Top 100 beautiful places in the world. The most unusual places on earth

Most of the people on our planet live according to a measured schedule, preferring the calm backwater of a family and boring work to new experiences and development. Well, to each his own. Nevertheless, we sincerely believe that there are a huge number of places on the planet so beautiful that everyone should see them, without exception. Seeing these photos, you might think that these places are on some other planets, in other galaxies, but not on Earth. Save this list for yourself - and who knows, maybe it will help you re-evaluate your priorities.

51. Great Blue Hole, Belize

Great Blue Hole, Belize

The Great Blue Hole in Belize is a circular karst funnel with a diameter of 305 meters, going to a depth of 120 meters. You can look at this miracle of nature either from a helicopter (the panorama is amazing), or from the inside (this is a popular place among divers). Jacques-Yves Cousteau included the Great Blue Hole in his list of 10 the best places in the world for diving.

52. Venice, Italy


Venice, Italy

The whole of Venice is one big attraction. As a rule, travelers are advised to visit the Rialto Bridge, see St. Mark's Cathedral, wander through the narrow streets, ride a gondola. And, of course, visit the famous carnival. It is a well-known fact that Venice is gradually sinking into the water, and perhaps soon only memories will remain of this splendor. So don't waste a minute.

53. Great Barrier Reef


Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef can be viewed from the air or diving in close proximity. Sea lovers will be delighted. If you don't like diving, it's okay - you can go to sea on a boat with a transparent bottom, so you can see with your own eyes a variety of fauna under water. The Great Barrier Reef is the world's largest coral reef. It includes 900 islands in the Coral Sea and about 3 thousand individual reefs.

54. Cathedral Cove, New Zealand


Cathedral Cove, New Zealand

Cathedral Bay is considered one of the most interesting sights of the Coromandel Peninsula, a famous tourist destination on the North Island of New Zealand. Pure water, White sand, beautiful rocks are the perfect place for a romantic picnic.

55. Shifen Waterfall, Taiwan


Shifen Waterfall, Taiwan

Shifen Waterfall locals called little Niagara because of the similar cascading shape. Shifen is located between two cliffs, so the roar of falling water can be heard for many kilometers. All slopes are covered with dense vegetation. Magnificent landscapes, a rainbow over the stream, unusual animals - that's what attracts tourists to this place.

56. Tulip fields, Netherlands


Tulip fields, Netherlands

From the end of March to the beginning of May, the whole of Holland is transformed. You will not see such a sea of ​​flowers anywhere else in the world. Huge squares are planted with tulips of all shades: pink, blue, red, yellow, green, purple ... It is worth seeing them, as well as windmills, cities with unique architecture, canals and much more. The Netherlands will not leave anyone indifferent.

57. Antelope Canyon, USA


Antelope Canyon, USA

Thanks to the bizarre shape of the rocks and soft lighting, Antelope Canyon is a favorite place for photographers. It got its name because of the unusual color of the striped rocks, they are somewhat reminiscent of the color of an antelope. You can visit the canyon only with a guide and only not during the rainy season: at this time there is a high risk of flooding.

58. Eiffel Tower, France


Eiffel Tower, France

As they say, see Paris and die. If you find yourself in this city, you will not be able to pass by the Eiffel Tower - a symbol not only of Paris, but of the whole of France. It can be seen from many points of the city, as the height of the structure is 325 meters. At night, the Eiffel Tower begins to shimmer with hundreds of colored lights. You can even climb it, however, you will have to pay a few euros for it. And, of course, be sure to take a picture against the backdrop of this most recognizable landmark in France.

59. Plitvice Lakes, Croatia


Plitvice Lakes, Croatia

In the central part of Croatia, in the Litsko-Senj County, the Plitvice Lakes National Park, the oldest in Eastern Europe, is located. It includes 16 large karst lakes, 140 waterfalls, 20 caves and a unique beech forest. Bears, wolves, rare birds and other animals live in the protected area. Active and inquisitive traveler will love this place.

60. Mount Tianzi, China


Mount Tianzi, China

Tianzi Mountain is one of the four most famous scenic areas in Wulingyuan Nature Reserve. The peak of Tianzi is located in the middle of the "golden triangle" at an altitude of 1,260 meters. This is a place of beautiful waterfalls, mysterious caves, picturesque forests and rich wildlife. For those who are afraid to overcome the path through the forests on their own, there are cable cars. They can quickly climb to the top of the mountain.

