There are a number of gorges on the island, such as Samaria, Imbros, Kurtaliotiko, Ha Gorge, Platania Gorge, Aradaina, and others.
One of the most spectacular unique places in Crete is the Kuraliotiko waterfall, located in the gorge of the same name. The waterfall is about 40 meters high.
Taiga is a challenging biome for reptiles and amphibians.
Only a few species occur in the boreal forest, including the Striped garter, Siberian salamander, Wood frog, American and Canadian toad, and others. Most of these hibernate underground in winter.
Water transportation is very popular among both citizens and tourists. It also allows for ocean vessels to travel for around 1,600 kilometers up the river.
Kilimanjaro is home to several ecological systems.
In the foothills you will find cultivated fields, more distant savannas, sparse dry forests, montane forests - dense evergreens, shrubs, mountain meadows and perpetual snow.
