The most beautiful places in the world

What you must definitely see and experience at least once in a lifetime

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The most beautiful places in the world
Inserted: 01.10.2017
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We've put together a list of the most beautiful places in the world. There are thousands of beautiful places worth visiting, but we tried to choose from them the ones that are the most beautiful of the beautiful and if you visit them, they will certainly not disappoint you. It is a list of natural beauties, not monuments.

1.
Kala Patthar

The most beautiful outlook of the world

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| Altitude: 5 648 m / 18 530 ft

Kala Patthar is only insignificant grassy mountain with rocky top lying on the ridge falling sharply from massive Pumori. But it became famous thanks to incredible views of Mount Everest and surrounding mountains and because it is despite its high altitude relatively well accessible almost for any tourist.   continue reading

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Concordia

The most beautiful outlook of Pakistan

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| Altitude: 4 594 m / 15 072 ft

One of the most beautiful mountain views of the world is the Concordia camp at the confluence of the glaciers right under the mighty peak of Gasherbrum IV. From here, there is a prominent view of the second highest mountain of the world K2. However, the view is amazing on all sides. continue reading

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Cuernos del Paine

Monumental granite towers

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| Altitude: 1 614 m / 5 295 ft

At the heart of the Torres del Paine National Park are the massive granite towers Cuernos del Paine headed by the highest Cerro Paine Grande. These majestic towers you can completely walk around or visit at least within the so-called W-trek. One of the most beautiful scenery in the area is the view from Lake Pehoe to these beautiful Cuernos del Paine towers. continue reading

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Attabad lake

The most beautiful lake in Pakistan

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| Altitude: 2 341 m / 7 680 ft

Attabad lake in northern Pakistan confirms that mountains have their often dramatic life. It was founded only in 2010, when a massive landslide in the mountain shut out the entire valley of river Hunza. Today it is one of the most beautiful lakes of the world because of the surrounding dramatic mountain landscape. continue reading

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Perito Moreno Glacier

The most famous Patagonian glacier

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| Altitude: 300 m / 984 ft

Perito Moreno Glacier is without a doubt one of the biggest attractions of the Argentine side of Patagonia. There are 48 glaciers going down from the south patagonian ice field, but this is just the most famous, the most visited, but probably the most beautiful one. Its length is a total of 30km. It is also massive in width – almost 5 kilometers. continue reading

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Hunza Valley

The most beautiful valley of Pakistan

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| Altitude: 2 059 m / 6 755 ft

One of the most spectacular valleys of the world lies in northern Pakistan. Hunza river there broke through the main ridge of high Karakoram. You will see here one of the biggest elevation difference in the world between the top of the surrounding mountains and bottom of the valley. continue reading

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Grand Canyon

The most famous canyon in the world

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| Altitude: 2 098 m / 6 883 ft

When you say the canyon, so almost everyone can think of the most famous in the world – the Grand Canyon located in Arizona. Not only is the best known but also the longest in the world (446 kilometers), one of the widest (500 m – 29 km). Deep is up to 1,600 meters. continue reading

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Laguna de Los Tres

The amazing lake under Fitz Roy

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| Altitude: 1 170 m / 3 839 ft

Hike to the lagoon de Los Tres (1,770 meters above sea level) is the most popular tour around the monumental Fitz Roy granite towers. There is no wonder at all. The lagoon is set in an absolutely amazing scenery that you will not want to leave at all in good weather. continue reading

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Reine

The most beautiful village of Norway

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| Altitude: 0 m / 0 ft

The small village of Reine is considered to be the most beautiful village not only in Lofoten islands, but also of Norway. Tourists come here mainly due to the amazing surrounding mountain landscape. The view from iconic mountain Reinebringen is famous. continue reading

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Milford Sound

The most beautiful New Zealand fjord

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| Altitude: 1 m / 3 ft

Fiorland National Park is full of beautiful scenery. Perhaps the most famous place is the beautiful Milford fjord, which features beautiful mountains, headed by Miter Peak. It is also the easiest accessible place in the national park. continue reading

