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26 Stunning Natural Wonders You Should See in Your Lifetime

26 Stunning Natural Wonders You Should See in Your Lifetime
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There may only be seven official natural wonders of the world, but there are plenty more breathtaking natural sights all over the globe worth exploring. The world is so beautiful, many places are so beautiful, and yeah, it's hard to narrow down the list of bucket list destinations. 

 

Luckily, The Independent gathered this list of 26 beautiful sights worth seeing all over the world.

Niagara Falls, Canada

Whether observed day or night, from a viewing platform or from a boat, the 3,160 tons of water that flow over Niagara Falls every second are a sight to be seen | The Independent
Whether observed day or night, from a viewing platform or from a boat, the 3,160 tons of water that flow over Niagara Falls every second are a sight to be seen | The Independent

The Grand Canyon, Arizona, US

The Grand Canyon is 277 miles long, and, at its widest point, 18 miles across. You can explore various areas of the massive canyon at the Grand Canyon National Park | The Independent
The Grand Canyon is 277 miles long, and, at its widest point, 18 miles across. You can explore various areas of the massive canyon at the Grand Canyon National Park | The Independent

Peyto Lake, Banff National Park, Canada

It's hard to believe that Peyto Lake's sparkling turquoise water is natural, but the color actually comes from significant amounts of glacial flour (tiny rock particles that result from glacial erosion) that are deposited into the water. | The Independent
It's hard to believe that Peyto Lake's sparkling turquoise water is natural, but the color actually comes from significant amounts of glacial flour (tiny rock particles that result from glacial erosion) that are deposited into the water. | The Independent

Cliffs of Moher, Ireland

Located on the west coast of Ireland, the Cliffs of Moher reach a whopping 702 feet at their highest point. | The Independent
Located on the west coast of Ireland, the Cliffs of Moher reach a whopping 702 feet at their highest point. | The Independent

Mount Bromo, East Java,  Indonesia

Mount Bromo, one among many active volcanoes on the island of Java, is known for its unparalleled views of the sunrise | The Independent
Mount Bromo, one among many active volcanoes on the island of Java, is known for its unparalleled views of the sunrise | The Independent

Spencer Lake, Australia

This bubblegum pink lake in Australia may not seem natural, but it actually gets its neon colorfrom a chemical called carotene, which is produced by algae. | The Independent
This bubblegum pink lake in Australia may not seem natural, but it actually gets its neon colorfrom a chemical called carotene, which is produced by algae. | The Independent

Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia

Salar de Uyuni is the world's largest salt flat, located in southwestern Bolivia. All it takes is a thin layer of water on the flat's surface to create a mirror-like appearance on the ground that extends into the horizon | The Independent
Salar de Uyuni is the world's largest salt flat, located in southwestern Bolivia. All it takes is a thin layer of water on the flat's surface to create a mirror-like appearance on the ground that extends into the horizon | The Independent

Ha Long Bay, Vietnam

Vietnam's Ha Long Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and with good reason. The bay is dotted with approximately 1,600 islands and inlets, including many massive greenery-covered limestone pillars | The independent
Vietnam's Ha Long Bay is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and with good reason. The bay is dotted with approximately 1,600 islands and inlets, including many massive greenery-covered limestone pillars | The independent

The Dead Sea, Israel / Jordan / Palestine

Due to its exceptionally high salt content, there are no animals or life forms besides bacteria in Israel's Dead Sea. You can also easily float in the salt-filled waters, and the mud in the area is said to have healing qualities. | The Independent
Due to its exceptionally high salt content, there are no animals or life forms besides bacteria in Israel's Dead Sea. You can also easily float in the salt-filled waters, and the mud in the area is said to have healing qualities. | The Independent

Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, China

Zhangjiajie, China, is not for those who fear heights. The incredible forest is said to have inspired the stunning scenery depicted in "Avatar."
Zhangjiajie, China, is not for those who fear heights. The incredible forest is said to have inspired the stunning scenery depicted in "Avatar."

Arches National Park, Utah, USA

Utah is known for its beautiful red rock formations, specifically at Arches National Park. There are 2,000 named arches in the park, although about one collapses per year due to natural causes.
Utah is known for its beautiful red rock formations, specifically at Arches National Park. There are 2,000 named arches in the park, although about one collapses per year due to natural causes.

