Extraordinary places. Amur Pillars, Russia

On our planet, along with modern, technologically and industrially developed megacities, there are many places created by ancient masters or nature itself.

Each such attraction has its own legend and, naturally, is silent about a lot of things. Mysterious places raise a huge number of questions among scientists, confusing them with anomalous phenomena and the unknown.

1. Devils Tower, USA

The so-called Devil's Tower is actually a natural rock of amazingly regular shape and consists of columns with sharp corners. This truly mysterious place, which, according to research, is more than 200 million years old, is located in the USA, in the territory of the modern state of Wyoming.

In size, the Devil's Tower is several times larger than the Cheops Pyramid and from the outside resembles a man-made structure. Thanks to its unrealistic size and unnaturally correct configuration, the rock has become the object of attention of many scientists, and local residents claim that Satan himself built it.

2. Cahokia Mounds, USA

Cahokia or Cahokia is an abandoned Indian city, the ruins of which are located near Illinois, USA. This place is reminiscent of how ancient civilizations lived, and its complex structure proves that this area was inhabited by a highly developed people 1500 years ago. The ancient city is striking in its scale; a network of terraces and 30-meter earthen mounds, as well as a huge solar calendar, have been preserved on its territory.

It is still unknown why a society of almost 40 thousand people left their settlement, and which Indian tribes are direct descendants of the Cahokians. Despite this, the Cahokia mounds are a favorite place for many tourists who come here in the hope of unraveling the mystery of the ancient city.

3. Chawinda, Mexico

This mystical place, according to Aboriginal beliefs, is the center of intersection of the real and other worlds. That is why incredible things happen here that are difficult for modern people to understand.

Chawinda is of interest to many treasure hunters, because according to legend, this area hides unprecedented wealth. Unfortunately, no one has yet managed to find the treasure. Would-be treasure hunters often attribute their failures to otherworldly forces.

4. Newgrange, Ireland

Newgrange is the oldest building on the territory of modern Ireland, it is already about 5 thousand years old. It is believed that this long corridor with a transverse room is a grave, but scientists have not yet been able to determine for whom.

It is still unknown how ancient people were able to build such a perfect structure, which for five thousand years was not only lucky enough to survive, maintaining its primitive appearance, but also to remain completely waterproof.

5. Pyramids of Yonaguni, Japan

Mysterious underwater pyramids near the western Japanese island of Yonaguni are causing a lot of controversy among modern archaeologists and surveyors. The main question is whether the structures are a natural phenomenon, or whether they were created by the hand of an ancient man.

In the course of numerous studies, it was possible to establish that the age of the Yonaguni pyramids is more than 10 thousand years. Therefore, if the Yonagun monuments created mysterious civilizations unknown to us, then the history of mankind should be rewritten.

Mysterious civilization. Underwater cities of Yonaguni

6. Geoglyphs of Nazca, Peru

The Nazca geoglyphs in Peru are one of the most mysterious places on the planet. They were discovered in the middle of the last century and are still actively discussed by scientists who cannot say unambiguously what the ancient people wanted to express with these giant drawings of animals and for what purpose were they used?

Unfortunately, it is no longer possible to ask the creators, but scientists offer 2 main versions: some, leaning towards the cosmic theory of the origin of geoglyphs, believe that they are landmarks for alien ships, others claim that these are giant lunar calendars. In any case, the Nazca rock paintings are proof of the existence on the territory of modern Peru of an ancient and mysterious civilization that lived here long before the famous Incas and was distinguished by a high level of development.

7. Black Bamboo Hollow, China

Black Bamboo Hollow or Heizhu is perhaps the most terrible place on Earth. Local residents have nicknamed it the Valley of Death, and they do not even want to get close to it at any cost. Just the memory of the ravine fills them with great horror.

They say that children and pets disappear here without a trace, and there is a lot of documentary evidence of this. Scientists have been interested in the hollow of black bamboo for decades; they have been able to prove that the valley in the Chinese province of Sichuan is an anomalous area with a harsh climate and sharply changing weather conditions, which together provoke soil subsidence, which, according to scientists, is the cause of missing people .

8. Giant's Causeway, Ireland

The Giant's Causeway, or Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland is an amazing coastal area formed many centuries ago as a result of a volcanic eruption. It consists of approximately 40 thousand basalt columns that look like giant steps.

