Take A Look At These Amazing Locations Around The World
1. Petra (Jordan)
Petra, which was originally known to its inhabitants as Raqmu, is a historical city in Jordan which is carved into the side of a sandstone hill. The area surrounding it has been inhabited since 7000BC. It is located in a rugged, mountainous desert area and most likely began as a temple. It was forgotten for hundreds of years, but rediscovered in the early 1800s by a European traveler.
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2. Machu Picchu (Peru)
These 15th-century Inca ruins were abandoned in the 16th century and rediscovered in 1866. It’s located in the middle of a tropical mountain forest, 2,430m above sea-level. The hike up to the city ruins takes four days, but you can get there faster by train. High in the slopes of the Andes, it’s one of the most breathtaking reminders of the Inca Empire.
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3. Kawachi Fuji Gardens (Japan)
You might have already seen pictures of this picturesque garden in Japan. It’s located in the city of Kitakyushu and sees its fair share of tourists, who can’t wait to walk under the famous purple, blue and white floral arches. In these gardens you’ll find two flower tunnels that are each around 100 meters long, with 22 different varieties of wisteria.
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4. Paro Taktsang (Bhutan)
Also known as the Tiger’s Nest, Paro Taktsang in Bhutan is a cliffside Tibetan Buddhist monastery. In 1998, a fire broke out in the main building of the complex, destroying many valuable paintings, artifacts and statues. Fortunately, the damaged monastery was able to be restored to its former glory. If you’re ever in Bhutan, don’t forget to visit this gorgeous monastery!
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5. Marble Caves (Chile)
These caves are located in Patagonia, in the south of Chile. This natural wonder was formed by erosion by water more than 6000 years ago. The caves, which are completely made of marble, change colors depending on the amount of light and the water level. This means you can visit them multiple times and not see the same caves twice.
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6. Zhangjiajie National Forest Park (China)
The landscape in Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in China looks like it comes straight out of a SciFi movie. It might look familiar, because it was one of the inspirations for the world of James Cameron’s 2009 hit movie Avatar. The pillar-like natural structures are the result of natural erosion.
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7. Waitomo Glowworm Caves (New Zealand)
The Waitomo Glowworm Caves are one of the most famous natural attractions in New Zealand. The cave is filled with thousands of glowworms who create a spectacle of light unlike any you have ever seen before. The tour guides who are able to take you into this magical galaxy on earth are, according to them, direct descendants of the Maori chief who originally discovered the cave.
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8. Antelope Canyon (USA)
Antelope Canyon is a slot canyon on Navajo (a Native American tribe) land in Arizona. The Navajo name for the canyon is Tsé bighánílíní, which means the place where water runs through the rocks. It was formed by the erosion of sandstone, due to flash flooding. Over time the water smoothed away all the hard edges and the characteristic “flowing” shapes were created.
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9. Stonehenge (England)
This prehistoric monument found in England is believed to have been constructed somewhere between 3000BC and 2000BC. It’s one of the most famous landmarks in the world and has been a legally protected monument since 1882. Historians are still not sure what purpose it served. Most believe it could have been a burial ground
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10. Great Wall of China (China)
Of course a list of interesting places around the world isn’t complete without the Great Wall of China. Unlike popular belief, you unfortunately cannot see it from outer space, but still it is worth visiting while on the planet. It was built as a fortification to protect China against various nomadic groups from the Eurasian Steppe.
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11. The Door to Hell (Turkmenistan)
The Darvaza gas crater, also known as the Door to Hell or the Gates of Hell, is a unique place in the world. While digging for gas, the ground collapsed in a sinkhole and started leaking methane gas. Wanting to contain it, Soviet geologists set the gas on fire to prevent it from spreading. It has been burning continuously since 1971. In January 2022, President Berdymukhamedov publicly declared that a method to extinguish the fire needs to be found so that the effects on the environment and public health can be curbed.
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12. Grand Prismatic Spring (USA)
This spring is the largest hot spring in the United States and the third largest in the world. It is located in Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming. It was first discovered by geologists in 1871, who gave it its name because of the coloration of the spring. The colors are those of a rainbow, which you can also get by shining white light through a prism.
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13. Nasir al-Mulk Mosque (Iran)
This mosque in Iran, which is also known as the Pink Mosque, is famous for its extensive colored decorational glass. Light is an important part of many mosques, because it is a major symbol for God in Islam. The stained glass windows of the mosque create a tapestry of beautiful colors on the floor of the prayer hall.
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14. Taj Mahal (India)
The Taj Mahal, a gigantic white marble mausoleum found in India, was built from 1631 and 1648 commissioned by the Mogul emperor Shah Jahan. It was built in remembrance of the emperor’s favorite wife, Mumtaz Mahal. It’s widely considered one of the masterpieces of islamic art in India and architecture as a whole.
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15. Gardens by the Bay (Singapore)
This nature park is part of Singapore’s plans to raise the quality of life by improving the amount of greenery and nature in the city. It has since become a popular tourist attraction. Most notable are the 18 Supertrees that range between 25 meters (82ft) and 50 meters (160ft). Visitors can walk on a walkway between two of the larger Supertrees, from which they can enjoy a panoramic view of the Gardens.
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