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20th place - Kungur ice cave, Russia

8th place - Faroe islands, Iceland-Norway

Located between Iceland and Norway. More than 50 thousand people live on the archipelago. The total area of ​​the archipelago is 1400 sq. km, and includes 18 small islands, 17 of which have life. Even in the coldest month, the temperature does not fall below 0 degrees. The attention of all tourists who come to this amazing place is offered: a unique landscape, green meadows, clouds, rocks and, of course, the Atlantic Ocean. You will not find such beauty anywhere else!

7th place - Prioksko-Terrasny Nature Reserve, Russia

It is located 12 kilometers from the city of Serpukhov on the left bank of the Oka River. The territory of the Prioksko-Terrasny Reserve with an area of ​​4945 hectares is forested, it is located near the northern border of the mixed forest subzone. Here visitors can see unique phenomenon- deciduous forests meet with conifers. Vacationers who come to this place will be able to see more than 960 higher plant species. Visit the most beautiful places in Russia and this place should certainly be among them.

6th place - Yellowstone Volcano, USA

One of the most popular tourist attractions in the United States of America. Yellowstone National Park is skillfully located on the territory of three states at the same time: Idaho, Wyoming and Montana. The park is famous for its waterfalls, hot springs, rich flora and fauna. This reserve became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in March 1872. Those who have seen the most unusual places on Earth, Yellowstone is always singled out in a special category.

5th place - Iguazu Falls, Brazil-Argentina

A real wonder of the world, which is located 20 km from the town of Puerto Iguazu. The legendary national park invites everyone to plunge into wonderful world Amazonian forests with incredible beauty of landscapes. The classic tour of the park is a short walk to the waterfalls. A boat ride on a turbulent river - and you are already at the foot of the world-famous waterfalls, which you saw from above only half an hour ago.

4th place - national park Yosemite, USA

The first natural American reserve, which is famous throughout the world for its unique virgin nature. The reserve with the highest waterfall is located in the state of California. Most of the films about the Indians were filmed on the territory of Yosemite National Park.

3rd place - Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany

This is a majestic building, which is located near the town of Füssen in Bavaria. The amazing beauty of the mysterious castle enchants tourists with its magnetism literally at first sight. The castle was built in 1869 by Ludwig II, who wanted to recreate the era of chivalry. A record amount of money was spent on the construction of this architectural masterpiece - more than 6 million gold marks. After the death of the monarch, the castle was opened to the public, this was done in order to recoup at least part of Money spent on construction.

2nd place - Niagara Falls, USA-Canada

The most famous waterfall in the USA and Canada. It has become one of the most visited attractions in North America. It got its name from the Indians who lived here, and is translated as “thundering water”. The width of the waterfall is 670 meters, the depth in its middle is about three meters, and the height is 51 meters. Every year, 20 million tourists from all over the world come to admire the beauty of the waterfall. For maximum enjoyment of beauty, tourists are offered viewing platforms, cable car, galleries and paths for pedestrians, and even an excursion in a hot air balloon and helicopters.

1st place - Grand Canyon, USA

(Grand Canyon) is one of the oldest national parks in the United States of America. The picturesque corner is one of the most perfect creations of nature on Earth. It is located in the state of Arizona. Until the middle of the 16th century, the Grand Canyon was inhabited by the Pueblo Indians, who lived in small dwellings in the form of caves. The Grand Canyon is a huge tourist complex with numerous parking lots, slopes and overnight accommodations. Many people think that this is the most beautiful place on earth!

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Colored rocks of Zhangye Danxia, ​​China

It seems these mountain ranges- the creation of an artist who generously painted the canvas with bright colors. According to many researchers, the rocks acquired this color due to the fact that this area was under water for about 100 million years. After the drought, the water evaporated, and the remaining silt gave the rocks a riot of colors. In 2010, the Zhangye Rocks were included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Sea of ​​Stars on Vaadhoo Island, Maldives

This place is the dream of all romantics. The shore is strewn with thousands of luminous lights, as if reflecting the night starry sky. This phenomenon is easily explained: flickering is created by unicellular organisms - phytoplankton. This sight is worth a sleepless night!