The natural attraction is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. This place deserves admiration, which is why more than one thousand tourists from all over the world visit it every year.

9. Goseck Circle, Germany

The Goseck Circle is an ancient Neolithic structure in the German district of Burgenlandkreis. The circle was accidentally discovered in the early 90s of the last century while surveying the area from an airplane.

The original appearance of the building was restored only after complete reconstruction. Scientists have little doubt that the Goseck Circle was used for astronomical observations and calendaring. This proves that our ancestors also studied cosmic bodies, their movements and kept track of time.

10. Moai monuments on Easter Island

Easter Island is famous throughout the world for the giant Moai statues located throughout its territory. Each such megalithic figure is a large monument created by the masters of an ancient civilization in the crater of the local volcano Rano Raraku.

In total, about 1,000 remains of such man-made monuments were discovered on the island. Most have already gone under water.

Today, the vast majority of the statues are once again placed on platforms facing the ocean, from where they continue to greet visitors to the island and remind of the former power of the ancient people who inhabited these spaces.

Easter Island - Moai Message

11. Georgia Tablets, USA

The Georgia Tablets are 20-ton polished granite slabs with inscriptions in eight of the world's most famous languages. The inscriptions represent commandments for future generations on how to rebuild civilization after a global cataclysm. The monument was erected in 1979, the customer is listed in the documents under the name Robert C. Christian.

The height of the monumental structure is just over six meters, and the slabs are oriented towards the four sides of the world and have holes. In one of them you can see the North Star at any time of the year, in the second - the Sun during the solstice and equinox. Several years ago, the monument was vandalized and was damaged by paint, which has not yet been removed.

12. Rishat (Eye of the Sahara). Mauritania

On the territory of modern Mauritania, the largest desert in the world hides an amazing natural phenomenon of the Proterozoic period, whose name is Richat or the Eye of the Sahara.

This object is incredibly huge (up to 50 kilometers in diameter), so it can be seen even from space. The structure consists of several ellipsoidal rings formed by sedimentary rocks and sandstones about 500 million years ago.

13. “Gateway to Hell” – Darvaza crater in Turkmenistan

In the Turkmen Karakum desert there is the Darvaza gas crater, which in appearance resembles a gate to hell. This fire pit, about 60 meters in diameter and up to 20 meters deep, is the result of excavations carried out here during the Soviet Union.

During such geological research, a group of scientists discovered an underground cavern with natural gas, which almost led to the death of a huge number of people. Therefore, the management decided to set fire to the gas so that it would not threaten local residents. But the fire, which was supposed to burn for no more than 5 days, is still burning, bringing fear to everyone who approaches it.

Brave people are ready to take selfies at the Gates of Hell

14. Arkaim, Russia

Arkaim is an ancient settlement, reminiscent of ancient civilizations, which was discovered several decades ago in the vicinity of Chelyabinsk. It is believed that this landmark of Russia is the birthplace of the ancient Aryans, who gave rise to European, Persian and Indian civilizations.

Arkaim is not only a unique architectural monument with a thousand-year history, but also a place of concentration of healing energy flows that can save a person from any disease.

15. Stonehenge, England

English Stonehenge is a real place of pilgrimage for tourists from all over the world. It attracts with its mystery, legends and mystical beginnings. Stonehenge is a megalithic structure up to one hundred meters in diameter, which is located on Salisbury Plain.

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 thousands of 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 studies show 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 this natural phenomenon. The glow of this volcano attracts everyone who travels to Ross Lake. It is a kind of calling card of 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 engage not only in contemplating the magnificent flora and fauna, but also in 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 have created a magnificent example of one of the best travel destinations in the world.

Sagano Bamboo Grove (Japan)

Many of us associate the beauty of the Land of the Rising Sun with 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.

Plitvice Lakes National Park was founded in 1949. It is the largest national park in Croatia, as well as the oldest park in South-Eastern Europe. More than a million visitors flock here to admire the beauty of the park. There are many waterfalls, caves and lakes here. The area is home to more than 100 bird species. Most of the park consists of beech and fir. The park is incredibly beautiful in winter, when the waterfalls freeze and everything is covered in white snow.

