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Reflection Canyon, Utah, USA The state of Utah has a bounty of scenic vistas, from the jagged rocks of Bryce Canyon to the green peaks of Wasatch Mountain State Park up north. But one of the most impressive bird's-eye views is of Reflection Canyon, a dramatic rock formation in the Glen Canyon National Recreation Area. Here the remote canyon can be seen in all its glory.
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Neuschwanstein Castle, Schwangau, Germany This castle's stunning architecture and hilltop location isn't rivalled by many other fortresses and is arguably one of Europe's most famous. Built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria to use as a private retreat from public life, the castle and its dreamy towers and turrets, which could have been plucked straight from a fairy tale, served as inspiration for Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Castle.
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Bagan, Mandalay Region, Myanmar Cast your eye across the ancient city of Bagan and be spellbound by its otherworldly beauty. An incredible number of temples, palaces, pagodas and monasteries lie cheek-by-jowl along the Irrawaddy River. In fact, Bagan has the most concentrated area of Buddhist religious structures in the world and each one has its own unique charm and history.
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Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and Zambia However you look at it, this huge, thundering waterfall on the Zambezi River is pretty incredible. Straddling Zimbabwe and Zambia, with cascades more than 5,500 feet (1,700m) wide and 355 feet (108m) tall, it’s one of the world’s largest waterfalls. It’s also among the loudest, making such a racket and creating such a cloud of mist that the Kalolo-Lozi people named it Mosi-oa-Tunya, or The Smoke That Thunders.
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Maroon Bells, Colorado, USA The Elk Mountains in Colorado are crammed full of inspiring viewpoints and enchanting landscapes. Yet of all of them, nowhere is quite like the Maroon Bells. Two of the highest peaks in the region, these soaring mountains reflect in Crater Lake during sunny days, creating a natural mirror that captures this untouched landscape.
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Marble Caves, Aysen, Chile It's easy to see how this remote wonder earned its name. The calcium carbonate caves have been chiselled out by the sea over thousands of years, and the resulting swirls of turquoise, mint and smoky grey look just like marble. Their far-out location on the General Carrera Lake in Patagonia means they've stayed largely untouched and unspoiled.
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Puente Nuevo, Ronda, Spain Taking over 30 years to build, Puente Nuevo is the newest of a trio of bridges that stretch over the El Tajo gorge. Completed in 1793, it connects the city's old and new towns. There’s also a history museum here dedicated to the bridge whose building once served as a prison. It's certainly a one-of-a-kind sight.
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Skeleton Coast, Namibia As harsh, desolate and eerie as its name suggests, Namibia’s Skeleton Coast is the epitome of untamed natural beauty. Located between the former German colonial town of Swakopmund and the Angolan border, the 311-mile (500km) coastline encompasses towering sand dunes, crashing waves fuelled by the icy Benguela Current, and the scattered remains of animal bones and shipwrecks which give the region its moniker.
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Helmcken Falls, British Columbia, Canada Here to prove that not all waterfalls were made equal, Helmcken Falls in British Columbia is a sight to behold. Positioned on the Murtle River within Wells Gray Provincial Park, this 462-foot (141m) wonder was brought to wide attention in 1913 by Robert Henry Lee. Helmcken is by far one of the most scenic spots in all of North America and visitors can enjoy panoramic views of the titan from a viewing platform on the rim of the canyon.
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Patagonia, Argentina and Chile A rugged landscape of jagged peaks, shimmering lakes, ancient forests and vast glaciers, Patagonia is a region that captures the imagination and has an irresistible appeal for adventurers. The three sharp granite towers that rise bewitchingly in the background of this image are one of the vast national park's most striking landmarks. Known as Torres del Paine, they formed over 12 million years ago.
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Uluru, Northern Territory, Australia The imposing beauty and spiritual significance of this mammoth monolith, which thrusts out of the red dirt in the desolate centre of Australia, is unnerving. Surrounded by the Red Centre's untamed wilderness as far as the eye can see, there's something truly primeval about the ancient sandstone boulder. It's a hugely sacred site for the Anangu people – the custodians of the land – and one of the greatest natural wonders of the world.
