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Mountain summits, lakeside forests, sculptural desert rock forms, luminous lagoons\u2026 the world is full of wonders to nourish the eye. But where to start? You could form a whole separate bucket list of the most beautiful places in the world, before you begin to break that beauty down by scenery, nature, manmade forms and wildlife. Some landscapes are just pleasing to the eye, and must be protected at all costs; tread lightly when visiting these exceptionally beautiful spots across the globe.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Great Barrier Reef, Australia<\/span><\/h2>\n

Famously up there with the most beautiful places in the world, the world\u2019s largest coral reef system gleams a neon turquoise. Sailing around and landing on its islands, you\u2019ll see white sand beaches and spot turtles, clownfish and giant clams on snorkels. Visit on <\/span>Luxury Gold\u2019s Inspiring Australia tour.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

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The Great Barrier Reef, Australia<\/p><\/div>\n

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Machu Picchu, Peru<\/span><\/h2>\n

Set 7,972 feet above sea level in the Andes Mountains, this mysterious citadel is not just one of the most beautiful places in the world, it’s one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Reached at the end of an epic hike \u2013 or a scenic train ride \u2013 the classic view of the city is from the Guardian\u2019s House. Take the train option on <\/span>Luxury Gold\u2019s Treasures of the Incas tour<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Machu Picchu, Peru<\/p><\/div>\n

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Pamukkale, Turkey<\/span><\/h2>\n

This western Turkish town is famous for its natural white travertine terraces, their scoops of natural pools filled by nourishing hot springs. Their gleaming white frame makes the pools an exquisite, luminous ice-blue. Visit on a day-trip from Marmaris or Dalaman on the coast.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Pamukkale’s travertine terraces, Turkey<\/p><\/div>\n

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Avenue of the Baobabs, Madagascar<\/span><\/h2>\n

Enormous and pillar-like, there\u2019s something uncanny about these vast baobab trees, some of which are over 800 years old and over 98ft tall. Often photographed silhouetted against a fiery Madagascan sunset, they\u2019re found on the road between <\/span>Morondava and Belon\u2019i Tsiribihina.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Avenue of the Baobabs, Madagascar<\/p><\/div>\n

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Fiordland, South Island, New Zealand<\/span><\/h2>\n

Another country that pops up on list of the most beautiful places in the world is New Zealand. Peaceful, uninterrupted nature sprawls across much of its South Island, but most famous is Milford Sound, a shimmering fiord backed by peaks and waterfalls in the Fiordland region. <\/span>On Luxury Gold\u2019s tour<\/span><\/a>, you\u2019ll visit lesser-known but just as ravishing neighbour, Doubtful Sound, on an overnight cruise.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Milford Sound, New Zealand<\/p><\/div>\n

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Bagan, Myanmar<\/span><\/h2>\n

This ancient city and Unesco World Heritage Site is an arresting mix of stupa-topped temples and dense forest, often seen in magical mists. There are more than 3,500 temples and pagodas here, some dating back 800 years and many eerily overgrown with mossy foliage.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Temples in Bagan, Myanmar<\/p><\/div>\n

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Redwood National and State Parks, California, USA<\/span><\/h2>\n

California\u2019s towering redwood trees are one for the bucket list: this west coast state\u2019s hiking trails and national parks are some of the most beautiful places in the world, let alone in North America. Home to the world\u2019s tallest trees \u2013 some more than 370ft high \u2013 these forest dwarf their visitors and emphasize the sheer force of nature.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Redwood National and State Parks, California<\/p><\/div>\n

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Okavango Delta, Botswana<\/span><\/h2>\n

One of the few wetlands systems that does not flow into a sea or ocean, this complex inland waterway is a honeypot for incredible wildlife, with little human development to spoil the view. Visit during the dry season to see elephants, leopards, lions, buffalo and over 560 bird species.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Okavango Delta, Botswana<\/p><\/div>\n

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Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Japan<\/span><\/h2>\n

Close to Kyoto, this dense forest of light-filtering bamboo is a restorative place to spend an afternoon. Hiking trails through the tall, thin stems, you\u2019ll feel an immense sense of peace, before exploring the nearby Togetsukyo Bridge and temples in Sagano.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Japan<\/p><\/div>\n

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Petra, Jordan<\/span><\/h2>\n

Rose-gold pillars and ornate panels carved into sheer rock face, this desert city in the ancient kingdom of Jordan is a must-see on your travels. Built by the Nabatean civilisation over 2,000 years ago, it looks like a scene from a sci-fi film set on another planet; visit at night to see it illuminated by hundreds of candles.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The ancient city of Petra, Jordan<\/p><\/div>\n

