Originally posted by RobA_Oz That country could swallow up the unwary traveller. Thank you for an interesting series.
If you'd like to see country that can "swallow" people, look at the image I posted on the "scenics" thread this morning of Alaska. On the other hand, in that landscape a lone hiker could be spotted a long way off.
BTW: An enduring mystery. Family went missing while vacationing in Death Valley. Their vehicle was located, parked, empty, but no trace of the people has ever been found.
Also of interest. Way back several hundred Spanish "conquistador" soldiers went marching into the Amazon, heading toward the sea from a location inland. Hundreds of men with tons of equipment. Not a trace seen or found. "Bermuda Triangle" enthusiasts should love this tale.