Earth is the most beautiful planet in the solar system, or perhaps the entire universe. The nature of our planet surprises by its beauty, bright colors, unique species and diverse landscape. Beautiful caves and golden beaches, beautiful forests and majestic mountains make up the beauty of the earth. Some of the corners of our planet do not leave the pages of fashionable guidebooks. But, there are places that are rarely found in such literature.
Bagan (Myanmar)
We open our review with the symbol of the mysterious Myanmar, the ancient city of Bagan. It is called the City of a Thousand Pagodas. This place was the capital of the Bagan Kingdom. Its greatness was so strong that the best minds and masters of antiquity aspired to Bagan. Thanks to them, Buddhist temples and other beautiful structures were built.
Only some of them have survived to this day. The most significant of these is the Golden Pagoda of Shwezigon. It was built in 1057 on the spot indicated by the white elephant carrying the bandage, tooth and rib of the Buddha. These same relics are kept in the temple to this day.
The photos of the most beautiful and amazing places in the world should definitely include the other sights of Bagan: the temples of Ananda, Htilo-Minlo, Shweleikto and Bu-paya Pagoda.
The Colored Rocks of Zhangye Dangxia (China)
The most amazing places on the planet can be built by human hands or by nature. Colored rocks, which are located in China’s Gansu province, are natural formations, made of multicolored sandstone. The latest research shows that more than 100 million years ago there was an ocean here. The silt stained the sandstone and made the rock formations so original.
Today, the Danxia Mountains near the town of Zhangye are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. To allow tourists to admire the views of these mountains, locals have built many boardwalks and paths that can be used to walk between these amazing mountain peaks.
Yusupovsky Palace (Russia)
But, back to man-made wonders. In any almanac of the most beautiful places in the world you will find such a monument of architecture as the Yusupov Palace. It is located in the heart of St. Petersburg on the Moika River. Built in the 18th century for Peter the Great’s niece, Princess Praskovya, it only came into the possession of the Yusupovs in 1830. But, since then, he has been associated only with this legendary surname. This palace is the place where Grigory Rasputin was murdered.
Li River (China)
Another beautiful place in China is the Li River. It is one of the most picturesque water bodies on our planet. Beginning as a small stream in the Mao’er Mountains, it runs as a “silk ribbon” through the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region of China. The locals call this river Lijiang. It is recognized as the cleanest river in the Middle Kingdom. Its main attribute are the majestic karst giants. They were formed by water and wind over many centuries. These mountain formations have poetic names and attract tourists from all over the world with their beauty.
You can enjoy the beauty of the Lijiang River by cruise ship or by using the service of local “gondoliers”.
Meteora Monastery Complex (Greece)
There are many amazing places in our world. If we talk about architectural monuments, there are more of them in Greece. This country, which was the ancestor of modern Europe, is proud of its legendary “ruins. But no less popular are the monasteries of Meteora. Their main feature is their amazing location: they crown the high peaks of the Thessaly Mountains.
Christian hermits hid in the mountains from Albanians, Turks, and common brigands. In time, disciples would gather around them and build for themselves and their teachers amazingly beautiful monasteries resembling the nests of huge birds. The word “Meteora” translates as “floating in the air.
Volcano Erebus (Antarctica)
One of the most interesting places in the world is volcano Erebus. It is famous for the fact that on its territory you can observe the lake of real lava. This natural phenomenon is unique. The volcano was named after the expedition ship James Clark Ross, who discovered this natural phenomenon. The glow of this volcano attracts everyone who travels around Ross Lake. It is a kind of calling card of Antarctica.
Rice Terraces (Philippines)
The list of the most interesting places in the world should be continued with the rice terraces of the Philippines. They are even called the eighth wonder of counting. And that’s not surprising. These man-made gardens were erected by the ancestors of today’s locals more than 2,000 years ago. The plowed, tiered fields not only fed the Ifuago people, but were also an excellent defensive structure.
These interesting tourist spots today are particularly striking in their magnitude. And this despite the fact that the rice terraces were built without the use of modern technology. In fact, they were only built with manual labor. Since 1995, they have been protected by the UNESCO Foundation.
