A Snapshot Collection of Top 23 Breathtaking Places in the World
TweetGetting lost in any of the most beautiful places worldwide seems to be everybody’s life-cherished dream. Since we are in a world blessed with a wide variety of sceneries that are breathtaking beyond words, it is never a problem to find a hideaway or retreat to relax your heart and soul.
Whenever you are desperate for an escape from urban life and madding crowds, it would be a hard work to select a few places from the awesome collection of fantastic places around the world. Then, you are encouraged to take a look at the 23 world renowned places below which we human like to call the “best.” Beautiful, awe-inspiring, breathtaking…or just a “wow” can speak out your feeling when you are right in these hidden glowing gems.
However, just as people say, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Maybe there are still other places that touch your heart and take your breath. For this reason, we don’t call the places in our list the “most beautiful” of the world.
1. The Grand Canyon, The United States
Photo: aigle_dore, Randy Pertiet
You may see this 277 miles long stretch in many movies, but nothing would beat a personal visit to it? Come and see how the Colorado River has created such a steep canyon throughout more than six million years.
2. The Great Barrier Reef, Australia
Photo: Wikipedia, eutrophication&hypoxia, Sarah_Ackerman
This place is acclaimed one of the most fabulous natural wonders of the world! The spectacular Great Reef Marine Park, plus the huge variety of sporting activities, attracts millions of visitors each year.
3. Machu Picchu, Peru
Photo: Elena Maria, Fernando Stankuns
Maybe you are much more familiar with its moniker – the Lost City of the Incas!
4. Florida, The United States
Photo: StevenM_61, Cayusa, Innisfree Hotels, Bob Therina
Seated in the southeastern part of the US, this state boasts the world’s most beautiful palm beaches, as well as the moderate climate.
5. South Island, New Zealand
Photo: Sandy Austin, Christopher Chan
Spectacular mountains, golden sand beaches, lush beech forests, enjoyable climate, and a large array of water-related activities are just a few among what make this island world famous.
6. Cape Town, South Africa
Photo: DanieVDM, 333junction
Nicknamed “Heaven on Earth,” this peaceful town really deserves this title! Isolated at the tip of the African Continent, it nicely shows how marvelous the almighty nature actually is.
7. Harmandir Sahib, India
Photo: Wikipedia
Also known as the Golden Temple, this place is rated to be the most tangibly spiritual place in the world, pampered with the rich history and holiest faith of Sikhs.
8. Las Vegas, The United States
Photo: aigle_dore, John De Jong
Welcome to Las Vegas, the Entertainment Capital of the World for shoppers, foodies, gamers, vacationers and night animals!
9. Sydney, Australia
Sydney bills itself as Australia’s hub of culture, entertainment, sightseeing and sporting. So looking for a one-of-a-kind vacation? Plunge into Sydney!
10. New York City, The United States
Photo: Wikipedia, Brian G. Wilson
With one of the most distinctive skylines in the world, the Big Apple is home to a myriad of natural or man-made wonders.
11. Iguazu Falls, Brazil & Argentina
Photo: Wikipedia, Phillie Casablanca, spotmaticfanatic
No words can describe the grandeur of Iguazu Falls. Besides a view from distance, be sure to appreciate the falls at the suspended platform and watch the roaring water plunging more than 80-meter cliff.
12. The Pyramids, Egypt
Photo: IDS.photos, amaidment1980
Today, there is still curiosity about how these incredible monuments were actually constructed. Or maybe by somewhat mysterious or unexplainable power, just as the fictions say.
13. Lake Saiful Muluk, Pakistan
Photo: manalahmadkhan
This beautiful lake rests in the northern end of the Kaghan Valley, fed by the fresh and clear glaciers of Malka Parbat. Each and every hour of the day narrates different beauty and splendor of the lake.
14. Canadian Rockies, Canada
As the segment of North American Rocky Mountains in Canada, this area is brimming with snow-capped mountains, inspiring scenery, wildlife, lakes and a multitude of activities for all ages.
15. Taj Mahal, India
This white marble construction, regardless of its original function as the mausoleum for a queen, today is symbol of love, a icon of Muslim art and the jewel of Mughal architecture.
16. The Great Wall of China, China
Photo: Phil @ Delfryn Design, Matthew Winterburn
He who has never been to the Great Wall is not a true man! This man-made structure shows the unexpected capabilities of men that lived in over 2,000 years ago.
17. Petra, Jordan
Photo: sharnik, ChrisYunker, Wikipedia
Without a doubt, this unique city is one of the most valuable wonders ever created by Nature and Man! It is among the 40 places you have to see before you die by the BBC.