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Iguazu Waterfalls

The most beautiful waterfalls in South America

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| Altitude: 180 m / 591 ft

Iguazu Falls are located on the of the same name river on the border of Brazil with Argentina. Iguazu are considered both the most beautiful waterfall in the world, but also the largest – decompose almost three kilometers wide and consist of around 275 individual parts. Waterfalls are worth visiting both the Argentinian and Brazilian sides. From brazil side, you will see Iguazu more panoramically. From the Argentine side you will stay more closer to waterfall and you can try more hiking trails. continue reading

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Namib Desert

The oldest desert with the highest dunes

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| Altitude: 575 m / 1 886 ft

At almost the entire coast of Namibia lies one of the world's most photogenic desert with dead trees, salt plains and up to 350 meters high dunes, in whose depths can easily go from Sesriem. continue reading

13.
Wadi Rum desert

The most beautiful desert of Jordan

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| Altitude: 993 m / 3 258 ft

Orange desert of Wadi Rum is one of the most beautiful deserts of the world. You can find here orange sand dunes, breathtaking table mountains, rock bridges and narow gorges. You can see here herd of camels. Wadi Rum is also famous for sunsets and sunrises. continue reading

14.
Laguna Colorada

The most beautiful lake of Bolivia

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| Altitude: 4 290 m / 14 075 ft

Red Laguna Colorada belongs among one of the biggest attractions of this part of Bolivia. You will admire here thousands of flamingos living in this red lagoon surrounded by volcanic mountains.   continue reading

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Geiranger fjord

The most famous fjord of Norway

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| Altitude: 0 m / 0 ft

Geiranger fjord is one of the most visited places in Norway. From nearly vertical rocky walls, many beautiful waterfalls run right down to the fjord. The best view to the fjord is from Dalsnibba mountain. continue reading

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Roraima

The most famous table mountain in the world

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| Altitude: 2 810 m / 9 219 ft

Roraima (2,810m) is the highest of all the tepuis (table mountains) in South America. At its peak you will find the triple point of countries Venezuela, Brazil and Guyana. Life on the vast mountain top is completely different from the savannah 400 meters below. Here you can find interesting rock formations, caves and even rivers. continue reading

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Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park

The most beautiful area of Indonesia

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Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park is a beautiful example of volcanic activity in Indonesia. In the caldera of the ancient volcano Tengger, secondary volcanoes formed like the famous Bromo. On the horizon is a high, still active Semera volcano (3,676 meters above sea level) – the highest peak of Java. Besides the volcanoes, there are several lakes like Lord, Ranu Regulo and Kumbolo. continue reading

18.
Pangong tso lake

Most beautiful lake in India

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| Altitude: 4 250 m / 13 944 ft

On the border between India (Ladakh) and China (Tibet), is very beautiful Lake Pangong Tso (4250 m n. M.). It has a very unique shape: is 134 kilometers long and only 4 km wide. For tourists it is easily accessible from the Indian side. To the south, it is bordered by a high glaciated mountain range, and the mountains are on the north too continue reading

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Ha Long Bay

The most beautiful area of Vietnam

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One of the biggest attractions of Vietnam and the coast of Asia is the Ha Long Bay. There are thousands of rocky islands, interesting caves and fishing villages. Right next to is another similar bay of Bai Tu Long Bay. The whole area is well-accessible by boat trips. continue reading

20.
Chungara lake

Chile's Lake Jewel

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| Altitude: 4 561 m / 14 964 ft

Highly lying, the large Chungara Lake (4,561 meters above sea level) is one of the most beautiful Southamerican lakes, thanks to the volcanic peaks surrounding it. The most beautiful is the view of the Parinacot volcano towering directly above the northern end of the lake. It is the biggest touristic attraction in the north of Chile. continue reading

21.
Cappadocia

The most beautiful area of Turkey

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Cappadocia is one of the most fairytale areas in the world – bizarre tuff chimneys of all shapes and colors cover the area of more than 300 square kilometers. This all was caused by the local volcano, which covered the entire area by easily erodible tuff and this beauty was created in thousands of years. Apart from the beautiful trips between tuff pillars you can try to ascent the local volcanoes Ercyies or Hasan Dagi. continue reading

22.
Tilicho Lake

Lake in the shadow of Himalayas

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| Altitude: 4 916 m / 16 129 ft

