There are many beautiful places on this earth that you should visit. Whether you are a nature lover and enjoy outdoor activities, you prefer to indulge in a museum, or you want to experience the special atmosphere in an unknown country. But, with so many places to visit, where do you start? Where are the most beautiful places in the world to visit? To make your vacation planning a little easier, here are some of the most beautiful places in the world for you.
1- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2- Paris, France
Paris is one of the most dreamy places on the planet not just for its world-class cuisine and museums, but for its charm. Anyone who has ever visited the City of Lights knows that there’s just something about it. Maybe it’s the pastel-colored streets leading to Montemarte’s Sacré-Cœur or the Eiffel Tower and Champ de Mars at sunset. Without a doubt, Paris has been and probably always will be one of the most admired places on Earth.
3- The pyramids of Giza – Egypt
4- Petra, Jordan
5- The Colosseum – Italy
You can visit countless attractions in the Italian capital, Rome, but do not miss the opportunity to visit the unique Colosseum. The huge arena hosted the gladiatorial battles of the ruling Emperor. An exciting experience!
6- Taj Mahal – India
The Taj Mahal is probably the most glamorous tomb in the world and the most visited attraction in India. We also know why, because this place is more than impressive! The symmetrical white marble building stands out from the azure blue sky. If you are in India, a visit to the city of Agra is a must.
7- Positano, Italy
8- Venice, Italy
Sleepy gondolas meandering their way through the shimmering turquoise waters of the ancient Italian city’s 150 canals are just one of Venice’s gold stars. This 1200-year-old city is certainly the picture of beauty all around the globe for its vibrant art and celebrated architecture. The lagoon culture, which provides the town with specialty seafood, only adds to the city’s allure.
Cappadocia, an area in Turkey where entire cities have been carved into the rock, is pretty incredible on its own. But whenever hot-air balloons pepper the sky, its beauty level literally skyrockets.
10- The Maldives
Like one of Mother Nature’s emoticons, this lovable heart-shaped island can be found in the Republic of the Maldives, a country that is spread out over 35,000 square miles in the Indian Ocean, 250 miles southwest of India. The nation is comprised of 1,190 coral islands formed around 26 natural atolls, each of which is made of a coral reef circling a lagoon. While the Maldives is one the world’s most geographically dispersed countries, it is the smallest Asian country in both land area and population; only 200 of those islands are populated. Hello, deserted island paradise.
11- Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland
Nothing says charming mountain village like Lauterbrunnen. Quaint quiet and quintessentially Swiss, Lauterbrunnen is one of the most picturesque places in the world. Dotted with perfect chalet-style houses scattered over verdant green fields, the entire area feels like something from the Sound of Music. Serene village life isn’t all it has going for it either. The scenery is to die for and even sports the nickname ‘Valley of 72 Waterfalls’ so no wonder it’s one of the most beautiful places in Europe and the world.
12- The Amazon rainforest – South America
Deep green and full of life: these are the key facts of the Amazon rainforest. There is probably no other jungle in the world that is so impressive. For good reason, the Amazon is also called “the green lung of the earth”. Wander through the jungle to the most
13- Trolltunga, Norway
Soaring 700 meters above Lake Ringedalsvatnet is one of the world’s most scenic and beautiful places in the world, Trolltunga. This stunning cliff ledge which translates to “Troll Tounge” provides unbelievable views of the surrounding lakes and fjords and creates an experience so humbling you’ll just have to experience it for yourself. Gaze out at Ringedalsvatnet, splitting the fjords into pieces or the snowcapped mountains off in the distance to learn the definition of epic.
14- Hoover Dam, Nevada, USA
The Hoover Dam (originally known as the Boulder Dam), which holds back the mighty Colorado River forming Lake Mead, is located on the Arizona-Nevada border on Highway 93. It’s 30 miles southeast of Las Vegas. It’s a popular tourist destination whose Bureau of Reclamation tour alone draws nearly 1 million visitors every year. The bureau has been leading visitors through the dam and power plant since the ’30s. It is no less impressive today.
15- Grand Canyon, USA
The Grand Canyon is an overwhelming canyon 277 miles long, in some places no less than 18 miles wide and almost 1.5 miles deep. You can discover the wonders of nature in a variety of ways, including a boat ride across the Colorado River and the surrounding area.
