Natural wonders destroyed by tourists

Raja Ampat, Indonesia: Also known as the "underwater Amazon," the beautiful coral reefs of Raja Ampat are home to an incredible biodiversity.

Raja Ampat, Indonesia: This was put at risk when a cruise ship smashed into the coral reef after advancing during low tide.

Uluru, Australia: This huge sandstone monolith is one of Australia's most iconic landmarks. But tourists have found a way to disrupt the local ecosystem.

Uluru, Australia: Apparently, tourists like to poop and pee on top of this natural wonder. The consequences? The extinction of a rare shrimp species.

Torres del Paine National Park, Chile: Located in Chile's Patagonia region, Torres del Paine is a breathtaking, unspoiled natural wonder.

Torres del Paine National Park, Chile: In 2005, a Czech tourist accidentally burned down to ashes about 5% of the entire park. 

Paracel Islands, China: These islands have been disputed by China, Taiwan, and Vietnam. In 2013, tourists started to visit the islands.

Paracel Islands, China: But soon they also started hunting and fishing endangered species and bragging about it on social media.

Isla de sa Porrassa, Spain: You will find this inhabited small island off the coast of the popular resort Magaluf, in Majorca, Spain.

Isla de sa Porrassa, Spain: Every year, people swim from Magaluf beach to the island. In 2015, two Scottish teenagers did the same.

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