In the past, people used to travel to see the differences from their home country. However, the sceneries in places around the world seem similar nowadays. What are the causes of these similarities? Do you think that the advantages of these similarities outweigh the disadvantages?

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In modern times, the landscapes in different parts of the world are becoming increasingly similar. In the past, travellers sought out destinations that were distinct from their own countries, but this is no longer the case.