The 20 Most Beautiful Places in the World

The Earth offers the most curious among us landscapes and unique places that, once discovered, are etched in everyone's mind. What better way to spend your next vacation than by exploring these cultural and natural gems? To help you choose, here's a quick overview of the 20 most beautiful places in the world that you absolutely must see. It's an opportunity for some to discover, or for others to rediscover these treasures. So don't hesitate any longer, your next destinations are already all set.

Machu Picchu – Peru

This mythical mountain, whose name means "Old Mountain," has been recognized as one of the 7 New Wonders of the World since 2007. It's a must-see on any custom trip to Peru. The lost Inca citadel is of invaluable archaeological value as it allows us to admire the incredible ingenuity of the Inca civilization, a pre-Columbian people capable of assembling massive stones without mortar.

• Taj Mahal – India

Every trip to Northern India includes this essential stop: a visit to the Taj Mahal. Located in the city of Agra, this sublime white marble mausoleum, of incredible beauty, is a true jewel of Mughal architecture. The Taj Mahal, meaning "Crown of the Palace," was built in 1631 by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his wife and has been listed by UNESCO since 1983.

• Petra – Jordan

The hidden city of Petra, the last stop in Indiana Jones's quest for the Grail, Jerash, the Jordanian Pompeii, or even the desert castles east of Amman. A Middle Eastern country where you can see one of the 7 New Wonders of the World. It awaits you, magnificent, nestled between the eroded canyons of the southern valleys. Temples and tombs with impressive facades carved into sandstone cliffs. A complete change of scenery in front of the splendor of the place.

• Angkor Temple – Cambodia

Here's a great travel idea for Cambodia! The temples of Angkor are a complex of more than 200 temples listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1992. The site spans over 400 square kilometers. Angkor is an archaeological site dating from the 11th to 15th centuries. If you're short on time, focus on Angkor Wat, Bayon, or Ta Prohm, the most beautiful archaeological sites of this sacred place.

• Great Barrier Reef – Australia

The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef system on the planet with more than 2,900 reefs and 900 islands stretching from Bundaberg to Cape York Peninsula. Rich in significant marine biodiversity, it is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's a must-see in Queensland for all diving enthusiasts.

• Atacama Desert – Chile

The world's driest desert and the valley of the moon await you in the far north of the country, wedged between the Pacific Ocean and the Andes Mountains. An inhospitable vastness bordered by gigantic snow-capped volcanoes and populated with geysers and deep blue lagoons. Discovering the natural treasures of this Chilean part.

• Bagan – Myanmar

Bagan or the valley of 2000 temples has become the tourist heart of Myanmar (Burma), with a site area of 42 km² featuring approximately 2,000 temples and pagodas dating from the 11th to 13th centuries. It dazzled Marco Polo and still possesses a unique splendor today. It's no wonder UNESCO listed it as a World Heritage Site in 2019.

• Uluru – Australia

Uluru, also known as Ayers Rock, is an elevated sandstone formation rising 348 meters found in central Australia. It is a sacred site for Australian Aboriginals, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1987.

• Pyramids of Egypt Giza

In the suburbs of Cairo, about 25 km away, lie the pharaonic pyramids of Giza, one of the world's most well-known archaeological sites. The sight of these pyramids amidst a vast desert expanse is fascinating. Among them are Egypt's most famous pyramids, including those of Khufu, Khafre, and Menkaure.

• Lake Titicaca – Peru / Bolivia

Known as South America's largest lake, Lake Titicaca is also considered the highest navigable lake in the world as it sits at an altitude of 3,800 meters. Straddling Peru and Bolivia, it's dotted with numerous islands to explore including Amantani, Taquile, Uros...and also the famous Sun and Moon Islands on the Bolivia side, cradle of Aymara civilization.

• Monument Valley – West Coast USA

Following in the footsteps of Native Americans in Navajo Nation Reserve

The Navajo Indians await you in "Monument Valley" on semi-autonomous territory granted by the American government in 1958 in northeastern Arizona and Utah. A symbolic site of the American West popularized by great Hollywood westerns.

• Galapagos Islands – Ecuador

The Galapagos Islands archipelago is a national park listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its seismic activity, isolation, and strong currents have made it a true marine reserve. On land as well as underwater you'll discover species more astonishing than others such as Galapagos tortoises and marine iguanas. They are also known for being where Charles Darwin conducted research for his famous theory of evolution.

• Rice Terraces – Bali

Between the southern coast and central volcanoes on hills overlooking waterways lies rice cultivation in Tegallalang village amidst coconut trees. This landscape of terraced rice paddies will transport you into a relaxed authentic atmosphere carefully preserved by local inhabitants. Magical indeed; an enchanting place classified under UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list.

• Cabo San Lucas – Mexico

Cabo San Lucas is a coastal town located at Mexico's southern tip Baja California peninsula known for its desert landscapes magnificent beaches water activities also vibrant nightlife among renowned sites Playa del Amor El Arco natural arch cliffs.

• Glacier National Park – Canada

Virgin forests alpine meadows rugged mountains spectacular lakes Glacier over seven hundred miles trails Glacier National Park heaven hikers adventurous visitors seeking wilderness solitude.

• Iguazu Falls – Brazil / Argentina

A tour Argentina without Iguazu Falls would be like visiting Paris without seeing Eiffel Tower truly one Argentina's most beautiful sites these sublime falls border Brazil Argentina Paraguay rightly listed UNESCO World Heritage Site.

• Great Wall China

First image comes mind when mentioning stay China its majestic crenellated wall imposing monument undulates over 6700 km strong symbol Chinese civilization must-see any trip China ensemble Chinese military fortifications built third century BC seventeenth century AD mountain ridges allowed China protect itself several enemy peoples since two thousand seven elected among seven wonders world part UNESCO World Heritage Site since nineteen eighty-seven.

• Easter Island Chile

Four hours flight Santiago emerges midst Pacific Ocean inhabited island isolated planet first inhabitants named Rapanui fabulous natural reserve world-renowned basalt statues moai.

• Yosemite West Coast USA

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