Earth is the most beautiful planet in the solar system, and perhaps in the entire universe. The nature of our planet surprises with its beauty, bright colors, unique views 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 never leave the pages of fashion guidebooks. But there are places that can rarely be found in such literature.
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. His greatness was so strong that the best minds and masters of antiquity flocked to Bagan. Thanks to them, Buddhist temples and other beautiful buildings were built.
Only a few of them have survived to this day. The most significant structure of these is the Shwezigon Golden Pagoda. It was built in 1057 on the site indicated by a white elephant carrying a bandage, a tooth and a rib of Buddha. These same relics are still kept in the temple.
Other attractions of Bagan must also be included in the photos of the most beautiful and amazing places in the world: the temples of Ananda, Htilo-Minlo, Shweleikto and the Bu-paya pagoda.
Colored rocks of Zhangye Danxia (China)
The most amazing places on the planet can be built by man or nature. Colored rocks, which are located in the Chinese province of Gansu, are natural formations of multi-colored sandstones. Recent research shows that more than 100 million years ago there was an ocean here. The silt colored the sandstone and made the rock formations look so original.
Today, the Danxia mountain peaks near the town of Zhangye are included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. So that tourists can admire the views of these mountains, local residents have built many boardwalks and paths with which you can walk between these amazing mountain peaks.
Yusupov Palace (Russia)
But, let's return to man-made miracles. In any almanac of the most beautiful places in the world you will find such an architectural monument as the Yusupov Palace. It is located in the very heart of St. Petersburg on the Moika River. Built in the 18th century for the niece of Peter the Great, Princess Praskovye, 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 site of the murder of Grigory Rasputin.
Li River (China)
Another beautiful place in China is the Li River. This is one of the most picturesque water bodies on our planet. Starting as a small stream in the Mao'er Mountains, it runs like a "silk ribbon" through the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region of China. Locals call this river Lijiang. It is recognized as the cleanest river in the Middle Kingdom. Its main attribute is the majestic karst giants. They were formed with the help of water and wind over many centuries. These mountain formations have poetic names and attract tourists from many countries of the world with their beauty.
You can enjoy the beauty of the Lijiang River by taking a cruise ship or using the service of local gondoliers.
Monastic complex of Meteora (Greece)
There are many amazing places in our world. If we talk about architectural monuments, then most of them are in Greece. This country, which became the founder of modern Europe, is proud of its legendary “ruins”. But the monasteries of Meteora are no less popular. Their main feature is their amazing location: they crown the high peaks of the mountains of Thessaly.
Christian hermits hid in the mountains from Albanians, Turks and ordinary robbers. Over time, students gathered around them, who built monasteries for themselves and their teachers, amazingly beautiful and reminiscent of the nests of huge birds. The word "Meteora" is translated as "floating in the air."
Volcano Erebus (Antarctica)
One of the most interesting places in the world is the Erebus volcano. It is famous for the fact that on its territory you can see a lake made of real lava. This natural phenomenon is unique. The volcano was named after the ship of the James Clark Ross expedition, which discovered it a natural phenomenon. The glow of this volcano attracts everyone who travels to Ross Lake. He is unique business card Antarctica.
Rice Terraces (Philippines)
The list of the most interesting places in the world must be continued with the rice terraces of the Philippines. They are even called the eighth miracle of counting. And this is not surprising. These man-made gardens were built by the ancestors of modern local residents more than 2000 years ago. The plowed, multi-level fields not only fed the Ifuago people, but were also an excellent defensive structure.
Union of Fire and Ice (Kamchatka - Russia)
When talking about interesting places on Earth, one cannot ignore Kamchatka. On the territory of this peninsula you can find 28 active and 160 extinct volcanoes. If you want to climb fire-breathing mountains, watch salmon spawn and see the largest bears in the world, then be sure to go and temper your spirit with the help of Kamchatka. The amazing nature of this place is conducive to hiking, extreme and sea tourism.
Death Valley (USA)
Another natural monument is Death Valley. It must be included in all lists of interesting places in the world. We won’t miss this unique place either. Formed many thousands of years ago at the bottom of the sea, this valley amazes with its natural phenomena. There are literally stones walking here. Leaving bizarre traces on the petrified silt. But, if you decide to come here, you need to prepare for intense heat. During the day, the thermometer here rarely drops below 50 degrees.
Guam Gorge (Russia)
The gorge is located in the upper reaches of the Kurdzhips River in the Krasnodar Territory. The natural beauty of this gorge attracts tourists here all year round. But here you can not only contemplate the magnificent flora and fauna, but also extreme tourism. Rock climbing is especially well developed in the Gumsky Gorge.
