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Cliff

Cliffs of Moher

Cliffs of Moher

One of the most visited tourist sites of Ireland, the vertical Cliffs of Moher tower 650 feet high and plunge abruptly into the churning Atlantic Ocean.

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Grand Canyon

Grand Canyon

This well-known and frequently visited U.S. National Park runs a mile deep, averages 10 miles wide and was carved out over the past 6 million years.

Antelope Canyon

Antelope Canyon

Carved from the Navajo sandstone over the course of countless millenniums, this is one of the most breathtaking places on earth.

Bryce Canyon National Park

Bryce Canyon National Park

This is not a typical canyon, as it is not carved by a river, but by freeze-thaw cycles. Still, it is called a canyon.

Horseshoe Bend

Horseshoe Bend

This horse shaped canyon is just another one of mother nature's wonders.

Canyonlands National Park

Canyonlands National Park

Carved out of vast sedimentary rock deposits, this landscape of canyons and deep river gorges has remarkable natural features that are part of a unique desert ecosystem.

Colca Canyon

Colca Canyon

More than twice as deep as the Grand Canyon, the Colca Valley is an area of astounding scenic beauty, with giant terraces and a depth of 3140 metres.

Havasu Canyon

Havasu Canyon

It is actually a side branch of the Grand Canyon, where turquoise water pools and world class cascades form an extraordinary setting.

Grand Canyon of Yellowstone

Grand Canyon of Yellowstone

The first large canyon on the Yellowstone River, 900 feet deep (275 m) and a half mile (0.8 km) wide.

Crater

Ngorongoro Crater Wildlife Safari

Ngorongoro Crater Wildlife Safari

Ngorongoro crater will offer you a dazzling sight: gazelles, zebras, rhinos, lions, and if you're "lucky" you might even see cheetahs and leopards.

Koko Crater

Koko Crater

An extinct volcanic crater on the south coast of Oahu, measuring 1200 feet high.

Desert

Lut Desert

Lut Desert

This is officially the hottest place on Earth at 159 °F (71 °C).

Thar Desert

Thar Desert

Also known as the Great Indian Desert, it actually lies in two countries: India and Pakistan. With 83 people per sq km, this is the most populated desert in the world.

Gorge

Cheile Bicazului (Bicaz Gorges)

Cheile Bicazului (Bicaz Gorges)

The road that cuts in two the Bicaz Gorges is among Romania's most spectacular. The gorge twists and turns uphill for 5km, cutting through 300m-high limestone rocks.

Turzii Gorges

Turzii Gorges

Turzii Gorges are a protected natural reservation, offering a wild scenery. with steep cliffs and sharp edges.

Hill

Sweet Grass Hills

Sweet Grass Hills

Even though they are quite small, the Sweet Grass Hills are the most visible mountains in Montana and they seem very tall when viewed from distance.

Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateapokaiwhenuakitanatahu

Taumatawhakatangihangakoauauotamateapokaiwhenuakitanatahu

The official Maori name of a hill called Taumata, in New Zealand.

Mountain Range

Parâng Mountains

Parâng Mountains

The Parâng mountain group is a subgroup of mountains in the Southern Carpathians and it is the second highest in Romania, after Fagaras Mountains.

Cave

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Base Jump Cave of Swallows

Base Jump Cave of Swallows

Just when you thought you've seen it all, planet Earth always has something up it's sleeve. And Cave of Swallows is really going to surprise you.

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

Waitomo Glowworm Caves

The Glowworm Cave of Waitomo has attracted millions of people from all over the word, curious to see the tiny glowing creatures.

Ajanta Caves

Ajanta Caves

This rock-cut caves in India date back to the second century BC and contain Buddhist paintings and sculptures.

Blue Grotto

Blue Grotto

An amazing sea cave on the coast of Capri Island, Italy.

Ali-Sadr Cave

Ali-Sadr Cave

Ali-Sadr is the largest water cave in the world.

Grotte de Dargilan

Grotte de Dargilan

One of the largest natural caves in France, discovered in 1880.

Fantasy Cave

Fantasy Cave

Fantasy Cave is definitely one of Bermuda's secret treasures and a 'must see' attraction.

Luray Caverns

Luray Caverns

A magic world is revealed when visiting the largest caves in Eastern America.

Pass

St. Gotthard Pass

St. Gotthard Pass

The most famous of all Alpine passes, at an altitude of 2,108 meters (6,917 feet) above sea level.