16- Niagara Falls, Canada
Niagara Falls are some of the largest, most beautiful, and most famous waterfalls in the world. They are also some of the most easily accessible. You can walk up and stand on the very edge of the falls, separated only by a railing, without even having to pay a fee.
If you want to see them from a little different perspective, you can take a boat trip to the base of the falls, or go behind the falls and see the water pouring over from above.
The falls consist of three parts: The most spectacular section is the concave Horseshoe Falls, running 640 meters across from the Canadian shore to the American shore. The American Falls, about 330 meters across, is on the New York side, but the best views are from the Canadian side. A small third section, known as Bridal Veil Falls, is located between these two.
On the Canadian side of the falls, a walkway stretches from above the falls all the way along the edge of the gorge, providing spectacular views. At night, the falls are lit up in different colors.
The main viewing area is on the edge of Horseshoe Falls, behind which is the Table Rock Welcome Centre. This building has a restaurant overlooking the falls and is also where you’ll find shops and an information and ticket booth where you can purchase tickets to the various attractions and tours.
Below the falls, the Niagara River flows through the deep walls of the gorge, between 80 meters and 300 meters across, forming the Whirlpool Rapids as the gorge narrows. The waters eventually flow into Lake Ontario.
17- Kalabaka, Greece
18- Northern lights, Norway
While it’s possible to witness the completely crazy phenomenon known as the aurora borealis from any number of locations positioned far enough north, we’re picking Norway as the bucket-list destination. Why? Because it’s Norway. There are fjords, islands, glaciers, whales, moose, and polar bears!
But also because Norway just so happens to be a particularly wonderful spot to see the magical light show that occurs when highly charged electrons from the solar wind meet up with elements in the Earth’s atmosphere along the lines of the magnetic force of the planet’s core (in a nutshell). From the land of the Vikings, you can see some of the strangest and most splendid antics the sky has to offer.
19- Palawan, Philippines
This immaculate string of islands is seen as some of the best in the world and it’s pretty obvious why. Palawan is a fantastic triple threat of diverse wildlife, pristine landscapes, and subterranean marvels. Because of its stretch across the Sulu and South China seas, it boasts a huge variety of nature from steep limestone cliffs to jawdropping coves and unbelievable beaches.
20- Great Barrier Reef, Australia
The largest living structure on the globe, the Great Barrier Reef is comprised of over 2,900 individual reefs and 900 islands; it stretches more than 1,400 miles long the Coral Sea off the coast of Queensland, Australia. Within its 133,000 square miles, the array of life is almost hard to fathom. Amongst the tangle of colorful reefs, more than 600 types of coral reside along with more than 100 species of jellyfish, 1,625 types of fish, 133 varieties of sharks and rays, and more than 30 species of whales and dolphins. That’s a lot of sea creatures! It is one of the most complex ecosystems around; its diversity is only matched by its physical beauty. Plus: heart-shaped reefs (swoon!).
21- Machu Picchu Archaeological Park, Peru
The Petronas Towers, also known as the Petronas Twin Towers, are twin skyscrapers in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. According to the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH)’s official definition and ranking, they were the tallest buildings in the world from 1998 to 2004 when they were surpassed by Taipei 101. The Petronas Towers remain the tallest twin towers in the world. The buildings are a landmark of Kuala Lumpur, along with the nearby Kuala Lumpur Tower; they remained the tallest buildings in Kuala Lumpur until 2020 when they were surpassed by Merdeka PNB 118.
25- Mount Fuji, Japan
Another famous site is Mount Fuji, which is famous for being the highest point in Japan, and also for the beautiful five lakes. Most tourists go here during cherry blossom or autumn season, but it’s a great destination in the summertime as well.
26- Interlaken, Switzerland
Interlaken is one of Switzerland’s most popular summer holiday resorts. In the center of town, Höhematte is a marvel of urban planning with 35 acres of open space. Flower gardens, hotels, and cafés surround the Höheweg, the main boulevard through here with breathtaking vistas of the mountains. The mighty peaks of the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau tower above the town provide excellent opportunities for alpine adventures. Hiking, climbing, abseiling, and kayaking is prime pursuits.
