Top 10 Places to Visit in October

Taipei 101 is a 508 meter skyscraper. It held the record for the world's tallest building until 2009. October brings mild weather to Taiwan. The humidity levels drop significantly compared to the summer months. The high speed elevators take you from the 5th to the 89th floor in 37 seconds.

This park is the largest in Ethiopia and contains the country's highest point, Ras Dashan. It is a habitat for the gelada baboon and the rare walia ibex. October is a dry season start. The landscape is lush from the previous rains, which makes it good for photography. You can drive an unpaved road from Debarq to reach the high points.

Shah Jahan commissioned this white marble tomb for his wife in 1631. The complex includes gardens, a mosque, and a guest house. October marks the start of the tourist season as the extreme summer heat dies down. You can walk the grounds without the risk of heatstroke. The site is busy year round, but the air is much clearer in October.

This Baha'i House of Worship is shaped like a lotus flower. It features 27 marble-clad petals arranged in clusters. October provides comfortable temperatures for walking around the outdoor gardens. The temple remains open to everyone regardless of their religious affiliation. The central hall seats 1,300 people at one time.

The Rapa Nui people carved these monolithic figures between 1250 and 1500. Most statues reside at the Rano Raraku quarry. October is the start of the warm season. Rain is infrequent, which is helpful for visiting the outdoor sites spread across the island. Many statues have large heads and no legs.

Tromsø is a cultural hub in Northern Norway. The city center has many wooden houses dating back to 1789. October is a dark month. It is one of the better times to see the northern lights before the deep winter freeze sets in. The city connects to the mainland via bridge and tunnel.

Lalibela is famous for its monolithic churches cut directly into the rock. It is a major pilgrimage site for Christians. October is pleasant for exploring the sites on foot. The weather is dry, allowing for easy movement between the various church complexes. The churches date back to the 7th century.

This site contains the Great Pyramid and the Great Sphinx. These structures date to the Fourth Dynasty of the Old Kingdom. October is far cooler than the summer months. You can explore the Giza necropolis without the oppressive desert heat. The complex sits near the edge of the Western Desert.

Marrakesh is an imperial city founded in 1070. The red sandstone walls give it a distinct appearance. October offers warm days and cool evenings. This is the ideal time to walk the city without the summer heat or the winter chill. The city serves as a gateway to the Atlas Mountains.

The Sahara covers a huge portion of North Africa. It is a landscape of sand and rock. October is a good time to visit the edges of the desert. The daytime temperatures are manageable for tours and camping. Avoid the desert in mid-summer due to life-threatening heat.