Beach with caves near Algarve (Portugal)
One of the most amazing places in the world, undoubtedly, are the Portuguese caves, which are located in the southernmost province of the country of port wine and the birthplace of Cristiano Ronaldo. The most famous of them is the Algarve de Benagil cave. It is called the most beautiful cave in the world. Wind and sea water– these two creators created a magnificent example of one of best places for traveling around the world.
Sagano Bamboo Grove (Japan)
Many of us associate the beauty of the Land of the Rising Sun with cherry blossoms. In this country, special tours are even created with the help of which you can observe the alternate flowering of this plant in all provinces of Japan. But another, no less popular symbol of Japan is the Sagano Bamboo Forest. Looking through photos of the most beautiful and amazing places in the world, you will definitely find several images of a picturesque grove of evergreen bamboos.
These majestic plants make sounds when the wind blows, reminiscent of the popular wind chimes. This beautiful park was created in the 14th century at the behest of the monk Muso Soseki.
The nature of Sokotora seems like a setting for science fiction films. Charming vegetation, many examples of which are found only on this island, divine beaches and silence. This is exactly what you need for happiness and a serene paradise holiday.
Lake Baskunchak (Russia)
It is called the saltiest lake in the world. In terms of salinity, Baskunchak exceeds the famous Dead Sea. This reservoir is located in the Akhtubinsky district of the Astrakhan region. Not far from this lake is the Baskunchak Cave. Its one and a half kilometer length attracts speleologists.
Descriptions and photographs of unusual, mysterious and amazing places on our planet.
Semuc Champey (the name from the Mayan language translates as “where the river is hidden under the stones”) is the most beautiful natural attraction in Guatemala, formed by the Caabon River, passing through a 300-meter limestone bridge (of natural origin) and forming several natural pools with a depth of 1 to 3 meters. You can swim in these pools, and if you sit on a stone and put your feet in the water, then in just a few seconds you will begin to receive free massage and peeling from the small fish that live in these reservoirs. This is an extremely pleasant feeling, I liked it even more than directly swimming in a pond.
Semuc Champey is located in the deep jungle and remained unknown for a long time until it was accidentally discovered in the mid-50s of the last century. In 1999, the President of Guatemala declared Semuc Champey a natural monument.
Semuk Champey. View from the observation deck
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Mount Kailash is located in the highland valley of Tibet in southwest China. This sacred land is full of mysteries and mysticism. It is here that pilgrims come from all over the world to perform the kora - a ritual circumambulation around Kailash.
Prohodna is the highest cave in Bulgaria. It is located 2 km from the village of Karlukovo in the valley of the Iskar River and is part of the Iskar-Panega geopark. This amazing karst cave is a natural rock bridge 262 meters long and 15 to 25 meters wide. It has two entrances, Big and Small, between which there is a path.
The height of the arch of the large entrance is 45 meters: this is a favorite place for fans of extreme jumps. In addition, the cave is very popular among rock climbers. In the vicinity of Prohodna there are sports routes that are considered one of the most difficult in Bulgaria.
main feature Prohodny - two through holes in the rock shaped like human eyes. Locals call them "God's Eyes" and sometimes "Devil's Eyes." These “windows” provide natural light in the cave and captivate tourists with their amazing symmetry. But the “Eyes of God” make a special impression in rainy weather, when real tears seem to flow from them.
Bryce Canyon National Park is located in the state of Utah (USA). This amazing natural site is known throughout the world for its beauty and unique marine geology. It is a gigantic amphitheater of rocky peaks varied in structure.
New Zealand- a beautiful country proud of its picturesque landscapes. However, its main attractions are not only on the surface - it is just as beautiful underground. Proof of this is the famous Waitomo region, which lies on one of the largest islands of the state. It is famous for its impressive limestone caves, which are amazing in themselves, but what makes them even more special are the numerous fireflies that choose these underground labyrinths as their home. Thousands of tiny insects emit phosphorescent light, creating surreal light installations.
The picturesque island community of Burano in the northern lagoon Italian city Venice can rightfully be called one of the most colorful places on planet Earth. In addition to its skilled lace-makers, it is famous for its bright, colorful buildings. Interestingly, each building is assigned a specific color, for which homeowners receive permission from local authorities. The condition of cartoon houses and the saturation of the shade are carefully monitored, if necessary, refreshing the lost brightness of their appearance. According to legend, it was the bright colors of the facades that from ancient times showed Buran fishermen the way home.
