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236. Victoria Falls, Zambia/Zimbabwe
What is more romantic then witnessing one of the natural wonders of the world with your loved one? The falls are stunning… the force of the water, the spray, the thunderous sound, the rainbows… Apparently they are more beautiful from the Zimbabwe side but you really should check the political situation we went from the Zambia side. You will find guides offering to take you to the Devil’s Pool, take them up on this! It is a pool at the top of the falls where you can practically swim to the edge protected by a natural stone wall. It’s exciting and worth it. The hike to the pool itself has plenty of beautiful vistas it’s a trip that is really special to share with a loved one.
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182. Serenity in Ghana (Green Turtle Lodge) - Africa
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You don’t have to be a couple to enjoy the Green Turtle but when I was there, all I could think of was coming back with a significant other. Completely eco-friendly, the lodge uses candle lanterns at night and the stars can be seen for miles and miles.
During the right season, you can see baby green turtles crawling back towards the ocean and a beautiful walk down the beach leads you to a really interesting fishing village where you can get a drink of the homemade gin for free and just hang out with some locals for awhile.
The lodge even has a romantic history. A young English couple with a passion for travel and Africa fell in love with the Ghanaian coast line and decided to open their own guest house there. In fact, a few people have loved it so much that they chose to have their wedding there!
176. Kigali, Rwanda - Africa
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I went to Rwanda as well as Nairobi, Kenya with my boyfriend for Christmas of 2009. It was the most amazing and romantic thing I’ve done in my life, I don’t think anything can top it. We walked through town in Kigali and saw street vendors, beautiful flowers, and people. Hiking through the mountains (one main mountain that sits in Rwanda, Uganda and the Congo) and seeing gorillas within 10 feet of us was such an amazing thing to share with my boyfriend. The wilderness and the amazing wildlife we saw makes it irreplaceable. We went to Nairobi and stayed in the private gates of the same resort featured in Out of Africa, the Muthagia Country Club. Going on a safari and kissing a giraffe; all of these memories will always e thought of fondly. I have personal photos at: Www.chelseaeliz.tumblr.com
155. Murchison Falls-Uganda
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Murchison is one of Uganda’s most important natural and animal reservations. You can take a photo safari where you will see some of Africa´s most beautiful animals including: Hippos, giraffes, elephants, alligators, lions, leopards, etc…the best part is you will see them in their natural habitat, and up close; if you’re lucky and go during spring you will get to see all the baby animals as well. Probably the most romantic and impressive thing to do is take a boat along the nile. You will also see all the wildlife, however the highlight of the ride are the falls. Murchison falls are the most powerful waterfalls in the world (during rainy season) where the Nile forces its way through a gap in the rocks, from 100 mts to only 7 metres (23 ft) wide. The boat ride is really romantic, and the views astonishing. The lodges in the area range from luxurious hotels to romantic chalets and safari lodges/tents. Definately a place to visit.
146. Jinja, Uganda
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Jinja is Uganda’s second largest city and has many thrilling adventures you and your partner can experience together. The streets are filled with vibrant colors of the different fabrics, trinkets and food. Western cafes and restaurants dot the streets. Just outside of the city there are different luxury resorts suited for couples to relax by the pool and enjoy the hot African sun. Jinja is also located by Lake Victoria, the source of the Nile River. You and your significant other can go out onto the lake on a boat for a romantic time. Also, different agencies offer river rafting packages on the Nile. What better way is there to get closer to your lover than a thrilling ride down the rapids of the Nile together?
All in all the views and colors offered by this beautiful city will leave you breathless and wanting to come back
105. Greystoke Mahale, (Lake Tanganyika) Tanzania, Africa
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I’ve been trying to put into words how romantic Lake Tanganyika is, because this tumblr is called 1,000 Most Romantic Places in the World, not 1,000 Most Awesome Places in the World, and I do not take that distinction lightly. With that said, Lake Tanganyika is my favorite place that I’ve ever been, but not for necessarily romantic reasons. I stayed at Greystoke Mahale, and each day consisted of trekking for chimps, chasing hippos up streams, and fishing for fresh sashimi. If that sounds too stressful, there is a beautiful - and empty - beach right in front of each banda. In the morning, the staff brings you fresh fruit and juice, unless you take too long getting out of bed; at that point, the vervet monkeys will have already eaten your fruit. Basically, Mahale is my idea of paradise.
So where does the romance begin? I guess with the sunsets. And the isolation. And, again, the beach. And the fact that any paradise is inherently romantic, because there is nothing you’d rather do than spend your entire life right there with the person you love, and isn’t that love in a nutshell?
38. The White Desert, Cairo, Egypt
Be prepared to be overwhelmed by the sheer mass of the universe as you hop on a jeep and go on an unexpected journey to the White Desert (in fact, I believe every desert will give you the same feeling, but I want to specify the desert that I went to). This place makes you realize just how big our world is - and how small we all are. What can be more romantic than looking up at the velvet black sky that is covered by thousands, perhaps even millions, of twinkling silver stars? Feel the cool breeze and engulf yourself in the soothing silence of the night… and fall asleep under the watchful eyes of stars. The desert is the perfect place to witness sunsets and sunrises, so make sure you don’t miss them!