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Victoria Falls, Zambia\/Zimbabwe<\/span><\/h2>\n

Known for the rainbows that float above their crashing mists, these vast waterfalls form a natural border between these two African countries on the Zambezi River. Take the path along the edge to be misted with spray and hear the roar which gave them the local name <\/span>Mosi-oa-Tunya \u2013 \u201cThe Smoke that Thunders\u201d.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe<\/p><\/div>\n

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Len\u00e7\u00f3is Maranhenses National Park, Maranh\u00e3o, Brazil<\/span><\/h2>\n

A protected swathe of land in northeastern Brazil, this national park has surreal sand dunes cradling turquoise lagoons. A Unesco world heritage site and one of the less obvious of our most beautiful places in the world, its white sand against bright water has an otherworldly beauty to it.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Dunes at Len\u00e7ois Maranhenses National Park<\/p><\/div>\n

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Rocky Mountains, Canada\/USA<\/span><\/h2>\n

These dramatic mountain peaks cut down through North America from Canada well into the United States<\/a>, a series of craggy charcoal mountains swathed in handsome evergreen forest. Banff National Park is one of the most gorgeous spots; while the Rocky Mountaineer train, travelling through the area, is a bucket list favourite. See the best of the area on Luxury Gold\u2019s <\/span>Majesty of the Rockies<\/span><\/a> tour.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Sunset in Banff National Park, Canada<\/p><\/div>\n

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Yuanyang Rice Terraces, China<\/span><\/h2>\n

There are around 17,000 hectares of gently shelving rice paddies in this area of Yunnan, China, prompting intrepid visitors to come from far and wide for the local hiking trails and photography opportunities. Part of the UNESCO-recognised <\/span>Honghe Hani Rice Terraces<\/span> area, they\u2019re not just one of the most beautiful places in the world, they’re one of the oldest continually-farmed areas anywhere, using the same methods for centuries.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Mount Teide, Tenerife<\/span><\/h2>\n

The highest mountain in Spain sits on the dramatic, volcanic Canary Island of Tenerife. A striking, Mars-like terrain of crumbling black rock and lava forms, it\u2019s also a great place to go stargazing, with some of the clearest skies in Europe. Take the challenging hike or catch the cable car up to the summit.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Blue Lagoon, Iceland<\/span><\/h2>\n

This Nordic country is home to more than 20 hot springs and geothermal pools, but this most famous turquoise lagoon is known for its luminous powder-blue waters, mystical clouds of steam and black rocky surrounds. Geothermal heat warms the water to a comfy 99-102 Fahrenheit, creating a natural hot tub with otherworldly views all around.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Sossusvlei, Namibia<\/span><\/h2>\n

A spectacular, barren landscape, Sossusvlei contains both enormous, rust-red sand dunes and flat, white salt pans that make it one of the most beautiful places in the world. It\u2019s part of the Namib Desert, with curious plant and wildlife that have adapted to the extreme, arid conditions. You can camp at a luxury tented camp in the area, or fly over the landscape by hot air balloon.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Pitons, St Lucia<\/span><\/h2>\n

These lush, emerald twin mountain peaks are the gateway to dense forest, cocoa plantations and exotic wildlife on this \u2013 perhaps the prettiest of all Caribbean islands. You can see their majesty from many a luxury resort or white sand beach in the area, but the brave choose to climb them at sunrise, or hike around their foot trails.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Trans-Bhutan Trail, Bhutan<\/span><\/h2>\n

Of all of the world\u2019s most naturally-blessed hiking trails, this might be the ultimate. Winding through the cut-off-from-the-world Asian country of Bhutan, the 403km route dates back to the 16th century, but is only just opening up to global tourists. You\u2019ll see rice paddies, huge Buddha statues, incredible mountainside temples and villages with fluttering prayer flags along the way.<\/span><\/p>\n

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St Moritz, Switzerland<\/span><\/h2>\n

Views of the Swiss Alps from the Alpine towns of St Moritz and Zermatt are unparalleled. <\/span>Expect snow-capped mountain peaks, mirror-smooth lakes, fairytale evergreen forests and more from one of the most beautiful places in the world. To see these areas and ride the sought-after Glacier Express train, visit on Luxury\u2019s Gold\u2019s <\/span>Majestic Switzerland<\/span><\/a> tour.<\/span><\/p>\n

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St. Moritz at dusk<\/p><\/div>\n

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Ha Long Bay, Vietnam<\/h2>\n