The small village, located on one of the 400 Shengxi Islands located east of the Chinese province of Zhejiang, has been abandoned by people for decades, but every year it increasingly attracts the attention of tourists. After the town, famous for its fishing, was abandoned by people who found more convenient ways to make money on the mainland, it began to disappear under the onslaught of local vegetation, turning into a kingdom of greenery. Plants are slowly consuming dilapidated stone buildings, demonstrating the power of nature and creating a truly fantastic spectacle. The quiet, picturesque area on China's east coast has not become a comfortable place for humans to live, but it has quickly become a cozy home for local flora and fauna. The transformation of the city is especially impressive considering the fact that residents only left it in the early 90s, and empty houses and broken windows are already completely merging with thriving greenery. Thus, the abandoned settlement gradually turns from ruins into a green jungle, which has already become a famous local landmark.
In cold Iceland, a land of snow, ice and unique natural attractions, there is always something to see and admire. Its main assets are represented by powerful fjords, volcanoes, waterfalls and, of course, glaciers, striking in their scale and beauty. In their depths, as if in the castle of the Snow Queen, something even more magnificent lurks - ice caves. The most amazing of them are concentrated in the southern part of the giant Vatnajokull glacier, which has the status of the largest in Europe and the third largest in the entire globe after the glaciers of Antarctica and Greenland. Its area is 8133 km², which is 8% of the entire territory of the island. The ice thickness is on average 400 meters, and the maximum reaches 1000 meters. Vatnajökull is part of the largest in Europe with the same name national park.
Yosemite National Park in California has an impressive natural feature called Horsetail Fall. Behind this unusual name lies an ordinary seasonal waterfall, falling from the eastern side of the El Capitan mountain range in winter and early spring. The most interesting things begin to happen in these parts at the end of February. For just a few days a year, park visitors have the opportunity to see a rare event- transformation of an ordinary water stream into a fiery waterfall, reminiscent of lava erupting from a volcano. In fact, this natural phenomenon is visual illusion, the secret of which is hidden in the reflection of the rays of the setting sun at a certain angle and under favorable weather conditions. The luminary, blazing with fiery reflections in the water flowing from the mountain, creates truly apocalyptic landscapes. The unusual effect lasts only a few minutes, but travelers and hunters for unique footage regularly gather near Mount El Capitan in order to see and capture the stunning illusion.
Blue Fields is an unusual photo project, similar to a beautiful fantasy of an artist, authored by Scottish photographer Simon Butterworth. The water bodies in western Australia captured using aerial photography look very surreal, as if these are not photographs at all, but watercolor paintings depicting abstract patterns. In fact, the pictures show ordinary artificial ponds from which a concentrated salt solution evaporates, leaving a harvest of salt. The salt fields reflecting the blue sky were captured by a photographer from an airplane at an altitude of about 1,500 meters near the abandoned town of Useless Loop, in Shark Bay, the westernmost point of mainland Australia.
Goats are known for their acrobatic skills and ability to maintain balance on sheer cliffs. However, that's it amazing abilities do not end there - in the kingdom of Morocco you can see an even more unusual sight: dozens of horned animals comfortably nest in the trees, like a flock of birds. They climb to the highest branches, like skilled tightrope walkers, where they engage in measured eating of green leaves and fruits.
As night falls, the beaches of some islands in the Maldives archipelago erupt with millions of glowing neon dots, as if the starry sky is falling on the shores of the Indian Ocean. The surreal picture does not appear through magic, but as a result of the life activity of microscopic organisms called bioluminescent phytoplankton. Blue glow is most common in the Maldives from around July to February, especially during the new moon, when the darkness of the sky helps microorganisms glow as brightly as possible. The amazing effect of bioluminescence can be seen in any of the atolls of the state, but the most enchanting “star” surf occurs on the island of Vaadhoo.
Beauty is considered a purely subjective concept, however, contemplating the most beautiful places in the world that nature has worked on, we can come to the realization of the fact that the real natural beauty that surrounds us should not go unnoticed. Traditional tourist routes Usually, even a small part of the world that is created thanks to the most talented “architects”, which are nature and time, is not covered. Detailed review amazing in terms of aesthetics and unique features landscape of places on the planet will make it possible to understand what is true beauty universe.
First place - Bolivia. The beauty of Lake Uyuni
Perhaps it’s worth starting our top with this unique salt lake, which occupies the largest 
area in the world. Many people call this Uyuni a place where time slows down. Surprising is the fact that the surface of the lake can be crossed on foot. During the rainy season, Uyuni undergoes some changes, eventually becoming a large-scale mirror square very beautiful view. At a distance of three kilometers from the city, which bears the same name, there is a cemetery, which was the last stop for a large number of steam locomotives, which in the old days served as Vehicle designed for transporting various minerals (they were mined in local mines).