Valley

Urubamba Valley

Urubamba Valley

Located close to Machu Picchu, Urubamba Valley is the gateway to the Inca ruins.

Volcano

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Mount Etna

Mount Etna

Mount Etna is one of the most active volcanoes in Europe and is Sicily’s best-known natural attraction.

Kilauea Volcano

Kilauea Volcano

One of the world's most active volcanoes, with a constant eruption since 1983.

Yasur Volcano

Yasur Volcano

Located on the remote island of Tanna, in Vanuatu, this is one of the most accessible active volcanoes in the world.

Stromboli Volcano

Stromboli Volcano

The volcano with the world's longest recorded period of activity: more than 2.000 years.

Mount Vesuvius

Mount Vesuvius

One of the world's most dangerous volcanoes, with many people living near its crater.

Arenal Volcano

Arenal Volcano

The most active volcano in Costa Rica, with its first eruption taking place in 1968.

Unzen Volcano

Unzen Volcano

Mount Unzen is actually a group of volcanoes, with the highest being Mount Fugen, at 1,360 meters (4,462 feet).

Mount Pinatubo

Mount Pinatubo

The volcano that produced the second largest eruption of the 20th century.

Park

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Tayrona National Park, Colombia

Tayrona National Park, Colombia

This is not a beach like you are used to see. It is wild and untouched by civilization. So forget your phone at home and leave your worries behind.

Yellowstone National Park

Yellowstone National Park

Discover the magic of the world's first national park, Yellowstone.

Garajonay National Park

Garajonay National Park

Walking through Garajonay is like returning to the past, since its countryside is truly unspoilt.

Iao Valley State Park

Iao Valley State Park

Towering emerald peaks guard the lush valley floor of Iao Valley. Located in Central Maui, this peaceful state park is home to one of Maui's most popular landmarks, the 1200-foot Iao Needle. This iconic rock peak overlooks Iao stream and is an ideal attraction for easy hiking and sightseeing. Aside from its natural tropical beautiful, sacred Iao Valley has great historical significance. It was here in 1790, at the Battle of Kepaniwai, that King Kamehameha clashed with Maui's army in his quest to unite the islands. Kamehameha defeated Maui's forces in a ferocious battle that ultimately changed the course of Hawaiian history. There is a well-marked path from the parking lot to view Iao Needle and the ridge-top lookout provides incredible views of the valley. The Needle is often covered in clouds, so an early start is your best bet for a good view. Families can also take a rainforest walk or explore interactive exhibits at the Hawaii Nature Center, which is also located within Iao

Richmond Park

Richmond Park

The largest open space in London, covering almost 1,000 hectares (2,500 acres) and home to a huge array of wildlife.

Güell Park

Güell Park

Inspired by nature, Park Güell is a very beautiful garden complex / park designed by architect Antoni Gaudí

Keukenhof

Keukenhof

If you are a tulip aficionado there is a unique must see place on Earth

Cockington Green Gardens

Cockington Green Gardens

Miniature buildings set within beautiful gardens will make your trip to Canberra complete.

Reserve

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The Muddy Volcanoes

The Muddy Volcanoes

Thirty hectares of dry and arid soil, dotted with miniature volcanoes- this is the scenery of the natural geological reservation from Buzau.

Retezat National Park

Retezat National Park

A unique reservation in Romania, which should not be missed.

Plitvice Lakes

Plitvice Lakes

Croatia's first and most important national park, will mesmerize you with it's natural beauty and the harmony of shapes and colours.

Haleakala National Park

Haleakala National Park

Stretching across east Maui, Haleakala National Park is home to Haleakala Crater, an active, but not currently erupting volcano, and Maui's highest peak.

Kapiti Island Nature Reserve

Kapiti Island Nature Reserve

Creating a place where endangered species can once again thrive has also created a rare experience for the small number of people who are allowed to visit Kapiti Island each day.

Nelson Lakes National Park

Nelson Lakes National Park

From easy lakeside walking tracks to challenging alpine hikes, this national park has something for everyone.

Mount Aspiring National Park

Mount Aspiring National Park

Stretch your legs and feed your soul in this remote wilderness of native forests, towering mountains and long river valleys.

Paparoa National Park

Paparoa National Park

Discover lush native forests, amazing pancake rocks, delicate cave formations, underground streams, limestone canyons and towering ocean cliffs - all in one beautiful national park.

