10 Unexplored Places on Earth

Throughout the centuries, mankind has discovered many secrets of the Earth. We have reached the surface of the Moon and explored other planets in the solar system. However, even today, there are still a number of unexplored places right here on our planet. For enthusiasts of the genre, and lovers of mystery, here is a list of the most mysterious and uncharted places on Earth.

Vale do Javari is located in Brazil. This region is home to at least 14 tribes, and is one of the most isolated places in the world. It is estimated that about 2,000 indigenous people live independently from the Brazilian government, in an area the size of Austria. The right of the tribes to live in isolation is protected by a federal agency tasked with preventing outsiders from invading indigenous territories.

Sima Humboldt is a large sinkhole located at the summit of the Sarisarinama plateau, in the State of Venezuela. It is unusual for several reasons, including its enormous size and the holes in the ground. Its name comes from the scientist Alexander von Humboldt, who was the first to explore the area.

Cape Ville is a headland that extends along the eastern coast of the Cape York Peninsula, in Australia. The mantle is composed of granite rocks that formed 250 million years ago. It is populated by unique animal species.

Greenland is the largest island in the world. In fact, most areas of Greenland are covered by ice sheets, making it a sparsely populated and still largely unexplored destination. Greenland is also where you can find hot springs, stunning northern lights, and the famous midnight sun. However, the unsustainable weather conditions make Greenland one of the least explored places on Earth. See also: Travel to Greenland: When to go and what to see

The Mariana Trench is the deepest point on Earth. Located in the western part of the Pacific Ocean, it was formed by the sea, following a subduction. The deepest point is known as Challenger Deep, with a maximum depth of 11 kilometers. The Mariana Trench is home to many rare minerals and deep-sea creatures, as well as being an area rich in underwater volcanoes. However, its depth and the high pressure, unsustainable for humans, make exploration of this area difficult. See also: Mariana Trench: Mysteries, Images and Videos

Gangkhar Puensum, located in Bhutan, is the highest mountain in the world that is currently unexplored. This mountain has an elevation of 7,570 meters and is the fortieth highest mountain in the world. Only four expeditions have taken place on Gangkhar Puensum, specifically in 1983, 1985, 1986, and 1994. All of these expeditions were unsuccessful due to heavy snowfall and unsustainable weather conditions. The government of Bhutan has even prohibited the practice of mountaineering. Thus, Gangkhar Puensum remains an untouched and unexplored mountain.

It is a well-known fact that deserts are difficult to explore due to weather conditions. The temperature fluctuations, with very hot days and cold nights, make this environment particularly harsh for the survival of animals, plants, and humans. The hottest desert in the world, the Sahara Desert, remains unexplored in many of its areas. See also: The 20 Largest and Most Important Deserts in the World

There are a vast number of unexplored caves in the world. However, the example of the network of Yucatan Cenotes caves in Mexico is striking. Difficult for scientists to explore due to weather conditions, the unbearable sharp rocks, and boiling water. Some of these caves are too dangerous for an expedition because of the climate changes occurring within them. See also: Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico: Where it is, when to go, and what to see

The Amazon Rainforest holds half of the rainforests on Earth, covering an area of 2.5 million square miles. Its rich biodiversity and the presence of rare animal species make the Amazon rainforest an ideal location for an expedition. However, the mysterious habitat of the forest renders it an unexplored place on Earth. The rain that pours from February to May causes the water level in the Amazon River to rise drastically, leading to severe flooding. In such conditions, transportation through the Amazon River becomes too dangerous. The deadly animals present in the forest such as jaguars, rattlesnakes, spiders, mosquitoes, piranhas, and anacondas pose a serious threat to humans. The lack of access to healthy food and drinking water causes many diseases. See also: The Largest Forests in the World

Antarctica is the coldest place on the surface of the Earth. The climate drastically changes from -10C to -30C in normal circumstances. The lowest temperature ever recorded in Antarctica is -89 degrees Celsius. Winds can reach speeds of 200 miles per hour, and ice sheets, with a thickness of 2 miles, reflect the continent's unbearable climate conditions. It is the driest, coldest, and windiest continent on Earth, and it is also the least explored. See also: The Coldest Cities in the World