The salt marsh surface represents a completely optimal alternative to the expanses of the ocean in terms of such important aspects, as checking and adjusting the operation of instruments designed to carry out the sensing process using satellites that are in earth orbit. The territory of the lake is occupied by entire islands, the main flora of which are cacti. This spectacle is incredibly controversial, but at the same time so amazing that it will definitely need to be captured with a camera.
Second place – Cinque Terre
A place called Cinque Terre is considered the most beautiful national park in Italy, which 
located in the eastern part of the Riviera. Such a picturesque place as Cinque Terre is filled with the spirit of the Middle Ages in Italy. The territory is occupied by about five small villages, architectural features which are presented in the form of protective buildings erected back in the days when pirate raids were often carried out in this area. A reliable level of land protection was ensured thanks to the rocky coastline, which combines unforgettable beauty and serious danger at the same time.
Such a beautiful corner is filled with romance. Tourists can see many rocky beaches and narrow paths. One such trail is called the “road of love”, and there are also many legends associated with it, which feature the most noble and temperamental representatives of Europe.
Third place - Pamukkale
Now, perhaps, it is worth turning to the southwestern part of Turkey, which is characterized by a unique and 
a magnificent geological phenomenon - calcareous tuff, or rather the rocky terrain created on the basis of this natural material. This place is the main source of streams that cascade down massive stone steps. Many waterfalls and unique pools are formed here, characterized by unusual origin. Cotton castle - this is the poetic name given to the amazing landscape by the residents themselves. The thermal springs and natural terraces of Pamukkale, located at the foot of the mountains, create a superb view that attracts many tourists to the area every year. This picture appears to be a storehouse of water, saturated with a large amount of calcium, against the general background of an excellent landscape, which is represented in white tones.
Fourth place – Yunnan rice terraces
Another simply stunningly beautiful place on the planet is the territory of rice fields, 
which is located in China. This area is located in the mountainous regions of the province called Yunnan. The extent of the terraces is characterized by several tens of kilometers, exactly repeating the bend general relief. The general uniqueness of this area lies in the basic nature of the ecological type system, which was formed in an independent way. Rice is planted when February comes, because during this period the soil is renewed thanks to the mountain mines. The beginning of the autumn period is considered the time when residents begin to harvest. The tourism season begins at the end of autumn, continuing until spring. It is during this time period that natural terraces become the main object of tourist attention, striking primarily with the mirror type of surface that reflects the rays of the sun, while creating a beautiful color spectrum.
Fifth place - the beauty of the blue hole in Belize
The central part of the atoll (one of the many objects belonging to the coral barrier 
reef near the coast of Belize) is represented by the most beautiful landscape - a blue hole, which appears in the form of a cave disappearing somewhere in the depths. This natural phenomenon is very common, but this particular abyss has particularly incredible dimensions (the depth level is about one hundred and twenty meters, and the diameter of the cave is about three hundred meters). Extreme divers are especially attracted to this place. A deep-sea cave can become a real paradise for people who have turned diving into the real meaning of life. Jacques Cousteau carried out large-scale research here, which brought enormous popularity to this area in the future.
Sixth place - beautiful views of the Arizona wave
Near the border separating the states of Arizona and Utah, there is a plateau on which there are 
sand rocks incredible beautiful shape, which are called waves because of the funny uneven shapes and colors with high degree saturation. In order to get to this amazing place, professional photographers have to go through a difficult journey: there is no smooth road in such an area. The creation of the unique structure of the magnificent landscape took place over a long period of time through the transformation of dunes from sand into hard rock.
Seventh place - features of Jiuzhaigou National Park
In the southeast of China is the territory of Sichuan Province, which attracts a huge number of 
tourists. And all thanks to the beautiful Jiuzhaigou Nature Reserve, which occupies the server of the region. It is a unique natural site under the strictest protection. Waterfalls and lakes in large numbers are hidden from curious tourists by the mountain ranges of Tibet. These waters are called colored because they contain a special composition.
Not every person is able to get to this reserve, however, not so long ago, the mountainous region acquired an airport, providing the opportunity to get to this area directly from Shanghai. In order for tourists to feel maximum comfort in this area, local workers improved the trails in the mountains.
In the old days, the area was occupied by nine separate settlements.
Eighth place – Features of Plitvice Lakes
The territory of Croatia, which is considered very mysterious and 
colorful edge. First of all, I would like to address the Plitvice Lakes, which are located in a large national state park. The nature of the surrounding nature creates a mystical atmosphere. The park is surrounded by very dense impenetrable forests, which locals call the “Devil's Forest.”
