The World's Coolest Passport Stamps

Though not technically a country, this continent is managed by more than 50 nations. There’s no official passport stamp, but visitors can get souvenir ones at the various scientific stations based there.

Given that fact that only about 1,500 tourists are allowed to visit the secret country each year, getting one of these on your passport is something pretty special. To get access, you must book a tour with approved companies—and you’ll receive your stamp upon entry.

Though this UNESCO World Heritage site is located in Peru, visitors can receive an additional special stamp in their passports at the entrance of the Incan ruins. What better way to mark the hiking feat?

No, that’s not a typo. With 58 characters, this village in Wales has the longest place name in Europe, and second in the world. The novelty stamp is available in the James Pringle Weavers shop.

This island located in the South Atlantic Ocean is considered the most remote, inhabited isle in the world. There’s no airport, so visitors have to take a five-day boat ride from the nearest point in South Africa before getting the coveted stamp.

Considered a micro-nation, this spot is located on the northern Mediterranean coast of Israel and is only 2.5 acres. There are only two residents, but they have the their own passport stamp.

It’s not the hardest stamp to get a hold of, but it’s certainly unique. This destination located in central Italy is the world’s oldest, smallest republic.

Now that Cuba’s borders are a bit more relaxed for Americans, there will likely be a larger influx of visitors. But, getting into Guantanamo Bay still remains elusive. Only those with military business are allowed.

If you make it to the South Pole, you deserve a stamp. It's obviously not a country, but ambitious trekkers can get a commemorative passport stam at Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station nonetheless.

This passport stamp is just downright adorable. Sir Turtle was created by Suzy Soto in 1963 and still greets visitors today.