Places That May Not Exist Someday
10 Places to Visit Before They No Longer Exist
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Located in the Pacific Ocean, the Galapagos Islands, a province of Ecuador, are a volcanic archipelago and one of the most popular destinations for viewing wildlife. Most famously, Charles Darwin visited the Galapagos Islands in 1835, which inspired his theory of evolution. The region is known for its flora and wildlife, including giant tortoises, marine iguanas, and fur seals.
Though the Galapagos Islands are remote, they are an extremely popular travel destination. Each year, more than 170,000 tourists visit the archipelago, and the wear and tear is beginning to take its toll on the exotic region. The increase in tourism has created more hotels and restaurants, use of vehicles, and pollution. The islands are on a decline and some unique animals have already faced extinction. Want to see this extraordinary wildlife before it's too late? Get up and Galapa-Go today!