Within the diverse and abundant pool of tourist spots Booking.com has to offer, there are several destinations with particularly puzzling names.
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For starters, turns out Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch on the island of Anglesey, Wales, is a scenic beach town, ideal for a relaxing European getaway.
The full translation of the long name is "The church of St. Mary Lanfair of the pool of white hazels near to the fierce whirlpool and the church of St. Tysilio of the red cave."
Aside from the long walks on the beach, the village also offers a few pubs and restaurants. Additionally, several nearby locations can be explored on a day trip, a short distance from Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch, such as the Bangor Cathedral, the Snowdonia National Park, and nearby towns Llandudno, Portmeirion, Caernarfon, and Conwy.
Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch, Wales
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Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch, Wales
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The next odd-named travel destination Booking.com put forth is the city of Drama in northeastern Greece.
Aside from the riveting views that tourists can explore on a leisurely walk or bike ride, the city's happenings are not very dramatic. Additionally, Drama is a lovely spot with charming cafés and restaurants that serve appetizing local dishes.
Drama, Greece
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The third destination on the list is Obama, Japan, located north of the city of Kyoto. While you may think the Japanese must have named it after the former U.S. president, the city's origin has nothing to do with Barrack Obama.
In Japanese, Obama means "little beach." Accordingly, the city in the Fukui Prefecture is known for its beautiful steep cliffs on the coastline, as well as the traditional seafood. Some of the destination's hotspots include Wakasa Bay Area - home to some of the clearest waters along the coast of the Sea of Japan, and the Myotsuji Temple.
Obama, Japan
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Obama, Japan
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Next up is Sauce, Peru. The city, located in the San Martin region, is situated lakeside, surrounded by a panoramic view of lush mountains. The area has not yet been discovered by many tourists, making it a perfect spot for a relaxing getaway.
For those looking to do more than a dip in the lake or fish, there is beautiful nature all around that can be easily accessed by car.
Maloca Inn in Sauce, Peru
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Last on the list is the town of Krk, the main settlement of the island of Krk, Croatia. Also known as "The Golden Island," Krk offers nice and warm weather, sandy beaches, and rich forests on its western side.
Krk, Croatia
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Happy Apartments Baška in Krk, Croatia
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