Fingal's Cave, Scotland

Named after the hero of an 18th century epic poem, Fingal's Cave has numerous geometric columns reminiscent of Ireland's Giant's Causeway. The cave is formed from hexagonally connected basalt columns created by solidified lava. This sea cave is located on the Isle of Staffa, which is part of Scotland. The high arched roof enhances the sound of the ocean. Although even small boats cannot enter the cave, many local companies offer tours of the area.

Ha Long Bay, Vietnam

The bay is located in the Gulf of Tonkin in the South China Sea. It includes more than 3,000 islands, as well as rocks, caves and cliffs, making it one of the most unusual places in the world. The bay is an extraordinary example of limestone erosion. The name Ha Long means "where the dragon descended into the sea." Due to its vertical nature, the archipelago is sparsely populated. Most of the islands are negligible, however, the largest ones have their own internal lakes. Ha Long Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Red Beach, Panjin, China

This place is perhaps far from the traditional understanding of the beach. Instead of endless expanses of sand, we see algae called sueda. Most of the year, these algae are green, but with the onset of autumn they turn a dark, cherry-red color. In addition to its whimsical colors, Red Beach is home to more than 260 species of birds and 399 species of animals. This makes it one of the most complex ecosystems in the world. It is also the largest swamp and wetland on Earth.

Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland

Located next to the Atlantic Ocean, the Giant's Causeway, or Giant's Causeway as it is also known, is one of the strangest natural wonders. It consists of about 40,000 columns, most of which have six sides. These columns look remarkably like a honeycomb. The creation of this place from cooled magma took almost 60 million years. Scientists believe that it took its final form some 15,000 years ago after the last ice age.

Thermal springs, Pamukkale, Türkiye

Take a trip along the Aegean Sea and not far from the Menderes River you will find beautiful thermal springs. For centuries, people have bathed in these hot, mineral-rich waters. Pools and frozen waterfalls form multi-level cliffs. In spring, the water is rich in calcium, magnesium and bicarbonate. The current in Pamukkale occurs at a speed of 400 liters per second and this flow constantly forms new small round pools.

Hvitserkur, Iceland

Some are sure that this rock has the appearance of a dinosaur, others say that it is a dragon, and still others claim that it is a monster. In any case, this natural formation arouses human interest. Every year thousands of people come to the north of the Vatnes Peninsula to look at this “dinosaur at a watering hole.” The rock has three holes and has been reinforced with concrete to prevent further erosion. Even in photographs, viewers can see the bird droppings that give the rock its name. Translated from Icelandic, the word Hvitserkur means white shirt.

Antelope Canyon, USA

This canyon is the most visited in the Southwestern United States. One look at the smooth, orange-red walls makes people delighted. Antelope Canyon was formed by a flash flood. Due to heavy rains, it continues to change its shape to this day. While scientists are not sure when people discovered this cave, local Navajo tribes say this surreal canyon has always been part of their history.

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On the surface of our planet there are beautiful landscapes and unique landscapes that give rise to associations with other galaxies. website has prepared an overview of the most unusual places and invites you to admire the wondrous and bizarre imagination of nature.

Photo by Wolfgang Staudt

The grandiose and unearthly view of Niagara Falls will forever amaze your imagination. It is located on the border between the USA and Canada, in the state of New York. In general, this is a whole complex of powerful and rolling waterfalls, which include: “Horseshoe” (aka “Canadian”), “Veil” and “American”. It is surprising that with relatively small differences in height, all the springs are very wide, and the water beats with such force that its roar is deafening. That is why Niagara Falls is considered one of the largest and noisiest on the entire planet. And this place is so picturesque that, having been here once, you will often remember it and share your impressions with friends.

This natural site is located on Hawaii, the island of Oahu. In the local language, the staircase has a name somewhat reminiscent of the Japanese - “Haiku”. At its core, the stairway to heaven is a uniquely beautiful mountain path that runs right along the tops of small mountains. For the convenience of tourists, the amazing object is surrounded by railings. From the steps of this staircase there are simply breathtaking views of both the heavenly beauty and the valley. And the air seems to saturate, it is so clean, transparent and even tasty. This is one of the most magical and unusual places, worthy of Tolkien’s fairy tales about hobbits and light, almost weightless elves.

3. Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon in Arizona (USA) fully justifies its name, which is translated into Russian as “Great or Huge Canyon.” Its size is truly amazing. The very winding and unpredictable Colorado River runs through it, which with a powerful current makes its way through the limestone rock. The Grand Canyon is an amazing and historically very valuable place. It is in it that one can trace the stages of formation of the modern surface of our planet; There are 4 historical layers presented here. Not only is it fantastically beautiful, this place is invaluable for the development of sciences such as geology and history. It is for this reason that the Grand Canyon is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

It turns out that not only the USA and Hawaii can boast of amazing places on the planet. In Belgium there is a beautiful forest with the sonorous name Hallerboss. He is very famous not only in his native country, but throughout the world. With what? Every spring, unusual forest flowers bloom here - bells. Or rather, they would be completely ordinary if not for their quantity. Every year the forest seems to be lined with a blue carpet, stunning in both its appearance and the subtle aroma in the air. That is why Hallerboss, which stretches south from Brussels (the border of Flanders and Wallonia), is popularly called the “Blue Forest”.

Of course, stunning and unusual places are formed not only on the surface, but also in the most hidden depths of our planet. One of them is the huge Son Doong Cave, which can be found right in the center of Vietnam. To do this, you need to take a walk through the Phong Nha-Kebang National Park, which is located near the border with Laos. The size of this natural object is truly amazing. No wonder the cave was recognized as the largest on the entire planet. Unexplored views open here, and the highest vaults provide scope for the most colorful fantasies. Here are just some data: the height is about 200 meters, the width is about 150, and the length has not yet been fully studied, but approximately 5 km. There are places to take a walk.

6. Valley Monument

If you rely on the name, you might think that we are talking about something man-made, created by artists or sculptors, but our review includes unusual places on Earth, created exclusively by nature itself. Likewise, Monument Valley, which is again located in the state of Arizona, USA, is amazing precisely because man did not take part in its creation at all. The upper layer of the Colorado Plateau in this particular place once consisted of very soft and unstable rocks of sedimentary origin. Over time, they were completely destroyed, and small rock fragments remained in the valley, which are now called monuments, or memorials. Only now they were set by history itself and built by the hands of nature. Some rocks even have names, for example Three Sisters, Mitten (Western and Eastern), etc.

It would seem that there is nothing more majestic and silent than endless sands to the very horizon. However, deserts can also be amazing in their beauty. In New Mexico (USA) there is a valley called Tularosa. It is already beautiful in itself, but there are also more unusual places here. This is the White Desert. It is so nicknamed because the sands are not golden yellow, but glossy white. It may feel like you're in the middle of a hot winter. The Indians gave the desert a very romantic name - Porcelain, but among tourists it is better known as the White Sands Desert. Due to its natural beauty, this place received the status of a US National Monument, and due to the composition of the dunes, it received the title of the largest gypsum deposit on the planet.

8. National Park in Australia

Another place of amazing beauty in its mesmerizing beauty is the Australian Port Campbell Park, which you can visit in the state of Victoria. Just drive 190km southwest from Melbourne and you'll find yourself in a pristine piece of Paradise. The coastline of the park is especially striking here. It is all lined with rocks of various, sometimes very bizarre, shapes. In addition, it was here that grandiose shipwrecks occurred more than once. And the memory of them is preserved in the names of the mountain fragments - “The Twelve Apostles”, “London Arch”. In Port Campbell you can also visit the beautiful Thundering Cave.

South America is also famous for its unusual places that you simply must visit. One of them is the Dragon Falls, which flows its waters in Venezuela. It is an object of national importance and in itself is very loved by tourists. Education is entirely the work of Mother Nature. By the way, the Dragon shares one valley with an equally famous waterfall - Angel, which is considered the highest on the planet. Both of these places fascinate with their majestic beauty. They are carefully guarded and preserved in order to continue to delight, delight and surprise.

The city of San Francisco, which is located on the west coast of the United States, is on the lips of many. But few people know that it is located on the hills left over from the times of the Gold Rush. Most of them are monuments of historical significance, others are simply beautiful, and still others offer fantastic views. It is not known for certain how many hills are located here, but they say at least fifty. The objects are very popular among tourists. First of all, because they are unusual, there is nothing like this anywhere else on earth. And secondly, many offer stunning views of the city. One of these hills is Twin Peaks, which offers a panoramic view of the entire central part of San Francisco.