If you walk away from the main circuit of the trek around Annapurnas and come to this magical lake, you will enjoy one of the most beautiful hike you can experience throughout Nepal. Large lake lying at an altitude of nearly five thousand meters above sea level is surrounded on one side by arid eroded hills and from the other side rises invincible wall of Tilicho peak.   continue reading

23.
Moraine Lake

Fairy Lake in the Rocky Mountains in Canada

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| Altitude: 1 881 m / 6 171 ft

Moraine Lake lies at an altitude of approximately 1885 meters in Valley of the Ten Peaks, in the Banff National Park, Canada. It is one of the most beautiful lakes in Canada, I am not afraid to say that even in the world. I strongly recommend not to miss the sunrise here. Why ? You will understand this when you see it. continue reading

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Tongariro National Park

The volcanic heart of the North Island

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The northern island is the volcanic, fiery part of New Zealand and its center is the Tongariro National Park. Here are the highest volcanoes of the count. Besides these there are beautiful lakes including the most famous Emerald lakes. The most famous trek in this area is the Tongariro Alpine Crossing, where you will see the biggest attractions of this national park in one day. continue reading

25.
Laguna Chiar Khota

Lake with fabulous views

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| Altitude: 4 998 m / 16 398 ft

Laguna Chiar Khota (4998m above sea level) is the highest lake you can see on the Lagunas de Altura classical trail. Thanks to its incredible view of the Sajama Volcano, it is also one of the most interesting places in the entire trek. continue reading

26.
Salar de Uyuni

The biggest salar in the world

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| Altitude: 3 660 m / 12 008 ft

Salar de Uyuni is the largest salt desert on the earth. It is, for example, twice larger than famous Great Salt Lake in Utah. It has 12 106 square kilometers, salt layer is between 2–20 meters and annually is mined 20,000 tons. In addition, there are interesting black rocks towering from salar like true „islands“. They are covered by several cacti. Dry salt makes interesting geometric polygons here. On the other hand, when is salar after rains full of water, it looks like an endless mirror.   continue reading

27.
Dunes of Erg Chebbi

The most famous Moroccan dunes

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| Altitude: 736 m / 2 415 ft

World's largest desert Sahara extends even to Morocco. The local most beautiful and most visited dunes are called Erg Chebbi. You can ride a camel here or enjoy a hike to the few hundred meter high sand dunes. The best part of the day is sunrise and sunset, when the sand has a beautiful yellow color. continue reading

28.
Titicaca Lake

The most famous lake in South America

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| Altitude: 3 820 m / 12 533 ft

This fabulous lake is situated at an altitude of 3 820 meters above sea level. It is often stated as the highest navigable lake in the world. With its area of 8549 square kilometers it is also the second largest lake in South America. There are 36 islands and it has a clear blue colored water. It is actually a remnant of an ancient sea that once covered almost entire Altiplano. continue reading

29.
Bryce Canyon National Park

Canyon full of fairytale towers

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| Altitude: 2 332 m / 7 651 ft

Bryce Canyon despite its name is not a typical example of the classic canyon. It's basically a series of gigantic „amphitheaters“ full of fairy rock towers on the eastern end of the Paunsaugunt Plateau, where individual river springs. continue reading

30.
Adršpašsko teplické rocks

The most beautiful rock city in the Czech Republic

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| Altitude: 544 m / 1 785 ft

Adrspach Teplice Rocks are the largest rock town in the Czech Republic. Rock towers reach a height of up to a hundred meters. Among the most prominent rocks are: Lovers, Mayor and Mayor, Sugar Hole. The viewpoint of the Great Panorama is well known. Picturesque is the Pískovna Lake or Little and Big Adršpašský Waterfall. In Teplickské skály is a popular ascent to the rock castle Střmen. continue reading

31.
Plitvice Lakes

The most famous lakes of Europe

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| Altitude: 523 m / 1 716 ft

Plitvice Lakes are the most famous national park in Croatia. You will find here beautiful lakes, wonderful waterfalls and overall scenic surrounding countryside. continue reading