Almost each of the sixteen lakes is located within a mountain valley. There is a connection between them, which is why, thanks to the purest mountain streams, grandiose noisy fountains are formed. From year to year there are more and more waterfalls, because the water causes destruction to the limestone rocks. The total area of the water area is about two square kilometers. The location of the waterfalls themselves is observed at different levels. Thanks to the reservoirs, two picturesque complexes are formed - the Upper Lakes and the Lower Lakes.
Ninth place - Features of the Valley of 10 Peaks. Canada
Canada is considered a harsh land, but incredibly attractive due to the beauty of the “cold” 
nature. There is one beautiful place here, standing out for its incredible natural beauty, which is called the valley of “10 peaks”, which is located right at the very foot of 10 mountains, bearing the same name Vekchkemna. This area is located not so far from the famous Moraine Lake, which is of glacial origin. In this area, workers have laid out hiking trails in a very large number, which provide an opportunity to give a real assessment of the local attraction. There is one mountain that has a very fancy name - “twenty dollars”, because for some time an image of an identical nature was imprinted on the surface of a bill that has the same denomination.
Tenth place – impressive views of Mount Roraima
The beautiful mountain is a kind of symbol characterizing the neighborhood of states 
South America - Venezuela and Brazil. Roraima represents mountain ranges, located in a very long chain, which rise directly above the wilds of the great Amazon. This area gained great popularity at the time when Conan Doyle’s novel appeared, which told about a time era when our planet was inhabited by dinosaurs who chose mountain ranges as a safe haven. Thanks to the unusual landscape and unique atmosphere, this territory creates a character of complete detachment from the real world around us, representing an inexhaustible source of inspiration for many literary figures.
Eleventh place - the territory of the Maldives
A huge archipelago containing many (more than 1000) small islands, considered 
separately a real tourist paradise, located in the Indian Ocean. Water with a turquoise tint, an area of sandy white beaches, exotic fruits - all this great diversity is contained in the Maldives. This area is considered ideal and simply heavenly to spend winter or summer holidays here, have active fun or spend a honeymoon.
Here anyone can go diving and bring this type of leisure to perfection, because the level of visibility under the water surface is almost perfect. You can also visit individual uninhabited islands, which can be perfect for solitude and romantic dates.
There are many places on our planet, when contemplating which a storm of enthusiastic exclamations involuntarily breaks out, and a dreamy smile appears on your face.
Some of these places were created by people using modern technologies, but there are also those whose formation occurred in an absolutely natural way - by the forces of nature and certain climatic conditions. There are such places in different parts of the world, and traveling to them can be the ultimate dream for each of us.
Beauty record holders of the Land of the Rising Sun
Hitachi National Seaside Park, which was established in 1991 on the site of a former military base, can rightfully be considered a striking, exemplary example of an original landscape. The area of the park is 120 hectares, and a great variety of the most striking representatives of the flora grow on its territory: poppies, nemophila, tulips, sakura, forget-me-nots, daffodils, lilies. The most amazing and incredibly beautiful thing here is the change of flower cover in accordance with the changing seasons.
The Japanese are proud of another truly heavenly place in their country - a bamboo forest in Kyoto called Sagano. The picturesque alley of thousands of trees is an original, truly amazing picture.
Orderly bamboo thickets covering an area of 16 square kilometers have a rather attractive feature - the wind seems to play gentle, soothing musical melodies on the bamboo stems. The forest is one of hundreds of places included in the state's officially protected landmarks.
Takinoue Park is considered a real kingdom of shibazakura or pink moss flowers. The smallest pink flowers are planted on an area of 100 thousand square meters, creating the impression that the traveler has found himself in an amazing land of fairy fairies.
An equally amazing landmark of Japan is the surreal wisteria tunnel. The Wisteria Tunnel is located in a garden located in the city of Kitakuyushu. Wisteria vines gently fall from all sides, tightly entwining the frame of the tunnel. Multi-colored thickets make an impression full picture surreal direction, creating a fabulous, magical atmosphere.
Vibrant landscapes of modern China
In China, perhaps the most popular beach is the Panjin Red Beach, located about 25 kilometers from the city of the same name. The beach is called red because of the many small algae, thanks to which by autumn it becomes as if covered with a bright red dense carpet.
Only a small part of the beach is publicly accessible to tourists, and its main territory is considered a protected area.
The Canola flower fields are a picturesque and eye-catching place in China. Every spring, Yunnan province in the east turns into a yellow sea of flowers, attracting numerous visitors. At this time, rapeseed flowers (canola) are in full bloom here, turning ordinary fields into vibrant works of art.