A river of extraordinary beauty flows through Slovenia and Italy. It meanders between the mountains, sometimes expanding, sometimes narrowing to the size of a fast stream. The path of Sochi, or, in Italian, Isonzo, runs through incredibly beautiful places, but this is not the only reason why it is famous throughout the world. The color of the river waters is stunning: bright turquoise, blinding in the sun. And surprisingly, throughout Socha does not change it, remaining pale blue. The famous Slovenian Alps, lush vegetation in the valley and unique color make the Isonzo one of the most extraordinary places on the planet.

One of the most famous natural monuments in the world is the Victoria Falls, which is located in South Africa. If you want to visit such unusual places, then you need to come to the border between the African states of Zimbabwe and Zambia, to the Zambezi River. It is here that the most important attraction of the entire continent, the waterfall named after Queen Victoria, makes noise, roars, and throws down tons of water. Its width is almost 2 km, and its height is more than 120 m. The local name is more poetic - “Thundering Smoke”. This natural monument is unique in its impressive size; there are no others like it in the whole world.

On our planet there is also a real entrance to the underworld. It is called “Thor's Well” and is located in Oregon (USA). It looks like a huge funnel into which whole tons of water fall noisily. These places are famous for their gorgeous sunsets, which are impossible to forget. An amazing well, formed by nature itself, provides endless scope for various fairy tales and beliefs. In fact, it is an almost perfectly round hole, 5 m in diameter, located in the high tide zone near Cape Perpetua.

14. Himalayas – mountains with history

The Himalayas are translated from Sanskrit as “the abode of snow,” and for good reason. It’s true that it’s always snowy, sky-high and fabulous here. A chain of mountain ranges and peaks stretches across India and Tibet, as well as Pakistan, Nepal and Bhutan. These are very picturesque and unforgettable places that every climber should definitely conquer! The Himalayas are famous for both their unearthly beauty and their famous beauty, about which there are many legends, poems and songs. In general, it is here that there are more than 10 mountains, the peaks of which exceed 8 km, while the average for the Himalayan mountains is 6 km above sea level. This is a world altitude record.

Australia, surrounded on all sides by oceans, is famous for its coral reefs, but the Great Barrier is a different story. It is huge in size, but more than that, it is truly a living, constantly developing organism, beautiful in its uniqueness. It is recognized throughout the world as the largest, and here are just a few figures to prove it: the length is about 2500 km along the north-eastern Australian coast, the number of individual reefs is almost 3000, and the number of formed coral islands of various sizes is 900. The appearance of this landscape produces such impressions that impossible to compare with anything.

Iceland is a beautiful northern country, any mention of which immediately brings to mind a picture of geysers. But there are other places here that are no less unusual and beautiful. Glacial lake Jökulsárlón is one of them. Not only is this reservoir formed by glacial waters, which is why it is crystal clear and terribly cold. Also, the whole area around is simply fantastic. It seems as if you were on another planet. Blocks of transparent ice rise straight from the water, creeping over each other and forming a truly beautiful landscape worthy of the Snow Queen herself. It is considered a natural wonder of the country.

And finally, the time has come to travel to the Alps - the oldest and most picturesque mountain ranges on Earth. It is here that the famous Matterhorn mountain, the snow-white miracle of the Alps, is located. Where can you see it with your own eyes? Not far from the resorts of Switzerland Zermatt and Italy Breuil-Cervinia. If you translate the name into Russian, you will get something like a “meadow peak,” that is, a peak abundantly overgrown with vegetation. The mountain is considered one of the highest and most difficult (in terms of mountaineering) in the world, its height is 4478 m. The valley around is very picturesque.

There are a lot of amazing landscapes in Japan, but one of the most stunning is the blue pond of Biei (Hokkaido Island). It overflowed at the foot of the no less picturesque Mount Tokachi, and if you go strictly southeast from the town of Biei, you can certainly see this natural object. The pond is unique for its extraordinary color. The gentle, blue tint of the waters makes the heart skip a beat in true admiration for the creation of nature. This color is not always permanent, and under certain weather conditions it can become either more transparent or darker.