With enormous limestone karsts rising up from tranquil waters like the humps of a sea monster, this bay in northeast Vietnam is one of the most sought-after sights in Southeast Asia. Vietnam\u2019s traditional wooden junks and overnight tourist cruises ply the waters, passing white beaches and turquoise lagoon \u2013 visit on <\/span>Luxury Gold\u2019s Inspiring Indochina tour<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Serene Ha Long Bay, Vietnam<\/p><\/div>\n

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Geirangerfjord, Norway<\/span><\/h2>\n

Norway\u2019s fjords are a soothing prospect: vast and unspoiled, their towering, mossy cliffs lead to pure forest and snow-capped heights. This Unesco World Heritage Site might be the most fairytale-perfect, with skyscraper-tall waterfalls and tiny, elfin cottages trimming its shores. Visit on Luxury Gold\u2019s <\/span>Timeless Scandinavia<\/span><\/a> tour.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Geraingerfjord is Norway’s largest fjord<\/p><\/div>\n

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Monteverde Cloud Forest, Costa Rica<\/h2>\n

Costa Rica\u2019s carefully protected interior is known for its complex ecosystems \u2013 in Monteverde, you\u2019ll find over 2,500 species of plant and more than 500 types of orchid alone, not to mention 30 species of hummingbird and sloths, toucans and golden toads. Strolling along suspended walkways through the treetops is a magical experience.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Colorful toucan in Costa Rica<\/p><\/div>\n

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Table Mountain, South Africa<\/h2>\n

South Africa is packed with incredible vistas, from its wave-lashed coastline (where whales and sharks can be seen from above) to the dense green pastures of its Cape Winelands, and idyllic Garden Route beaches. Table Mountain is the must-see for visitors to Cape Town, with panoramic views over the city\u2019s skirts and a \u201ctablecloth\u201d of mist and cloud often draped over its heights. Visit on Luxury Gold\u2019s <\/span>Spectacular South Africa<\/span><\/a> tour.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Table Mountain’s “tablecloth” of mist<\/p><\/div>\n

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Monument Valley, USA<\/h2>\n

There\u2019s a lunar-like quality to this dry, nature-sculpted valley on the border of Arizona and Utah; but rendered in fierce Martian reds. Huge sandstone buttes and mesas are the \u201cmonuments\u201d here, where hiking trails, sunset tours and Navajo heritage tours best showcase one of the most beautiful places in the world.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Monument Valley, magical even at night<\/p><\/div>\n

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Iguassu Falls, Argentina<\/h2>\n

It\u2019s hard to get your head around the sheer scale of these powerful, semicircular falls, thundering down from 80m at their highest. Dividing Argentina and Brazil, and visited in protected parks either side of the border, the area is also a honeypot of great wildlife: tapirs, howler monkeys, caimans and even jaguars. Visit on Luxury Gold\u2019s <\/span>Grand South America tour<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Iguassu Falls, on the Brazil\/Argentina border<\/p><\/div>\n

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Scottish Highlands, UK<\/h2>\n

Not all beautiful locations are sun-soaked and tropical \u2013 many come in frostier, mistier forms. Take Scotland\u2019s remote, rambling Highlands, where you might visit the enchanting Loch Lomond, see coastal castles crumbling into the sea, spot a stag on heathery heathland or visit a far-flung whisky distillery on a tiny island.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Glenfinnan Viaduct, Scottish Highlands<\/p><\/div>\n

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Jaipur, India<\/h2>\n

Known as the \u201cPink City\u201d,\u00a0 Rajasthan state\u2019s rose-tinted capital is packed with some of India\u2019s loveliest architecture. Alongside the ornately decorated, 18th-century City Palace, there are forts, temples and bazzars to explore \u2013 visit on Luxury Gold\u2019s <\/span>Essence of India tour<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Pink Palace, Jaipur<\/p><\/div>\n

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Bora Bora, French Polynesia<\/h2>\n

This South Pacific nation is about as paradisiacal as paradise gets, but Bora Bora is the real pin-up. White sand beaches, thatched bungalows on stilts in neon bright lagoons, looming, forested island and some of the world\u2019s best reefs to snorkel and dive mean it\u2019s a magnet for super-luxurious resorts.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Palm trees on French Polynesia<\/p><\/div>\n

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Wulingyuan, China<\/h2>\n

Another Unesco World Heritage Site, this area of Hunan Province is famous for its natural sandstone pillars and slim mountain peaks, rising out of misty, remote countryside. It inspired film director James Cameron\u2019s \u201cfloating islands\u201d in the movie Avatar, and intrepid tourists still visit to see its dizzying cliffside walkways, local caves and waterfalls.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The limestone karst towers of Wulingyuan, China<\/p><\/div>\n

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