Lava

Chamarel - (7) Seven Coloured Earth

Chamarel - (7) Seven Coloured Earth

Chamarel 7 coloured earth is a strange lava formation in Mauritius. Sunrise is the best time to see the Coloured Earths. Geologists are still intrigued by the rolling dunes of multi-coloured lunar-like landscape. The colours, red, brown, violet, green, blue, purple and yellow never erode in spite of torrential downpours and adverse climatic conditions. The phenomena has never been explained but it is believed the earths are composed of mineral rich volcanic ash.

Mountain

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Climb Kilimanjaro

Climb Kilimanjaro

With its three volcanic cones, Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira, Mt. Kilimanjaro is the highest peak in Africa and the highest free-standing mountain in the world at 5895 meters.

Mt. Chimborazo

Mt. Chimborazo

This is the highest point above Earht's center at 20,703 feet (6,310 m) above sea level

Făgăraș Mountains

Făgăraș Mountains

Făgăraș are the highest mountains of the Southern Carpathians, in Romania.

Mount Fuji

Mount Fuji

Japan’s best attractions. No visit to Japan is ever the same without a visit to Mount Fuji.

Mount Rushmore

Mount Rushmore

Featuring the monumental faces of four former Presidents of the USA, Mount Rushmore represents an iconic destination for many travellers to the area.

Zermatt

Zermatt

Surrounded by the highest mountains in Switzerland, Zermatt is probably best known as a platform for skiing and mountaineering.the village, the Matterhorn .

Salt Area

Praid Salt Mine

Praid Salt Mine

An experience like this is not only new and unique, but also reinvigorating and healthy.

Forest

Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary

Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary

This forest in Bali is home to 300 long-tailed Balinese Macaques, just waiting for you to give them some treats.

Mine

Wieliczka Salt Mine

Wieliczka Salt Mine

327 meters deep and more than 300 kilometers long, this mine is one of the world's oldest operating salt mines.

Peak / Summit

Piatra Singuratică (Piatra Unică, Lonely Rock)

Piatra Singuratică (Piatra Unică, Lonely Rock)

Whistler Peak

Whistler Peak

Named after Marmots. Elevation 2182 m (7160')

National Park

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Fiordland National Park

Fiordland National Park

A landscape carved by glaciers, amazing scenery. Few places on earth can compete with this natural environment.

Torres del Paine National Park

Torres del Paine National Park

Discover Torres del Paine: mountains, glacier, lakes and rivers.

Arches National Park

Arches National Park

Over 2000 natural sandstone arches, an area which contains the largest concentration of arches found any where in the world,

Uluru-kata tjuta National Park

Uluru-kata tjuta National Park

Uluru -the big red rock- is Australia's best known natural feature and has become a national symbol.

Humboldt Redwoods State Park

Humboldt Redwoods State Park

Some of the world's oldest redwood groves and trees dating 2,200 years can be found in California.

Denali National Park

Denali National Park

home to Mt. McKinley, North America's highest mountain, known to the native Athabascan Indians as 'Denali'.

Freycinet National Park

Freycinet National Park

Granite mountains, surrounded by azure bays and white sand beaches.

Komodo National Park

Komodo National Park

The three islands which form the park are home to more than 5,500 giant lizards, also called 'Komodo dragons'.

Geological Formation

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Chocolate Hills

Chocolate Hills

1,776 hills spread over an area of more than 50 square kilometres (20 square miles). They are covered in green grass, and because of the way they appear when turning brown in the dry season, they were named the Chocolate Hills.

The Wave - sand dunes between Arizona & Utah

The Wave - sand dunes between Arizona & Utah

The Wave is made out of 190 million year old sand dunes that have turned to red rock, on the border of Arizona and Utah.

Azure Window

Azure Window

Azure Window is a natural archway in the island of Gozo, Malta and it is one of the natural wonders of Europe.

The Romanian Sphinx

The Romanian Sphinx

This giant human head rock on top of the Bucegi Mountains has sparked the interest of the curious along the years.

Strombolicchio

Strombolicchio

A sea stack of volcanic origin, standing above the water, 2 kilometers northeast of the island of Stromboli.

Scenic Lookout

Kintamani

Kintamani

A highland area in Bali, offering dramatic views of the active volcano Mount Batur and serene Lake Batur.

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