Amazing even the most sophisticated imagination. The Ural National Park Taganay is one of these. This is the west of the Chelyabinsk region, not far from the ancient town of Zlatoust. This area was awarded the title of national treasure relatively recently, in 1991. The places here are unique in that they have preserved intact the most valuable natural areas - mountain tundra and meadows, with their unusual vegetation and fauna. In addition, only here you can find pristine moss swamps and relict forests that keep the secrets of entire millennia.

Oh, this is perhaps the most unusual place in the world. The island is located in the Indian Ocean, not far from Somalia. In essence, it is even an archipelago consisting of 4 parts. Three islands are inhabited, but one is not, and this is the most interesting one. It was here, under the most severe selection conditions (sandy soil, climate like in a desert), that unique vegetation survived, the representatives of which cannot be found anywhere else. And indeed it is. If you want to see bizarre plants and animals that are not found anywhere else on the planet, then you should visit this uninhabited, and therefore even more mysterious and amazing, island. It is also here that the rarest and most beautiful type of pearl – black – is mined.

Text: Maria Nikitina

The world is full of wonderful places, the beauty of which seems unreal. If you want to visit an unusual place, here is a list with photos of the 10 most amazing places in the world. They have to be seen to be believed that they actually exist.

Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland

60 million years ago, a volcano erupted here, throwing out a huge amount of hot basalt. As it cooled, it formed the bizarre shapes that can be seen today on the northern coast of Ireland. The Giant's Causeway is 37,000 columns of almost perfect shape, around which many legends are woven. One of them says that giants walked here, building a pavement for themselves.

Pamukkale, Türkiye

Pamukkale or “Palace of Cotton” is located in the southwest of Turkey and is mesmerizing at first sight. A tour here includes a visit to the ancient ruins of Hierapolis and the ancient city built around it. And one more thing: nothing compares to the local sunset, when the water smoothly flows over the white travertine terraces, wrapped in the pink shades of the last rays of the sun.

Socotra Island, Yemen

This isolated island has a unique and fascinating biodiversity. The most interesting and unique species include: Cucumber tree, Dorsthenia gigantea, Desert rose and Dragon tree, with their twisted trunks.

Tianzi Mountains, China

These oddly shaped limestone mountains can be seen in the northeast of Hunan Province. They are covered with rich vegetation and are constantly hidden in fog. The funicular will take curious tourists to the village of Huangshi, from where along hiking trails you can explore these amazing mountains, whose name translates as “son of Heaven.”

Spotted Lake, Canada

Protected by the culture of the Okanagan Indians, this lake is known, if nothing else, for its quaint landscape. In summer, the lake's water evaporates, leaving quaint miniature pools of various colors. Interestingly, the water in the lake is saturated with the world's highest concentration of magnesium, calcium and sodium sulfate, as well as silver and titanium. To fully admire it, you need to go to Highway 3, which is near the city of Osoyoos, in Canada, not far from the US border.

Thor's Well, USA

Thor's Well is an amazing creation of nature located at Cape Perpetua in the US state of Oregon. When the tide comes in, the water that flows into it creates a magical landscape. This fascinating natural phenomenon can be seen from the Cape Perpetua Scenic Area Visitor Center.

Lake Hillier, Australia

Fourth place in the ranking is occupied by Lake Hiller, which is located on Middle Island in southwestern Australia. It is noteworthy that the water in the lake has a dark pink color all year round and does not change even when taken into a separate container. Scientists claim that the reason is the incredible salinity of the water and the presence of the unique algae Dunaliella salina and other bacteria. In any case, one thing catches your eye: an unusual, even fantastic, landscape.

Hand in the desert, Chile

Chocolate Hills, Philippines

The Chocolate Hills are 1,268 to 1,776 conical hills 30–100 m high, scattered over an area of ​​50 square kilometers across the island of Bohol. They are covered with green grass that turns brown (like chocolate) during the dry season when the leaves dry out and fall off, hence their name.

Fly Geyser, USA

Fly Geyser was created by accident in 1916 when a well was drilled and accidentally hit a geothermal pocket. However, it was not until 1964 that water began to penetrate the surface. Today, the geyser constantly erupts three water jets of delightful colors a meter and a half in height, increasing by several centimeters every year.

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