3 mysterious places to visit in Africa before you die.

It’s almost difficult to imagine. A group of people puts heads together, and after hours of deliberation, comes up with the name of a state called Michigan, meaning “hell.” Then what would you say about the state named “Oregon” in the US which means “boring”. You think that’s weird?

But there are also the perplexing ones – from historical destinations to landmarks and communities- whose names and stories evoke a sense of wonder.  Imagine, for instance, the mysterious, free-flowing blood-colored water at Blood Falls in Antarctica or the sheer awe of Death Valley in Eastern California. Even though most of the locations mentioned are in Europe, Africa is also not without these awe-inspiring destinations.

So, if you are the adventurous type and visiting strange places is in your bucket list, then let’s go!

#1. The Giant Blue Eye of Africa (Mauritania)

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One of the strange wonders of Africa is the Giant Blue Eye of Africa found in the Western Sahara Desert in Mauritania. The spectacular structure is a blue circle – like the eye – in the sands of Mauritania and is believed to be around 100 million years old. This eye in the Sahara has sparked several scientific inquiries and none has been able to unravel the mystery surrounding this spot.

Some people describe it as a hole that was formed when God flooded the earth with water in the days of Noah, as recorded in the Holy Bible. While its origin may never be known despite the deluge of scientific inquiries, images of this strange feature, as taken from space by astronauts, continue to intrigue and inspire the world.

#2. Crooks’ Corner (Limpopo, South Africa)

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Let’s face it – If you are a criminal trying to disappear from the face of the earth and away from the wrath of the law, what better place to hide than a difficult to access out of the way confluence of three African countries, now called the Crooks Corner. A century or so ago, this place, which is situated on the north-eastern end of the Kruger National Park, South Africa,  was a no man’s land. This historical island destination derived its name from the outlaws who lived there in the 1990s. It is not only a boundary that connects South Africa, Zimbabwe and Mozambique, it is also the confluence of River Limpopo and River Luvuvhu.

#3. Blue River (Abia State, Nigeria)

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It’s weird to call any mass of water “blue” since science teaches us that water is nearly – if not totally – colorless. But the Azumini River, which radiates a breath-taking charm in Umuahia Ibeku in Abia State of Nigeria. makes you want to think twice about that theory. The Ubeku “Blue River” is so named on account of its stunning sapphire and crystal-clear water that makes it easy to spot fishes and other aquatic animals. As you sail further down the river, the blue color of the water strikes your eyes.

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