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Victoria Falls

The most famous waterfalls in Africa

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Victoria Falls (Mosi-oa-Tunya) are one of the largest waterfalls in the world. The width of the waterfall is 1800 meters and the water falls from a cliff 120 m high in a narrow and deep basalt canyon. Flow rates during the year strongly fluctuate. Unfortunately, is divided between the two countries, thereby doubling visiting complications and prices. continue reading

33.
Cliffs of Moher

The most massive cliffs of Ireland

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| Altitude: 170 m / 558 ft

Cliffs of Moher, two hundred meters high cliffs, are among the most beautiful coastal passages in Europe. The beautiful scenery is complemented by the O'Brien turret and the mighty rocking needle that hovers from the ocean – The Stack continue reading

34.
Salto Angel waterfall

The highest waterfall in the world

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| Altitude: 1 500 m / 4 921 ft

Waterfall Salto Angel falling nearly a kilometer from the table mountains in Venezuela is the highest waterfall in the world. It also belongs among the most beautiful of the world, mainly due to the magical nature around. continue reading

35.
Railay Beach

Real Thai Paradise

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| Altitude: 0 m / 0 ft

Railay beach is one of the most beautiful places in Krabi, Thailand. The beach surrounds the high karst rocks and the jungle. continue reading

36.
Giant's causeway

The greatest natural wonder of Northern Ireland

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Giant's Causeway, volcanic organ that lead to the sea. It is the largest natural and tourist attraction in Northern Ireland. In addition, there are beautiful cliffs and beaches, making it the perfect place for several hours of hiking. continue reading

37.
Rice fields in Sapa

Rice fields under the mountains

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| Altitude: 634 m / 2 080 ft

Under the tallest Fan Si Pan mountains in Vietnam you will find the Sapa town. Near the town are the beautiful rice terraces. It belongs to the most famous rice terraces in Vietnam. continue reading

38.
Pamukkale

Natural wonder under the Roman baths

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| Altitude: 348 m / 1 142 ft

Almost in all of the prospectuses that appeal to visit Turkey include photos of Pamukkale „Cotton“ Castle. Mineral springs, rich in calcium, have created truly beautiful ponds in a completely white landscape. continue reading

39.
The Yosemite Valley

Valley of granite giants

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| Altitude: 1 208 m / 3 963 ft

One of the most famous national parks of the world's is Yosemite National Park. Its center is the impressive The Yosemite Valley from both sides bordered by gigantic vertical granite walls. continue reading

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Monument Valley

The most famous rock formations of the world

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| Altitude: 1 711 m / 5 614 ft

At Arizona and Utah there is probably the most typical „American West“ country, often referred to as the „Marlboro country“. Lonely rock formations are more than 300 meters high above the surrounding orange landscape. The whole area is relatively vastly extensive on unpaved roads. The most coveted outlook is, however, directly from the main road or from the large hotel run by the Navajo tribe. continue reading

41.
Sigiriye

Sacred Lion Rock

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| Altitude: 262 m / 860 ft

Sigiriye is an impressive table mountain, one of the most famous tourist sites in Sri Lanka. There are also interesting rock paintings, long-haul staircases and a great view from the top. But count with a very expensive admission. continue reading

42.
Waimea canyon

Grand Canyon of the Pacific

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| Altitude: 1 007 m / 3 304 ft

Grand Canyon of the Pacific is located in a small but probably the most beautiful Hawaiian island of Kauai. There is a road with lookouts on edge of the canyon. You can additionally hike on the bottom of the canyon. continue reading

43.
Sonkol Lake

Lake belonging to herdsmen

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| Altitude: 3 017 m / 9 898 ft

One of the biggest attractions of Kyrgyzstan is a huge lake Sonkol (3 017 m asl) with an area of 20×16 kilometers. In summer you can make a beautiful idea how herdsmen with their great herds of horses, cows, goats and sheep live. In addition, you can undertake here nice walks around the meadows to the rocky massifs on the horizon or take a bath. But the water is quite cold. continue reading

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Arches National Park

The most beautiful rock arches of the world

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| Altitude: 1 473 m / 4 833 ft

Arches National Park is located north of the Colorado River near the provincial town of Moab. You will find here the most beautiful rock formations like the rock arches and bridges. Most of the viewpoints are available by car + there are beautiful hiking trails. The most beautiful and famous arch is the Delicate Arch. continue reading

