10 tourist attractions that no longer exist on earth!

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10 tourist attractions that no longer exist on earth!
From ancient marvels to natural formations, here's a look at 10 tourist attractions that once attracted travellers but have now vanished from the face of Earth.
-Azure Window was a popular tourist attraction in Malta until it collapsed during a storm in March 2017.
-This iconic natural rock arch formation, located in the Galápagos Islands, collapsed into the sea on May 17, 2021, due to natural erosion.
-These monumental statues of standing Buddhas, carved into the side of a cliff, dated back to the 6th century. They were destroyed by the Taliban in 2001, sparking international outrage.
-The coral reefs surrounding Christmas Island have suffered extensive damage due to coral bleaching and pollution, leading to a decline in their health and beauty.
-Also known as White Rock, Wedding Cake Rock was a distinctive sandstone rock formation located in the Royal National Park. It collapsed in 2015 due to natural erosion.
-The Guaira Falls were submerged in the 1980s following the construction of the Itaipu Dam on the Paraná River, which borders Paraguay and Brazil.
-Wall Arch was a beautiful natural sandstone arch formation in Arches National Park. It collapsed in 2008 due to natural erosion, altering the park's landscape.
-The Chacaltaya Glacier has significantly retreated due to climate change. By 2009, it had completely disappeared, leaving behind only a rocky outcrop.
-The Sutro Baths were destroyed by a fire in 1966. It was once a large public saltwater swimming complex located near the Cliff House in San Francisco.
-A sacred site believed to be the burial place of the biblical prophet Jonah, it was destroyed by ISIS militants in 2014 as part of their campaign.
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