The 10 Most Beautiful Places on the Planet

he world has a whole lot of jaw-dropping places—this you know. But have you ever thought of them all at the same time? We decided it needed to be done. Here, the 10 most insanely beautiful places in the world. Prepare for an onslaught of wanderlust.

Seljalandsfoss, Iceland

One of the most famous waterfalls in Iceland’s south region, Seljalandsfoss is a must-visit stop on any drive along the ring road.

Torres del Paine National Park, Chile

This protected land in the Patagonia region is a mix of mountains, glaciers, forests and lakes. Pro tip: Visit during Chile’s summer (our winter) since the sun doesn’t set on the soaring granite pillars until after 10 p.m.

Li River, China

Take a river cruise down the Li, which runs 85 kilometers through the region of Guangxi in southern China, for some of the country’s most incredible scenery.

Manarola, Italy

One of the quaint fishing villages that make up the colorful Cinque Terre, Manarola is rife with grapevines, lemon groves and medieval walls. You can only imagine the views from here.

Sa Pa, Vietnam

This stunning mountain town sits just below the Chinese border. And the view? Those are the vertical rice terraces of the Muong Hoa Valley.

Namib-Naukluft National Park, Namibia

This national park and nature reserve occupies part of the Namib Desert. Wild game like mountain zebras, ostriches and kudus roam over the red sand dunes.

Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park, California

Possibly the most scenic stop along Big Sur, the McWay Falls plunge 80 feet over a gorgeous sandy shore and into the Pacific Ocean.

Na Pali Coast State Park, Hawaii

This state park comprises 17 miles of rugged Kauai coastline. Hikers can walk along the cliffs and valleys covered in lush forests while taking in panoramic views of the Pacific.

Pamukkale, Turkey

Pamukkale, which means “cotton castle,” is a stack of white travertine mineral pools in southwest Turkey. The UNESCO World Heritage Site looks over the Byzantine-Roman city of Denizli.

Antelope Canyon, Arizona

Visit in the early morning before the crowds pile in and you’ll see light beams gliding in and out of the slot canyon, making it seem like the walls are on fire.