10 Jaw-Dropping Places to Visit Once in a Lifetime
Sure we all dream of the epic travel moments, the ones where you are standing in an exact place that is so incredible you can’t bring yourself to find the words to describe it, you are on the edge of the world. These are the bucket list destinations that impact your mind and change the way you look at earth. And whether you’re totally a globe-trotter type, or that kind of person who dreams about going, there are some places that are just that, wow. Every photo looks like a postcard, every second spent there is just magic.
However, there are just too many places to visit and you don’t know where to go. Fear not! So we’ve compiled a list of 10 jaw dropping places you should put on your “once in a lifetime” list. Each place is beautiful in its own brand of mystery and adventure. So grab your bags (or, you know, your mental bags) and let’s go on a little trip to some of the most amazing places on earth.
Machu Picchu, Peru
Machu Picchu is a city that feels lost in the Andes, hidden high in their mountain sides. Against lush green mountains, these set ancient Incan ruins are so majestic that it seems a scene out of a fantasy movie. The view at the top will make you speechless, but the hike up may take your breath away.
Santorini, Greece
Postcard perfect Santorini boasts its array of white washed buildings with deep blue domes over the Aegean Sea. People literally stop in their tracks to watch these sunsets, because they are so stunning. You’ll see why people have fallen in love with it for centuries as the sky changes from orange to pink to purple.
Great Barrier Reef, Australia
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to dive into a living, breathing, kaleidoscope, the Great Barrier Reef is where you want to be. The largest coral reef system in the world, its sparkling waters hide an amazing underwater world of colored coral, tropical fish and even a turtle here and there. In fact, you don’t even have to be a scuba expert, as snorkeling will put you front row to this aquatic wonderland.
Taj Mahal, India
An architectural marvel, this famous symbol of love is so much more than that. Who would have thought that the ivory white monument stands in such contrast to the circus of people and cars in Agra, especially as it radiates such otherworldly beauty? The Taj Mahal changes colors as the light changes through the day, glowing in different shades, so you will never forget the sight.
Antelope Canyon, USA
Antelope Canyon in Arizona is one of those places that has been tucked away on an alien planet. Over the centuries water and wind have carved the narrow, winding canyon, smooth, swirling walls that glow with warm reds and oranges. You will walk through its magical corridors, like you’d gone through the pages of a fairytale.
Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park
Picture yourself gazing up at the sun as it rises over the African savannah, gazelles, wildbeest and elephants stretch across the planes. Africa’s wildlife is in the heart of the Serengeti, and experiencing the Great Migration there is once in a lifetime. It’s nature’s greatest spectacle, set to you directly in front, and sheer power and beauty of the animal kingdom in action.
The Northern Lights, Norway
The night sky lighting up and dancing in greens, pinks and violets holds something mystical about it. Norway’s dark, clear skies give some of the best vantage points to see the Northern Lights, or aurora borealis, a natural light show like no other. Wherever you are tucked away in a cozy cabin or gazing up from the frozen fjords the Northern Lights will transport you to a dream.
Petra, Jordan
An ancient wonder known since centuries for its pink – hued sandstone cliffs, Petra is called the “Rose City”. As you walk down the narrow Siq to reach the Treasury, a towering temple carved out of the rock you feel, in many ways, that you step back in time. Stories of a now lost civilisation in the desert lie in wait behind every corner of this hidden city.
Iceland’s Blue Lagoon
The Blue Lagoon is a natural wonder, but Iceland may be more famous for its glaciers and volcanic landscapes. Nestled in a lava field, this geothermal spa is truly natural, with warm, mineral rich water to soak in while surrounded by snowcapped mountains, it’s simply surreal. There’s also something special about floating in warm water with cold, crisp air swirling around you.
Nepal Mount Everest Base Camp
Not everyone can summit the world’s tallest mountain but trekking to Everest Base Camp is its own adventure. It covers picturesque Himalayan villages, stunning landscapes. You’ll understand just how big the world’s highest peak is, when you finally make it to the base camp, standing in the shadow of Everest, and maybe you’ll feel a little closer to the heavens.
Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.
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Even if you’ve been on a safari in the past, an African photo safari is something you want to experience or at the very list add to the top of your bucket list.
But first, what is a photo safari? The phrase “photo safari” is not a common sentence structure but its meaning can be deduced easily. An African photo safari in general context means going on an adventure with the sole purpose of taking high-quality pictures.
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