9 Places That Look Just Like Some Of The Most Popular Sights, But Are Way Cheaper To Visit...

• 5:22 pm April 25, 2021
• surabhi

Tourism is bouncing back and while Covid has hit the industry hard, there is no denying that people are going to travel, once it becomes a better world to travel in. For all those who are at home and yearning to save some bucks while exploring the world, this list is going to be your bible. These 9 spectacular sights are literally twins of these popular tourist locations but are just as beautiful and way cheaper!

MACHU PICHU - ISLA DEL SOL!

Machu Pichu is an Incan site in Peru and is world renowned for its ruins. The crowds at this site are so much that apparantly you can never get yourself a decent picture without the crowds in frame. It has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Now, a stunning alternative to the expensive Peruvian experience is an island in Bolivia called Isla del Sol. Located on the Lake Titicaca, this place is perhaps older than Machu Pichu. With over 80 ruins and countless terraces, this place is known as the founding land of the Inca Empire!

GIANT'S CAUSEWAY - CAPE STOLBCHATY!

Imagine a natural monument with over 40,000 interlocking basalt columns. These reach the height of over 39 feet and are quite a rare phenomenon in Northern Ireland. Ever since it got popular online there have been hundreds of tourists flocking the spot on a daily basis. If you wish to avoid the crowds and still get as close to this natural wonder as possible, head to Cape Stolbchaty in Russia. Now, here is a benefit. The basalt columns here reach over 164 ft!!!

BONNEVILLE SALT FLATS - SALAR DE UYUNI!

Salt flats are one of the most phenomenal creations of nature. Vast expanses of pristine white are often glorified as a part of cinema. Most of the times, the movies showcase salt flats from America, Bonneville Salt flats. But did you know there is a similar copy of the same in Salar De Uyuni, Bolivia. In fact, this too has formed the base for a lot of movies, especially Star Wars!

CHRIST THE REDEEMER - CHRIST THE KING!

The Christ the Redeemer Statue from Rio De Janerio is one of the most popular religious statues in the world. About 99 ft tall and a 26 ft pedestal, this statue is a symbol for Brazil. Needless to say, it is also a big tourist attraction and getting a picture with the statue in the background can get quite cumbersome. Lesser visited statue but of the similar size and style is one at Lisbon, Portugal called Christ the King Statue

GOLDEN GATES BRIDE - 25 De ABRIL BRIDGE!

The Golden Gates Bridge is perhaps the most photographed man made structure in the modern world, but ever since 2014, you have to pay a toll fees to access the bridge. As of this year, the fees is $7. On the other hand, a bridge called 25 de Abril located in Lisbon, holds a stunning resemblance and is ofcourse way cheaper!

STATUE OF LIBERTY - ODAIBA LIBERTY (JAPAN)

Half way around the world is another Statue of Liberty and believe it or not, way less crowded. In fact, the real Statue of Liberty may just come across as a glamourized structure after you visit the one in Japan. Yes it is 4 times smaller in size, but who cares about sizes when all you need is a picture and some memories!

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STONEHENGE - CALLANISH!

Turns out some century old stones can cost quite a bomb to be around. Stonehenge in Great Britain is one of the most popular sites around the world and these old monoliths bear with them a lot of mystery and stories. However, much cheaper to visit and also less crowded is a place in Scotland called Callanish. It also has monoliths dating back 5000 years ago and the best part? You can visit these beautiful ancient structures in Callanish for absolutely free!

ACROPOLIS - EPHESUS!

Two of the world's largest civilizations have thrived in these regions and that is why their history and architecture dates back to pre-history. Take for instance Acropolis in Athens, Greece. This site is so popular that it is impossible to click a picture here without tourists. The ancient city of Ephesus in Turkey though is good alternative to Acropolis. With structures just as endearing and a history just as rich, but with far fewer crowds, this place is an ideal replacement!

TAJ MAHAL - BIBI KA MAQBARA!

The Taj Mahal is one of the most glorified spaces on the planet and since it is such a popular site, the tickets for this site are overpriced as well. However, there is another site in India called the Bibi Ka Maqbara, that was built by Shah Jehan's (The Mughal Emperor who built Taj Mahal) son, Aurangzeb! In fact, this mausoleum is way quieter than the Taj and just as pretty!