Picture a place where everything is painted by nature seems impossible and incredible and where jungles and mountains look like they have come straight out of a fairy tale.
There are many beautiful places on the planet Earth that exceed all imagination – rainbow colored mountains, lakes that reflect the sky’s color.
And when you put it together with towns like the salt flats or crystal caves, etc. you will find that not only China’s Rainbow Mountains will take your breath away or UNESCO world Heritage sites located in Morocco you would only dream to visit.
List of 5 Unusual Places on Earth That Don’t Look Real
In our article, you will find 5 Places That Don’t Seem Real and all of these places will leave you wondering, Is this real?
Keep reading to discover them all.
1. Tianzi Mountain
Tianzi Mountain, often referred to as Hallelujah Mountains or Avatar Mountain in China’s Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, is one of its top tourist draws.
Boasting over 3,100 sandstone karst pillars rising up from jungle forests and plunging into deep gorges reminiscent of traditional Chinese landscape paintings, it makes an impressionist painting come to life and can truly be breathtaking.
Nature of Mount Tianzi is breathtaking, while its history is even more captivating. The mountain earned its name after Tianzi led a revolution and established his kingdom atop Mount Tianzi which became his palace.
Best for Photography:
At certain points during certain months, the mountains become shrouded in fog, giving them the appearance of being an expansive bonsai tree and miniature fairy-land.
Photographers come here in droves to capture its mesmerizing beauty; among the many great spots for photography are Dianjiang Terrace and Yunqingyan Pavilion. These both places provide fantastic shots from different vantage points.
Dianjiang Terrace provides spectacular cliff-side views while Yunqingyan Pavilion allows panoramic vistas across its slopes and offers panoramic sweeping mountain vistas!
2. Salar de Uyuni
The Salar de Uyuni, which remains as evidence of an ancient lake gone dry, is truly unlike anywhere else on Earth. A photographer’s paradise and nature lover alike find solace here; while for budding geologists/nature enthusiasts it provides a fantastic learning opportunity.
Salt flats create breathtaking reflections that smudge the horizon and dissolve boundaries between sky and land, inspiring visitors at sunrise or sunset while nightfall brings breathtaking views of the Milky Way.
Guided Tours:
There are numerous guided tours available for visiting the salt flats. However, most are rather similar, so if you want something truly distinctive I suggest finding a company offering less standardized trips.
Safety Tips:
As your trip to Bolivian salt flats requires many miles of driving, make sure you are accustomed to early starts and altitude sickness.
Pack hats, sunglasses, sunblock, and sun protection as the strong UV rays may burn your skin. Protecting lens glare is also key; lens hoods or simply draped scarves over cameras would work just fine in emergency.
3. Big Ben
Big Ben, known for its iconic clock tower and location near the Houses of Parliament, has captured the hearts and imaginations of people worldwide.
Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Big Ben has become a global icon and represents London and United Kingdom proudly. Citizens, politicians, tourists and artists all love Big Ben; it represents democracy.
Why Big Ben is so Popular:
A popular tourist destination and landmark – it even made appearances in artwork books and films such as 28 Days Later where it stood sentinel over devastated cityscapes; or movies like Mary Poppins where it marked Mary Poppins adventures – Big Ben is recognized globally!
But even more intriguing than its symbolic connotations is its inaccuracy: For instance, its bells don’t actually chime every hour–only the hours leading up to noon are announced in accordance with Greenwich Mean Time and its lean is barely detectable; only careful observers will detect an inclination of 0.04 degrees when looking directly at it in person.
4. Chichen Itza
The Temple of Kukulcan served as a center for ceremonial events amongst Maya peoples, where gold, jade and human sacrifices took place. At 30 meters in height it stands as one of the tallest pyramids excavated from Maya sites!
New 7th Wonder of the World:
This place belongs on lists such as the New Seven Wonders of the World for good reason; it offers breathtaking architecture from Mayan history. Yet it can become overrun with crowds of visitors and aggressive vendors selling T-shirts and pyramid statuettes at tables piled high along the perimeter.
Expert Guide & Tips to Follow:
To avoid these hassles, it’s advisable to join a guided tour from Valladolid or Merida (or book an organized trip that includes transportation). This gives immediate access to the site without dealing with tourist stall markets at its entrance and within certain stretches of path; furthermore, it helps protect you against being taken advantage of by vendors selling overpriced souvenirs; plus, lunch is included!
5. Ait Benhaddou
From across the Oued Ounila riverbed, Ait Ben Hadou rises like an enchanted spell. Its red earth walls tower above olive groves and date palms while vibrant green fields surround its presence.
Ait Ben Hadou is an architectural marvel and UNESCO World Heritage Site. The village’s timeless mud-brick buildings harken back to an age of knights and kings, battles, conquests, winding streets, alleyways filled with intricate towers, arches, gates – it truly transports visitors back in time!
Best Spot for Filmmakers:
No wonder that filmmakers love this magical destination so much; its stunning architecture has graced films like Lawrence of Arabia and Gladiator, not to mention numerous scenes from Game of Thrones where it doubled up as the city of Yunkai.
Guided Tours:
Ait Ben Hadou is accessible and readily visitable, yet taking a tour is the optimal way to fully experience its breathtaking surroundings. As reaching Ait Ben Hadou can be challenging independently, having a guide provide transportation and accommodation is invaluable.
When visiting Ait Ben Hadou it is also important to dress modestly; long-sleeved shirts as well as pants or skirts covering at least the knees are strongly advised when dressing modestly.
Final Words
To sum up, these were the most astonishing places to go on our planet that seems very unreal. We hope you liked this post and let us know in the comment section if you have any thoughts on these unusual places that don’t look real at all.
See you in the next travel blog post.