Lena Pillars (Russia)
Amazing places can be found in Russia. Due to the largest territory and a diverse landscape in our country, there are a lot of them. One of them is the Lena Pillars. They are located in the Khangalassky ulus of Yakutia.
Stone forest of steep cliffs is located on the right bank of the Lena. The majestic giants were formed by the harsh climate of Yakutia. A forest of such stone giants, some of which reach 100-200 meters, stretches for 40 km. The Lena Pillars are on the UNESCO list.
Horseshoe Caldera (Scotland)
One of the world’s most interesting places to travel is Scotland. This country has a majestic nature, much of which has been left untouched. And this is where you can find such a wonder of the world as the Horseshoe Caldera.
Calderas are majestic craters that are of volcanic origin. The Horseshoe Caldera, which is located in the valley of the Glencoe River, will impress even the most experienced tourist with its beauty.
Table Mountain Roraima (South America)
In a review of amazing places in the world, one cannot fail to include Mount Roraima. It is located at the junction of three South American states: Brazil, Guyana, and Venezuela. In this mountainous area, Roraima stands out not only for its “growth” but also for its amazing shape.
“Table Mountain” has long been considered a very mysterious place on our planet. Its first conquerors believed that due to its isolation they would find prehistoric animals there. Others believe that this is where alien ships landed. Roraima is an amazingly beautiful place, which is one of the top 50 natural attractions in the world.
Union of Fire and Ice (Kamchatka – Russia)
Talking about interesting places on Earth, you can’t ignore Kamchatka. On the territory of this peninsula can be found 28 active and 160 extinct volcanoes. If you want to climb fire-breathing mountains, watch salmon run to spawn and see the world’s largest bears, then be sure to go and temper your spirit with Kamchatka. The amazing nature of this place disposes to hiking, extreme and sea tourism.
Death Valley (USA)
Another natural monument is Death Valley. It is a must on all the lists of interesting places in the world. We will not bypass this unique place either. Formed many thousands of years ago at the bottom of the sea, this valley is striking in its natural phenomena. Here, literally, the stones are walking. Leaving bizarre traces on the fossilized silt. But if you decide to come here, you need to prepare for the intense heat. The thermometer is rarely below 50 degrees during the day.
Guam Gorge (Russia)
The gorge is located in the upper reaches of the river Kurdzhips in the Krasnodar region. The natural beauty of this gorge attracts tourists here all year round. But, here you can do not only to contemplate the magnificent flora and fauna, but also extreme tourism. Rock climbing is particularly well developed in the Gumsky Gorge.
Beach with caves near the Algarve (Portugal)
One of the most amazing places in the world is undoubtedly the Portuguese caves, which are located in the southernmost province of the country of port and home of Cristiano Ronaldo. The most famous of these is the Algarve de Benagil Cave. It has been called the most beautiful cave in the world. Wind and sea water – these two creators have created a magnificent example of one of the best travel destinations in the world.
Sagano Bamboo Grove (Japan)
Many of us associate the beauty of the Land of the Rising Sun with the blooming sakura. In this country they even create special tours, with the help of which you can observe the alternate flowering of this plant in all the provinces of Japan. But another, no less popular symbol of Japan is the Sagano Bamboo Forest. Looking through the photos of the most beautiful and amazing places in the world, you are sure to find there a few images of a picturesque grove of evergreen bamboos.
These majestic plants make sounds reminiscent of popular wind chimes when the wind blows. This beautiful park was created in the 14th century at the command of the monk Muso Soseki.
The Island of Happiness Socotra
The nature of Soktě seems like the setting for a sci-fi movie. Charming vegetation, many examples of which are present only on this island, divine beaches and silence. This is just what you need for happiness and a serene paradisiacal vacation.
Lake Baskunchak (Russia)
It is called the most salty lake in the world. In terms of salinity, Baskunchak exceeds the famous Dead Sea. This reservoir is located in the Akhtubinsk district of Astrakhan region. Not far from this lake is the Baskunchak Cave. Its one and a half kilometer length attracts tourists-spelaeologists.
