Home of the Gods
The Japanese believe that Mount Fuji is the abode of the Gods and that the scared spirit of the mountain protects them. It is also believed that climbing the mountain earns God's favour, but that one must be pure in spirit to make the ascent. Every year, more than 200,000 people climb this beautiful peak.
Picture courtesy :http://famouswonders.com/mount-fuji-at-the-central-region-of-honshu/
Iceland's Hot Springs
Iceland is a volcanic island, and it has more hot springs than any other country in the world. This otherwise cold country has over 250 hot springs, and the hot water is piped into homes and buildings for central heating. Iceland's hot springs provide cheap, pollution free, renewable energy in addition to being a great tourist attraction.
Picture courtesy: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haukadalur
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