3. The Door to Hell, Turkmenistan
The Darvaza gas crater, also known as the Door to Hell or Gates of
Hell, is a natural gas field collapsed into a cavern near Darvaza,
Turkmenistan.
5. Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, Hunan Province, China
No this isnt the set from a futuristic science fiction film, this
place actually exists. Ascend through the towering rock
formations on a cable car and admire the otherworldly views
from above. You would be forgiven for thinking the Zhanghjiajie
Park seems familiar as the ancient landscape inspired the
Hollywood blockbuster Avatar.
7. Gougi Island, China
This fishing village on China's Yangtze River isn't your average
forgotten town its lush buildings covered in ivy and greenery are
surprisingly tranquil and striking. The Chinese website where they
first surfaced called the area the "Wizard of Oz's dream."
9. Mount Rinjani, Lombok, Indonesia
A couple of days of tough climbing is well-rewarded at the
summit of Mount Rinjani, the second highest active volcano in
Indonesia, with this spectacular view. A crater lake,
affectionately known as Child of the Sea by locals, sits pretty at
the top of this epic climb.
And dont miss the chance to see dragons while youre in
Indonesia, at Komodo National Park.
11. Marble Caves, Patagonia
Patagonia is known to many as the beginning of the end of the
world, so its no surprise that its here where youll find
landscapes like no other. One of Patagonias most surreal sites
is found at the centre of General Carrera Lake, also known as
Lake Buenos Aires. Here, youll find the Marble Caves, the
Marble Cathedral and Marble Chapel, named so for their
domed ceilings and reverential atmosphere. Only accessible by
boat this must-visit destination is closed off from most of the
world.