In Yuanjiajie Park there is a non-trivial, bright corner created by nature. This is Mount Tianji, located at an altitude of 1250 meters above sea level. In good weather, from the top of the mountain you can see stunning surrounding landscapes, including almost 2 thousand other mountain peaks. There is also an original bridge called “Connecting Hearts”.
Gansu Province is famous for its colorful Zhangye Danxia Cliffs, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010. Scattered ridges of rocks, painted in different colors of the rainbow, contain a large number of isolated caves in their depths.
Scientific research has proven that previously there were water pools, which dried up during global cataclysms and left such a multi-colored trace. Now there are many boardwalk tourist routes here.
Aesthetically strict Germany
The city of Bonn can be called an isolated landmark in Germany. Being one of the most major cities, Bonn consists entirely of small streets, which contain a large number of historical and architectural monuments.
Elector's Castle, Cathedral, Old Town Hall - these and many other buildings make up a rich historical heritage of world class. The city is also located big number museums, there is even a whole museum quarter.
The Black Forest of the Black Forest is another pride of Germany, located in the south of the country. This forest can be called a separate estate with its own natural infrastructure and the presence of the most striking representatives of flora and fauna. The Danube originates here and there are numerous lakes and waterfalls. In addition, the Black Forest was quite successfully and colorfully described in the works of the brothers Grimm and Wilhelm Hauff, who populated it with witches and magical creatures.
The most presentable corners of the world space
Salar de Uyuni or Uyuni salt marsh is called the largest and beautiful lake in the world. It is located almost 4 thousand meters above sea level. The area of the dried salt lake is more than 10 thousand square kilometers, and the thickness of the salt layer at its bottom is from 2 to 8 meters.
The surface of the lake is perfectly flat, so after each rainfall the lake turns into an amazingly beautiful mirror.
In addition to being a productive source of salt, Uyuni is also a scientifically important site, used by astronauts to test and calibrate remote sensing instruments on modern satellites.
The beauty of Mexico
When drilling the Nike mine in Mexico, at a depth of almost 300 meters, the Crystal Cave was discovered. The length of the largest selenite crystals reaches 10 meters, which is why they are called the largest on the planet.
The cave is currently closed to general access, as descending into it is extremely dangerous without appropriate preparation and equipment.
Amazing places in Vietnam
An equally famous cave is Son Doong - the largest cave in the world, located in Vietnam. Local residents discovered a unique natural phenomenon back in 1991, and it was discovered for the whole world by researchers in 2009.
The volume of the cave is 38.5 million cubic meters, and it has already formed its own natural resources and even a separate climate.
Tunnel of Love in Ukraine
This is a portal to fairy world looks like the Ukrainian “Tunnel of Love”, located in Ukraine - in the small town of Klevan.
The green crowns of trees close over the abandoned railway create a peaceful picture. There is a belief that the wishes of lovers made here will surely come true.
The Indescribable Beauty of Alaska
The Mendenhall Glacier Caves in Alaska are considered to be a spectacular creation of nature. During the melting of the Mendenhall Glacier, caves gradually form, in which cracks are created with the help of meltwater.
Over time, the cracks transform into separate passages. The unearthly beauty attracts the attention of not only naturalists and tourists from all over the world, but also numerous photographers. Crystal caves can dissolve within two years, and the most persistent ones, ten years old, are created in motionless layers of ice.
How Holland will captivate you
Holland is a country of flowers, and spring fields of colorful tulips attract the attention of visitors from all over the world. From March to the end of May, an exhibition is held that gathers a huge number of people in Koenenhof Park.
A huge carpet of 17.5 thousand hectares represents many species and varieties of not only tulips, but also other representatives of the flower world.
America will surprise you not only with money
Lots of picturesque sandy cliffs where you can watch big size the cracks, illuminated by the original subdued light, create all the prerequisites for multiple visits. This is the result of centuries of exposure to water and wind and is called Antelope Canyon.
The best time to visit the canyon is considered to be autumn and spring, and during heavy rains a visit can even be dangerous. The canyon consists of two parts – the Upper and Lower Antelope Canyon, for which separate tourist routes have been developed.
Unique pink lake in Sinegal
Retba (or Pink Lake) is located approximately 30 kilometers from Dakar in Senegal and has a maximum depth of 3 meters. The channel that once connected the lagoon to the ocean was filled with sand due to constant tides, after which a peculiar bowl of approximately 3 square kilometers in area was formed.
After the drought of the 70s and thanks to the presence of cyanobacteria, the water in the lake turned bright pink. The amazingly picturesque place attracts many tourists, and the excess salt allows you to stay on the surface under any conditions.
