Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
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The Galapagos Islands is a volcanic archipelago that emerged from the waters of the Pacific Ocean millions of years ago after a series of volcanic eruptions. The Galapagos Islands is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the most beautiful natural environments on earth. Its isolated landscape is home diverse, unique species of plants and animals including walking birds, swimming lizards, giant tortoises, and much more. If you’re a nature lover, then this is your dream place to be. Charles Darwin’s visit to the island in 1835 contributed to his theory of evolution and his revolutionary book, On the Origin of Species. Foreign tourists pay an entrance fee of $100, while children are charged $50, and the fees are used for the conservation of the island.