18. Lake Baikal, Russia
Photo: Dave-Gray
A heaven for adventure seekers and lake lovers! Lake Baikal is the world’s oldest and deepest lake. Its water is so transparent that a white disk of 10cm in radius can be seen even down to 40 meters.
19. Yellowstone National Park, The United States
Photo: Alaskan Dude
Situated mainly in Wyoming State, this is the first national park in America and even in the world! Apart from a wide collection of wildlife and plants, this park is also home to a large caldera, terrific petrified forest, and the largest lake in North America.
20. Paro Taktsang, Bhutan
Photo: dorgel1, andreakw, Wikipedia
This temple complex is artfully nestled on a cliff of the upper Paro Valley. It was first built in 1692 and today is seen as a sacred site for Himalayan Buddhist.
21. Matterhorn Mountain, Switzerland
Photo: Wikipedia
14,692 ft tall at the highest point, this snow blanketed mountain is world renowned for its difficult terrain and beautiful mountain scenery.
22. Cliffs of Moher, Island
How does it feel like to stand on the edge of the world? Cliffs of Moher will tell you!
23. Paris, France
Photo: Anirudh Koul, Wikipedia, aigle_dore
For decades, Paris has been a dream destination for lovers, art enthusiasts, fashion icons and luxury seekers. Champs-Elysees, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum…the list for Paris’ best goes on and on.
I think The Great Wall and Petra are the most breathtaking ones. No wonder they are among the most valuable wonders in the world.
Florida is the best!!
Wow, truly fantastic places…only went to Yellowstone once…but plan to give a visit to the Grand Canyon next month.
its nice to hear that someone likes Irland,
NY is actually the most visited city in the country. Always so many things to do at Times Square.
With more than 80 million visitors each year, well, there’s no more to see in Paris but the visitors.
Second, all the good stuff are outside the Paris city.
Give me back my breath, Iguazu Falls.
Take my breath away, Florida. Just take it. See if I can get it back.
Deep down in my heart, Las Vegas is not breathtaking. It’s adrenal rush-inspiring. For all of the crazy stuff I did there, no such thing impressed me as much as the Great Canyon. You easily get festive in Las Vegas with all the fun things out there, the hectic status lasts for minutes, or even shorter, then it’s gone, the way any crush does on you. While the Canyon is nothing short of sublime and magnificent. That kind of landscape remains in your mind for a long time and longer than you would ever think.
France is my favorite country in the world, I would go there all the time if I could! I need to marry a french man haha
“I’m a big big girl, in a big big world” LOL… just listen to the song when browsing this page. Well, I just have a small small wish – traveling around the world and seeing all these breathtaking places with my own eyes.
Shall we see these pictures just convincing us to spend out time with whom we love? That too is so much blissful. But are we sure contemplating the beauty of the nature that the Divine will not touch us?
Wonderful places,i would like to visit grand canyon once
In real, these are beautiful and serene places captured in the camera. Anyone can be fascinated with these pictures as they are providing a natural look.
wow full of amazement and wonder. I am truly fascinated. Cant get enough of my traveling feet
wow, relly beautigul scenery. i like it so much. keep sharing
I must bookmark this page. I love traveling and this is a great list for me. I hope one day I can visit all of the above breathtaking places.
I wish I will have the chance to see all this beautiful places before I grow old. They are very lovely and a real creation from God. If only people will learn to appreciate this and take care of it, the new generation will also be lucky to see it.
wow..this really moved me..it really makes me wanna go to those places..although i’ve already read about some of the places like, taj mahal, new york, las vegas, great wall of china..but the rest, are really amazing..nature is indeed mysterious..share some more please..
all of the places look so beautiful i hope to visit
Wow,these are spectacular.Never seen such amazing places till now. Now that makes me go to such places.
Wow nice snaps wish i could visit all these places. Hats off to the photographer
Switzerland! I have always wanted to see Switzerland and from these photos I want to see it even more. These places are so natural – so breathtakingly wonderful! It’s good to know there are places such as these all over the world for one to enjoy and not destroy!
Cape Town – a God’s gift to mankind! History, Culture, Scenery, Gourmet Food, Friendly People… anything you’ve expected or not. You have so many things to do: Table Mountain, Penguins at Boulders Beach, Cape Point, Chapman’s Peak Drive, Stellenbosch, V&A Waterfront. Just get your time and bucks prepared!
I live in Florida and yes it is definitely breathtaking! So much beaches and the likes!
Er…the typical list of tourism spots of the world. Just love to see the pics.