Uluru (Ayer's Rock), Australia

Uluru, also known as Ayer's Rock, is located in a remote area in Australia's Northern Territory, home to the Anangu Aboriginal people. The giant sandstone formation has a circumference of about 5.8 miles. | The Independent
Uluru, also known as Ayer's Rock, is located in a remote area in Australia's Northern Territory, home to the Anangu Aboriginal people. The giant sandstone formation has a circumference of about 5.8 miles. | The Independent

The Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Perhaps best known for their impact on Charles Darwin's theory of evolution, the Galapagos Islands off the coast of Ecuador are home to a unique enclave of species who have survived the Islands' harsh conditions | The Independent
Perhaps best known for their impact on Charles Darwin's theory of evolution, the Galapagos Islands off the coast of Ecuador are home to a unique enclave of species who have survived the Islands' harsh conditions | The Independent

Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA

From mud pots to hot springs to the famous Old Faithful geyser, Yellowstone National Park is full of natural wonder. Visitors have been enjoying all Yellowstone has to offer since it was established as the world's first national park in 1872. | The Independent
From mud pots to hot springs to the famous Old Faithful geyser, Yellowstone National Park is full of natural wonder. Visitors have been enjoying all Yellowstone has to offer since it was established as the world's first national park in 1872. | The Independent

Pamukkale, Turkey

It's no mystery why these travertine stone steps and tiered pools are called Pamukkale, which translates to "cotton castle" in Turkish | The Independent
It's no mystery why these travertine stone steps and tiered pools are called Pamukkale, which translates to "cotton castle" in Turkish | The Independent

Iguazu Falls, Argentina and Brazil

The Iguazu Falls, which span Argentina and Brazil, comprise the largest system of waterfalls in the world. | The Independent
The Iguazu Falls, which span Argentina and Brazil, comprise the largest system of waterfalls in the world. | The Independent

 

Verdon Gorge, France

Located in the Verdon River Canyon in southeastern France, Verdon Gorge is known for its unique blue-green waters that are perfect for kayaking, swimming, and other water activities.
Located in the Verdon River Canyon in southeastern France, Verdon Gorge is known for its unique blue-green waters that are perfect for kayaking, swimming, and other water activities.

Mud volcanoes, Gobustan, Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan's sedimentary volcanoes, commonly known as mud volcanoes, are a mesmerizing geological phenomenon in which pockets of gas underground force their way to the Earth's surface and consequently bubble up. | The Independent
Azerbaijan's sedimentary volcanoes, commonly known as mud volcanoes, are a mesmerizing geological phenomenon in which pockets of gas underground force their way to the Earth's surface and consequently bubble up. | The Independent

 

Pulpit Rock, Norway

Pulpit Rock looms almost 2,000 feet over the Lysefjord in Norway. Geologists speculate that the giant mountain plateau was shaped by ice expansion about 10,000 years ago. | The Independent
Pulpit Rock looms almost 2,000 feet over the Lysefjord in Norway. Geologists speculate that the giant mountain plateau was shaped by ice expansion about 10,000 years ago. | The Independent

Sequoia National Park, California, USA

Northern California's famous redwood trees can be found in Sequoia National Park. The park is home to about 8,000 Sequoias, which are the largest and longest-living trees on Earth.  | The Independent
Northern California's famous redwood trees can be found in Sequoia National Park. The park is home to about 8,000 Sequoias, which are the largest and longest-living trees on Earth. | The Independent

El Yunque National Forest, Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico's El Yunque National Forest, located just outside of San Juan, is one of the most biologically diverse of all of the US' national forests. | The Independent
Puerto Rico's El Yunque National Forest, located just outside of San Juan, is one of the most biologically diverse of all of the US' national forests. | The Independent

The Sahara Desert, Africa

The largest hot desert in the world has an area of 3.552 million square miles, and spans 10 countries — Algeria, Chad, Egypt, Libya, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Niger, Sudan, and Tunisia.
The largest hot desert in the world has an area of 3.552 million square miles, and spans 10 countries — Algeria, Chad, Egypt, Libya, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Niger, Sudan, and Tunisia.

 

The Blyde River Canyon, South Africa

View South Africa from over 2,600 feet in the air from a hike in the Blyde River Canyon. The area is known for its colorful rock formations and lush greenery. | The Independent
View South Africa from over 2,600 feet in the air from a hike in the Blyde River Canyon. The area is known for its colorful rock formations and lush greenery. | The Independent

Marble Caves, Chile

These caves, formed by thousands of years of erosion, are also called the "Marble Cathedral." | The Independent
These caves, formed by thousands of years of erosion, are also called the "Marble Cathedral." | The Independent

The Matterhorn, Switzerland

The Matterhorn is more than just a classic ride at Disneyland. The actual mountain, located in Switzerland, is known for its "chiseled rock pyramid" look, after which the Disney roller coaster was modeled. | The Independent
The Matterhorn is more than just a classic ride at Disneyland. The actual mountain, located in Switzerland, is known for its "chiseled rock pyramid" look, after which the Disney roller coaster was modeled. | The Independent

Victoria Falls, Zambia and Zimbabwe

Victoria Falls sits on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, where a giant curtain of water  often creates rainbows amid the mist and surrounding rainforest.  | The Independent
Victoria Falls sits on the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe, where a giant curtain of water often creates rainbows amid the mist and surrounding rainforest. | The Independent

 

Source and reference : The Independent | Business Insider UK

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