cyathea forests, especially Chishui Grand Waterfall (Shizhang Cave) is the most shocking one with a height of 76 meters and a width of 80 meters, which is regarded as "the first waterfall of the Yangtze River". It is known as "the first waterfall of the Yangtze River". It also preserves a complete subtropical evergreen broad-leaved forest ecosystem, and is one of the regions with the highest latitude and largest area of Danxia in the world. At the same time, Chishui is the place where the Red Army's Long March "Four Crossings of Chishui" took place, leaving behind a large number of revolutionary sites, where the red culture and green ecology mingle, attracting nature lovers and history seekers. Its unique Danxia landforms, primitive ecology and red memories make it a tourist attraction with both natural wonders and cultural heritage.