More than 45 mountain railways, cable cars, chairlifts, and ski lifts transport visitors into the surrounding countryside and offer plenty of chances for sightseeing from up above. In the winter, skiers and snowboarders can take their pick from the surrounding resorts and cross-country ski along with the extensive trail network. In the summer, paragliders launch from Beatenberg-Niederhorn. To admire the scenery from lower elevations, hop aboard a paddle steamer for a cruise around the lakes.
27- Cologne, Germany
It may have been nearly destroyed from heavy bombing during World War II, but Cologne today is one of the largest cities in Germany and a major European metropolis. Situated on the Rhine River in the German federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia, Cologne offers several interesting tourist attractions, buzzing nightlife, and a stellar arts and culture scene.
28- Banff National Park, Alberta, Canada
Canada’s most popular national park was also the very first national park in the country. Banff is an iconic national park that is on almost every world traveler’s bucket list — and for a good reason.
In the heart of the Rockies, the park’s rugged mountains are undoubtedly the main attraction. There are plenty of ways to explore them, from a guided tour on horseback to a summer hiking trip (there are over 1,600 kilometers of trails!) to skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities. The bluer-than-blue waters of Lake Louise and Moraine Lake also tend to draw the attention of park visitors. Head to either lake early if you’re hoping to snap a pic with no one else in the frame — but resist the urge to take a dip, as these glacier-fed lakes are freezing cold! If you really want to take a swim, check out the Banff Upper Hot Springs instead, also located in the park.
29- Stryn, Norway
Stryn is a municipality in the county of Vestland, Norway. It is located in the traditional district of Nordfjord. The administrative center of the municipality is the village of Stryn. The municipality is located along the innermost part of the Nordfjorden. Some of the main villages in Stryn include Loen, Innvik, Utvik, Randabygda, Olden, and Flo. Stryneelva is a river in the municipality of Stryn in Vestland county, Norway. Its is length 8 kilometers
30- Drive the Atlanterhavsveien (The Atlantic Road), Norway
The Atlanterhavsveien, or commonly known as the Atlantic Road in English is a gorgeous and impressive drive through one of the best places in Norway. Connecting the mainland of Norway with the pretty island of Averøya, it’s a great place to drive for the day. Make sure to visit Kvernes Stave Church, too. It’s around 600-years old and one of the oldest in the region. Make sure to keep your eyes peeled for Storseisundet Bridge, too.
31- Golden Bridge, Vietnam
The structure was designed at 1,400 meters above sea level, on the hills of Ba Na, and consists of a 150-meter pedestrian walkway. At first glance it seems that these gigantic hands of stone, manage to dominate the landscape and at the same time convey a sense of peace and protection, allowing visitors to be part of nature.
A bridge located above da nang’s ba na hills, in Vietnam, has attracted a lot of attention for its two giant hands which seemingly lift the structure into the sky. standing on the golden bridge, visitors can admire the whole infinite scenery and majestic mountainscape of ba na.
32- Central Park, New York City
Central Park is New York’s backyard. This lush 843-acre patch of nature in the middle of Manhattan is one of the city’s biggest attractions and greatest assets, enjoyed by tourists and locals year-round. Countless scenes from movies and TV shows have been filmed here over the years.
33- Istanbul, Turkey
One of the most ancient cities in the world, Istanbul at times overshadowed even ancient Rome, serving as capital first to Byzantine and then to the Ottoman Empire.
At every turn in the city, you fall over beauty. It teems with Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman palaces, mosques, churches, monasteries, monuments, walls, and ruins. The Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, and the mosques of Süleymaniye, and the Blue Mosque dominate the skyline.
34- Fribourg, Switzerland
The Swiss canton of Fribourg is a little off the beaten tourist track. Located between Geneva and Bern, it’s a region many travelers pass through on the way to somewhere else. It’s well worth spending some time in Fribourg, however. This area has a rich cultural heritage with charming local traditions and customs. The canton is also rich in nature and has a burgeoning gastronomic scene. There are various attractive towns and villages in Fribourg.
35- Bali, Indonesia
Bali appeals through its sheer natural beauty of looming volcanoes and lush terraced rice fields that exude peace and serenity. It is also famous as a surfers paradise! Bali enchants with its dramatic dances and colorful ceremonies, its arts, and crafts, its luxurious beach resorts, and exciting nightlife. And everywhere, you will find intricately carved temples.
