10 Most Dangerous Tourist Attractions Around The World

1. Death Valley – USA

Death Valley is one of the world’s hottest places. The desert has a world record for having the highest temperature – 56.7 Celsius degrees. You can only survive for only 14 hours here without water.

2. The Danakil Desert – Eritrea

Among all the hottest inhabited places, the Ethiopian desert is one of them. The landscape of the destination is as scenic as that of the Red Planet.

3. Mount Washington – USA

One of the deadliest peaks in the world. It actually has the world record to have the fastest winds. Besides the strong winds, the temperature here can drop as low as -40 Celsius degrees.

4. Bikini Atoll – Marshall Islands

The destination was home to many nuclear testing programs, turning the picturesque place into a radioactive wasteland.

5. Lake Natron – Tanzania

It may look beautiful. However, on the surface of the lake is the alkali salt crust. Any living creature that comes into contact with the water will die. That is why it is strictly prohibited to swim here.

6. Sumatra Island – Indonesia

The island is blessed with natural beauty. However, it is full of natural disasters including volcano eruptions, tsunamis, and earthquakes.

7. Dumas Beach – Gujarat, India

The beach is said to be one of Gujarat’s most haunted places. The beach is popular for two things, its black sand and being haunted. Accordingly, Dumas Beach is said to have been used as a Hindu burial ground.

8. Snake Island – Brazil

There are thousands of Golden Lancehead Vipers on the island, one of the most poisonous snakes. Researchers say that for every square meter, there are five snakes.

9. Madidi National Park – Bolivia

The place looks like a picturesque location. However, when you move to the other side, you can find the most aggressive and poisonous flora. If you touch any of the plants here, it can cause rashes, severe itching, and even dizziness.

10. Valley of Death – Kamchatka, Russia

The place is in Kamchatka Peninsula’s eastern part. The Valley of Death accumulates volcanic gases that kill mammals and birds entering the area.

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