Whenever you think that you have visited everything
that has to be visited and have seen everything that has to be seen, there's
always certain things that you've missed. If you're confident about it, remember
you need to go out more.
Here is a list of less popular locations that one
should definitely visit. These places are blessings on Earth.
1. The Grand Prismatic Spring in the USA
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This is considered as the largest hot water spring
on Earth. Its diameter is about 370ft in diameter!
2. Cappadocia, Turkey
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Many of you might have heard about the natural
beauty of Turkey. How many of you have visited there? Check if you've visited
this place too. If not, you can join a hot air balloon tour that starts with an
amazing sunrise and see the prestigious fairy chimneys, valleys and canyons.
3. Mammoth Lakes, California
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This heart-shaped hot water spring with an
interesting name is located in the middle of a valley.
4. Kakslauttanen Hotel, Finland
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The Arctic is too cold. Am I wrong? But, believe
me. Someone built an incredible cozy hotel with nice and warm igloos in the
middle of the forest out there. This hotel is a perfect destination for couples
to spend romantic nights under the Aurora Borealis.
5. St. Michael’s Mount, Cornwall, England
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The history of this castle runs back to 1000 years.
It says that both the chapel and the castle were home of the St. Aubyn family
since 1650.
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6. Cenote Ik-Kil, Mexico
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The cenote which is open to the sky is about 60m
(200ft) in diameter and 40m (130ft) in depth. The water level of this is about
26m (85ft) below the ground level and we could see a carved stairway down to a
swimming platform.
Moreover, we could see a lot of vines reaching
forming small waterfalls too. In addition we could see black cat fish too. It
is believed that Cenote Ik Kil which has been used for relaxation and ritual
services in the past is sacred to the Mayans.
7. Smoo Cave, Scotland
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Smoo cave is one of the most interesting caves in
Scotland. And also it's the largest cave in Britain. Smoo means an area or a
hole where you can hide.
8. Black Canyon of the Colorado, Arizona
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This canyon of the Colorado River is located in
between Arizona and Nevada. As per the scientists, it appeared around 15
million years ago. This has been named after the black volcanic rocks in the
area.
9. Socotra Island, Yemen
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The plants on Socotra Island will make you doubt
whether you are on Earth. It's quite interesting to hear that this area doesn't
have any roads. There are shipwrecks everywhere on this island.
10. Tongariro, New Zealand
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Tongariro which is a world heritage site and the
national park in New Zealand was used to film the Lord of the Rings film trilogy
in between 2000 and 2003.
11. National Park, Channel Islands
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Sark, which is an island in the Channel Islands in
the Southwestern English Channel, is one of the hidden cool locations on Earth.
The population of this island is around 500. However, cars are banned from the
roads and horse-drawn vehicles and tractors are used instead.
12. Wisteria Tunnel, Kitakyushu, Japan
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Are you wondering why you need to visit this place?
The main reason is because it contains about 150 Wisteria flowering plants of
20 varieties. If you love to get the perfect picture of the tunnel, it's better
to visit in late April or early May.
13. Bajos del Toro, Costa Rica
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Bajos del Toro is one of the least explored
paradises in the Alajuela province which leads its path to hidden treasure
waterfall. Make sure to spend your time hiking the trails through the crystal
clear waters and then climbing the stairs to get an incredible sight of a
waterfall that you have not even thought of.
14. Ruins of San Ignacio MinÃ, Argentina
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Known to be one of the most secret and unique
locations, this place has the ruins of San Ignacio Minà which is a 17th-century
Jesuit mission complex. The ruins of a school, dormitories, a hospital and a
stone church with a wooden interior can be seen. The complex had survived about
200 years, before the natives destroyed it.
15. Mount Edith Cavell, Canada
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Named after Edith Cavell, an English nurse in 1916,
the mountain has wonderful alpine meadows, fragrant subalpine forest, and a
marvelous view of the Angel Glacier in the Cavell area. Edith Cavell, the
nurse, was executed by German soldiers during World War I because she was
helping Allied soldiers flee occupied Belgium to the Netherlands.
16. Marble Caves, Chile
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The magnificent Marble Caves of Patagonia have
formed as a result of waves for more than 6,200 years. You can access the
marble caves only by boat. The color of the marble caves make it more alluring.
Interestingly, this color changes depending on the time of the year.
17. Lake in Sabah, Malaysia
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Sabah beaches and lakes are well-known for their
white sand and crystal clear water. The most striking sunsets of the world
along with the isolated islands will definitely make you astonished. I bet,
you'd never want to leave the place if you go there once.
18. Ithaa Undersea Restaurant, Maldives
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“Ithaa'' suggests “mother of pearl.” This
restaurant which is located 5m (16ft) below the sea level at the Conrad
Maldives Rangali Island is the very first all-glass undersea restaurant which
offers a great opportunity to watch a lot of fish while dining. Plus, you could
stay dry, warm and comfortable.
19. Panjin Red Beach, China
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The reason behind the red color of this beach is
the growth of the plant, Suaeda vera. This plant which remains green during the
summer turns into deep red color during the fall creating a mesmerizing
landscape. However, many parts of this red beach are closed for the public and
only a remote section is allowed for the tourists.
20. Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia
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How do you feel when you see this landscape? The
falls at the very end of the lakes concealed by the thick foliage are amazing!
Remember, you will have to be extremely attentive if you want to notice the
beauty of it.
Hope you've enjoyed the collection. Let us know if
you have some more lesser-known locations in your mind. Happy trails until we
meet again!
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