45.
Colca Canyon

One of the deepest canyons in the world

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| Altitude: 2 169 m / 7 116 ft

Colca Canyon, with its 3,270 meters of depth is one of the deepest canyons of the world. His character changes from narrow gorge to the relatively flat valley with lots of terraced fields. In this canyon lead a relatively challenging trek along the old Inca trails. continue reading

46.
Mountain ridge Arieiro-Ruivo

The most beautiful and highest mountain of Madeira

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| Altitude: 1 794 m / 5 886 ft

The mountain ridge of the highest peaks of Madeira is one of the most beautiful mountain passages you can find in the world. Hiko here is one of the most amazing experiences in Madeira. continue reading

47.
Lauterbrunnen Valley

The most beautiful valley of Switzerland

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| Altitude: 788 m / 2 585 ft

The monumental Lauterbrunnen Valley and its surroundings are among the most beautiful places not only of Switzerland but of the whole world. Above the valley there are several hundred meters high mountain walls rise from which fall the highest waterfalls of Europe. continue reading

48.
Kawah Ijen

The most famous crater of Indonesia

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| Altitude: 2 152 m / 7 060 ft

Almost at the very eastern end of the island of Java you will find a very interesting place – the crater Kawah Ijen. On its bottom is an emerald-colored lake of sulfuric acid. This place was also famous for its sulfur mine and the incredibly demanding occupation of local carriers of huge sulfur pieces continue reading

49.
Wadi Bani Khalid

The most beautiful valley of Oman

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| Altitude: 651 m / 2 136 ft

At the end of a 30-kilometer blind road you will find the beautiful valley of Wadi Bani Khalid. It is famous for its picturesque bathing ponds, but you can also walk through the gorge, visit the caves or climb the adjacent peaks. continue reading

50.
Phoksundo Lake

The most beautiful Nepalese lake

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| Altitude: 3 620 m / 11 877 ft

Lake Phoksundo, located in the Shey Phoksundo National Park, is considered to be the most beautiful Nepalese lake. It lies at a high altitude of over 3,600 meters above sea level. It was created by a huge landslide, which created more than a hundred meters high dam. continue reading

51.
Horseshoe Bend

The largest horseshoe in the world

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| Altitude: 1 288 m / 4 226 ft

Not far from the town of Page, Arizona is one of the natural wonders and one of the most photographed places in the US. The Colorado River has long ago excavated a huge (300m deep) meander into the sandstone bedrock that resembles a horseshoe. Since Horseshoe Bend does not belong to any of the national parks, visiting this miracle is absolutely free. continue reading

52.
Pass Kongma la

The most beautiful pass in Khumbu

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| Altitude: 5 528 m / 18 136 ft

Kongma la pass (5 528 m asl) working as a link of Lobuche with Chhukhung belongs among the most beautiful tourist passes, over which you can pass in the area of Khumbu. The peaks including Makalu are absolutely breathtaking. In addition, there are only a few tourists.   continue reading

53.
Romsdalen Valley

The most beautiful Norwegian valley

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| Altitude: 69 m / 226 ft

The Romsdalen valley is one of Norway's biggest natural attractions. Almost vertical rock walls rise here more than 1,200 meters above the bottom of the valley. The valley itself is about 60 kilometers long. Some of the peaks above the valley is accessible by hike paths such as Mannen Mountain continue reading

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Emerald lakes

Three eyes of Tongariro

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| Altitude: 1 735 m / 5 692 ft

Perhaps the most famous view from the Tongariro Alpine Cross trek is the view from the Red Crater on three beautiful emerald lakes surrounded by a volcanic desert – Emerald lakes. These lakes are an ideal place to take a hike and enjoy their beauty. The two upper lakes are at an altitude of about 1,730 meters above sea level and lower at 1,695 meters above sea level. continue reading

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Roys Peak

The most beautiful view of Lake Wanaka

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| Altitude: 1 578 m / 5 177 ft

Roys Peak (1,578 m above sea level) is famous for one of the most beautiful views in New Zealand. It is located a short distance from Wanaka. You can reach the top by hiking trail, you can extend the ascent by going to Mount Alpha continue reading

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