France - bright lavender fields
One of the striking attractions of Provence in France is its lavender fields.
The artistic landscape is distinguished by a riot of different shades of purple, and especially for the constant influx of tourists, lavender roads have been laid here, crossing cozy villages and farms. Lavender blooms from June to the end of August.
No less bright and attractive are the lavender fields in the UK - in Banstead or Kent.
Amazing Mount Roraima
A unique place on our planet is the location at the junction of Brazil, Guyana and Venezuela “tepui” - the table mountain of Roraima. It is the highest mountain in the area, with its highest peak reaching 2810 meters.
The Roraima plateau is 31 square kilometers, and optimal protection is created by the 400-meter cliffs surrounding the mountain. Unique plant species grow on the plateau, and the fabulous view of the surrounding landscape is created by numerous waterfalls and clouds constantly swirling above the top.
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1. Machu Picchu, Peru
Machu Picchu, recognized as one of the New Wonders of the World, is located in modern Peru, on the top of a mountain range at an altitude of 2450 meters above sea level. It is called the “city in the sky” or “city among the clouds”, sometimes called the “lost city of the Incas”. Some archaeologists believe that the city was created as a sacred mountain retreat by the great Inca ruler Pachacutec around 1440, and functioned until 1532, when the Spanish invaded the Inca Empire. In 1532, all its inhabitants mysteriously disappeared.
2. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is one of the six largest mosques in the world. Named after Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan al-Nahyan, the founder and first president of the United Arab Emirates. Unlike many other Muslim temples, everyone is allowed into it, regardless of faith.
3. Taj Mahal, Agra, India
The Taj Mahal Mausoleum is one of the most recognizable landmarks not only in India but throughout the world. The structure was built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died during childbirth. The Taj Mahal is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in the world and also a symbol of eternal love.
4. Mezquita, Cordoba, Spain
Walls decorated with intricate patterns, mosaic ornaments, hundreds of thin openwork columns - this is how the Cathedral Mosque of Cordoba appears today. Many centuries ago, there was an ancient Roman temple on this site, then it was replaced by a Visigothic church, and in 785 the Mezquita appeared. It became the second most important mosque on the planet, and the pilgrimage to Cordoba was even equated to the obligatory hajj to Mecca for every Muslim. But then the Catholics replaced the Moors, and Mezquita was turned into a Christian temple.
5. St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican, Italy
The heart of the Vatican and the entire Catholic world, St. Peter's Basilica is one of the main attractions of Rome. Here you can view ancient Rome from a bird's eye view, admire the interior of the cathedral from the top of the dome, celebrate Mass and even receive the blessing of the pontiff.
6. Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Cambodia
The Cambodian temple Angkor Wat is the largest religious building ever created, the history of which goes back almost 9 centuries. Even its name speaks about the monumentality of the temple complex, because Angkor Wat literally translates as Temple City. It covers an area of 200 hectares and is surrounded by a moat 190 meters wide. This colossal structure is dedicated to the god Vishnu, revered in this area.
7. Bayon Temple Complex, Siem Reap, Cambodia
Bayon is one of the most amazing temples located on the territory of Angkor Thom and was its religious center. The “highlight” of Bayon are the towers with many faces carved from stone, silently looking from above over the vast territory of Angkor Thom, and during the heyday of the state, over the entire Khmer Empire. Initially, there were 54 towers, which symbolized the 54 provinces under the rule of the king. Today, only about 37 towers remain.
8. Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ on the Blood, St. Petersburg, Russia
The Cathedral of the Resurrection of Christ, better known as the Church of the Savior on Blood, became the only Russian attraction on Trip Advisor's list. The Savior on Spilled Blood attracts tourists from all over the world not only with the splendor of its domes and interiors, but also with its unusual history, which has given rise to many legends and speculations. Many of them are related to the fact that the temple was erected on the spot where on March 1, 1881, the Narodnaya Volya member I. Grinevitsky mortally wounded Alexander II, who was popularly called the Tsar Liberator for the abolition of serfdom.
9. Gettysburg National Military Park, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania
10. Walls of the old city, Dubrovnik, Croatia
In 1979, UNESCO declared Dubrovnik's Old Town a World Heritage Site, including a significant portion of the city's ancient walls. They surround the city on all four sides and house a venerable collection historical monuments, including towers, fortresses, churches, monasteries, squares and streets, schools, museums and galleries. Built for defensive purposes, these stone walls have protected its citizens since the founding of Dubrovnik in the 6th century.
11. Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon, Myanmar
Shwedagon Pagoda is the tallest spiritual building in Myanmar, or, as it is also called, the Land of Pagodas. The entire complex of the giant pagoda occupies more than five hectares of land, on which, in addition to the main structure, there are many smaller spiers and countless sculptures of mythical and real animals : golden griffins and elephants, dragons and lions. The Shwedagon Pagoda became what it is today in the 15th century, during the reign of Queen Shinsobu. It was then that the gigantic temple was finally given the shape of an inverted begging bowl and sheathed in gold from top to bottom.
12. Lincoln Memorial and Reflecting Pool, Washington, DC
The Lincoln Memorial is a majestic temple made in the ancient Greek style and somewhat reminiscent of the Parthenon. It is supported by 36 white marble columns, representing the number of states that belonged to the United States at the time of President Lincoln's death. In the center of the temple is a statue of the world's most respected American president sitting in a chair. Its height is 5.79 meters.
13. Ancient City of Petra, Petra/Wadi Musa, Jordan
In the heart of Jordan, in the Wadi Musa valley, deep in the sandy mountains is located amazing city antiquity of Peter. Petra was originally a temporary refuge for the nomadic Nabatean tribes. From several fortified rock caves, it gradually grew into a large fortified city. There is only one way to get to the city - through the narrow Siq gorge, which was once the bed of a mountain stream. Petra still belongs to the Bedouins, who warmly welcome guests to their land.
14. Section of the Great Wall of China Mutianyu, Beijing, China
On no other section of the Great Chinese wall restoration work was not carried out as well as at the Mutianyu site. This site, with 22 watchtowers that have retained their original appearance, is a true architectural masterpiece. The phrase Mutianyu from Chinese is translated as “a valley in which you can admire the views of the fields.” Among all the sections of the Great Wall of China, Mutianyu is the longest fully restored section open to tourists.
15. Ancient city of Ephesus, Selcuk, Türkiye
The largest and best preserved ancient city on the shores of the Aegean Sea and second in importance after Pompeii in the Mediterranean, ancient Ephesus is the most visited attraction in Turkey. Legends connect the appearance of the city with the name of Androcles, the son of the ruler of Athens, Codra, who, on the advice of an oracle, arrived in these places to found the temple of Artemis. The city got its name from the Amazon Ephesia, Androcles' lover.
16. Alhambra, Spain
The Alhambra (Arabic: Al Hamra - literally "Red Castle") is an ancient palace and fortress of the Moorish rulers of the province of Granada in southern Spain. The castle occupies the top of a rocky plateau on the southeastern border of Granada. The name Alhambra probably comes from the color of the sun-dried clay or bricks from which the castle walls are made. However, some historians suggest that the name came from the “red flame of torches” that illuminated the many years of construction of the castle, which went on around the clock.
17. Australian War Memorial, Canberra, Australia
The Australian War Memorial is the main memorial dedicated to the memory of soldiers killed during the First and Second World Wars. Today it is considered one of the most significant monuments of its kind in the world. The memorial is located near the Parliament building, from the balcony of which a 360-degree panorama of the monument opens.
18. Siena Cathedral, Siena, Italy
According to the chronicles, in early XIII century, the inhabitants of the city-state of Siena, which acted as the main competitor and adversary of Florence, “called upon their leaders to build a temple more magnificent than that of their neighbors.” So, between 1215 and 1263, on the site of the old temple, the Duomo of Siena was founded according to the plan of the Gothic master Niccolo Pisano. Today this majestic temple is the main attraction of the city.
19. Milan Cathedral (Duomo), Milan, Italy
The most important place in Milan is the Cathedral of Santa Maria Nascente (Duomo), a pearl of Italian Gothic architecture, which was built from 1386 to early XIX century. The third largest Catholic church on the planet can easily be considered one of the wonders of the world. Its hundred-meter spiers tower over the center of Milan, and the golden statue of the Madonna on the longest spire (four meters high) is visible from many parts of the city.
20. Sagrada Familia, Barcelona, Spain
The Basilica of the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona is one of the most famous long-term construction projects in the world: its construction began almost 150 years ago and continues to this day. Although Antonio Gaudi initially had nothing to do with the construction of this temple, a year after the start of work he headed this project. Gaudi built the temple for 30 years until he died. The reason for such a long construction period is that the Sagrada Familia is built solely on donations from parishioners.
25. Sydney Opera House, Sydney, Australia
Sydney Opera theatre- one of the most recognizable buildings in the world. Its architect was the Dane Jorn Utzon. Having designed the original roofs, somewhat reminiscent of shells, he gave Sydney a magnificent gift - a symbol of the city. Today, every tourist planning to visit Australia must include an excursion to the majestic opera house in his travel itinerary.