9 Odd Towns & Villages

9 Odd Towns & Villages

Giethoorn: The Enchanting Town Without Streets

Currently, Giethoorn is home to less than 3,000 people, most of whom reside in private islands. The main means of transportation through the canals are via a punt, canoe, kayak, or whisper boat (aptly named for its inconspicuously silent motor that doesn’t disrupt the peace). All of the canals are quite narrow, and there are also many wooden foot bridges to cross them. Contrary to the extensive presence of canals, there are also numerous cycling and walking paths and the area is generally regarded as a prime location for skaters in winter

9 Odd Towns & Villages 

1. Village Life in Vanuatu

9 Odd Towns & Villages
2. The Village on Stilts, Philippines

photo source

9 Odd Towns & Villages

3. "Chess City", Russia

photo source

9 Odd Towns & Villages 

4. The Village of Twins, India

photo source

9 Odd Towns & Villages 

5. "Garbage City",  Egypt

photo source

9 Odd Towns & Villages 
6. Dwarf Village, China

photo sourc

 

9 Odd Towns & Villages 

7. Villages Without Kapok Mattresses, Indonesia

Kapok tree  photo source

9 Odd Towns & Villages 

8.  The Underground Town, Australia

photo source

9 Odd Towns & Villages 

9. The Most Remote Village in the World

source