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Milford Sound, Fiordland, New Zealand With soaring snow-capped mountains, dazzling waters and lush rainforest, the majesty of New Zealand's Fiordland National Park gives Norway a run for its money. The jewel in the crown of this magical region in the island's southwest corner is Milford Sound, one of 14 fiords. Writer Rudyard Kipling was definitely onto something when he called it the "eighth wonder of the world”.
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Stuolagil Canyon, Iceland Prehistoric in appearance, Stuolagil Canyon is one of the world's most underrated treasures. Often overlooked in favour of Iceland's better-known attractions, this spectacular gorge is the country's best-kept secret. The canyon was formed when a powerful glacial river pushed its way from the highlands to the north of the island, cutting through ancient volcanic rock as it went. The result, we're sure you'll agree, is out of this world.
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Manhattan, New York, USA Manhattan’s jagged, glinting, gleaming cityscape is one of the world’s most famous and recognisable vistas. It looks gorgeous in any light, from the pale haze of dawn to sunset and after dark, when New York City’s bright lights shimmer over the broad Hudson River. And it's not just the skyline. From the glorious green space that is Central Park and the famous cables of the Brooklyn Bridge to the city’s famous brownstones, every inch of the Big Apple is ridiculously photogenic
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Ha Long Bay, Quang Ninh, Vietnam Featuring a constellation of roughly 1,600 limestone karst islands, Ha Long Bay takes its name from an ancient legend about the dragon Ha Long, who is thought to act as protector of the Vietnamese people. It’s not hard to see why local people turned to myths and legends to make sense of the landscape here: mist-draped and suffused with emerald light in this atmospheric shot, the sprawling archipelago looks every bit as otherworldly as the ancient tales suggest.
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Giethoorn, Overijssel, the Netherlands Just northeast of Amsterdam, bordering Overijssel’s Weerribben-Wieden National Park, is a remote Dutch village hailed for its heavenly waterways. Founded around 1230, Giethoorn’s canals are thought to have been created by monks to transport peat through the area. Today, the village is famed for having no roads – its thatched farmhouses are connected by a maze of canals flanked by over 150 wooden bridges
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Prokletije, Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro There's no denying the beauty of the Alpine landscapes of Switzerland, France and Italy, but many overlook the unmatched majesty of Prokletije, also known as the Albanian Alps. Positioned in the western Balkan peninsula, this incredible mountain range extends through Albania, Kosovo and Montenegro. Dotted with quaint villages, lush woodlands and rambling mountain passes, this region is an extraordinary spot for a hike.
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Cliffs of Moher, County Clare, Ireland Witness nature at its most awe-inspiring from these towering cliffs on the west coast of Ireland. Reaching heights of up to 702 feet (214m), these are some of the tallest cliffs in Europe and definitely the most majestic. The panoramas from the cliff edge are jaw-dropping: the crashing Atlantic Ocean, surreal sea stacks and dramatic Irish skies.
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Khiva, Uzbekistan Encircled by walls laid in the 10th century, Itchan Kala (Khiva’s Inner City) has a singular collection of historic buildings, giving a fascinating insight into Central Asian Islamic architecture. But more than any individual sight – like the Kalta Minor Minaret, sumptuous Tosh Hovli Palace or ornately tiled Pahlavon Mahmud Mausoleum – Itchan Kala’s most astounding feature is how well-preserved it feels. Its mud-walled streets and courtyard homes seem barely touched by modern life
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Burano, Veneto, Italy Looking out to the Venetian lagoon, Burano's eye-catching houses line the streets and canals in a colourful maze. It's thought that the island got its signature look back in the day when fishermen painted their houses as brightly as possible, so they would be easier to spot in the thick fog so common on the lagoon. A popular day-trip destination from Venice, Burano is also famous for its artisan lace-making.
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