We re all able to name the world s highest place, but how many of us know where the coldest, remotest and wettest places on the planet are located? Even if we re told, we might have problems finding them on a map.
All the world s most extreme places are reachable by adventurous travellers, though few of us might have the skills or patience to get there. Many are a physical challenge, and nearly all are frustratingly located in obscure places that will never feature on mainstream tour itineraries.
But never fear. If you want a taste of the extreme without going the full hog, there are alternatives that will give you a fair taste of the experience.
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