Great Wall of China, China

One of the largest architectural monuments in the world, with a length of 21,196 km, undoubtedly deserves attention. About 40 million tourists visit this place every year. And this incredible building is included in the list of seven wonders of the world.

Northern lights, Iceland

Everyone should see this magical phenomenon at least once in their life! Radiance can be observed from many parts of our vast northern country, for example, in Murmansk. But in Iceland you can kill two birds with one stone: you can see the northern lights on clear nights from October to April, and from February to March you can see the largest mammals in the world - whales and killer whales from the coast from the coast. Agree, the trip is worth it.

Taj Mahal, India

To look at one of the most famous sights in the world people from different countries. In just a year, the Taj Mahal is visited by 3 to 6 million people. The incredible beauty of the building was built by Emperor Shah Jahan after the death of his third wife Mumtaz Mahal. More than 22 thousand craftsmen worked on the creation of this architectural masterpiece. The Indian Pearl is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Shinjuku Gyoen Park, Japan

The very place where beautiful sakura blooms every spring! Incredibly beautiful natural wild cherry blossoms in the gardens of Japan are called Hanami. This holiday is a national tradition, admiring the flowers lasts from 7 to 10 days. Shinjuku Gyoen Park has become one of the most visited places in Japan due to its beauty. So going to the country rising sun, choose the end of March and the beginning of April.

Venice, Italy

Venice is one of the most beautiful cities not only in Italy, but in the whole world! The city literally stands on the water: it is built on 122 islands and is connected by 400 bridges. Venice has its own amazing atmosphere that attracts tourists and forever sinks into the heart of everyone who has been there.

Hang Son Dung mountain river cave, Vietnam

This cave, by the way, the largest in the world, was discovered in 2009. At the moment, it has been explored only 2.5 km deep. The giant cave is 100 meters wide and 250 meters high. This underground kingdom is filled with incredible beauty. Inside there is a river, the depth of which reaches 200 meters! Such a place is a real find for tourists, photographers and lovers of unforgettable sensations. Hang Son Dung is unlikely to leave anyone indifferent!

Angel Falls, Venezuela

One of the most beautiful and high waterfalls peace is located in Venezuela. The scale of this creation of nature is hard to imagine! The total height of the waterfall reaches 1054 m, and the height is 807 m. Angel is located in the territory national park Canaima, and in 1994 UNESCO added it to the World Heritage List.

Antelope Canyon, USA

Surely you have often come across the amazing beauty of the canyon in photographs, in film frames and music videos. The canyon is located in the southwestern United States. Reddish-red walls are naturally occurring giant cracks in the sandy rocks. Its length is just over 100 m. If you decide to visit this magical place, know that the best time to observe the beauty of the canyon is when the sun is at its zenith.

Lake Ritsa, Abkhazia

Another magical place, which is not so far away, but will definitely delight you with its beauty, is the alpine lake Ritsa, surrounded by majestic mountains. This is one of the main attractions of Abkhazia. Its length reaches almost 2 km, the depth is about 150 m, and the height of the surrounding mountains is 3200 m. The spectacle is so beautiful that it is hard to believe in its reality! Recommended!

Uyuni Salt Flat, Bolivia

Walking through the sky is quite real if you visit the dried salt Lake in the south of the desert plain of the Altiplano, in the departments of Oruro and Potosi. This most unusual lake in the world with an area of ​​10,582 km 2 is one of the largest salt marshes in the world. But thousands of people come here not for the salt, but for the incredible beauty!

Mount Ararat, Turkey

Despite the fact that the mountain itself is located on the territory of Turkey, an unusual view of it opens from Armenia. For the Armenian people, the mountain is a symbol of the state, and, according to biblical tradition, Noah's ark landed here. The famous mountain consists of two peaks - Big Ararat (5165 m) and Small (3925 m). Ararat impresses with its beauty and majesty and is definitely worth seeing with your own eyes!

Tianmen (Heaven's Gate), China

China is a country with a rich culture and incredibly beautiful nature, and one of its most popular attractions, of course, is Mount Tianmen. Its height is 1518.6 m. To get to the top, you need to overcome the exciting path along the longest cable car in the world, the length of which is 7455 m. This route is called the "heavenly highway". So if you dream of touching heaven, then you are here!