15 Natural Places That Are Beyond Beautiful

Chile has some of the most stunning mountainscapes, and the 598,000 acres that make up Torres del Paine National Park contain lakes, glaciers, gnarled trees and breathtaking scenery.

This stunning red carpet of Chenopodiaceae (goosefoot plants) can be found on the biggest wetland in the world. Located in Dawa County in northeast China, it’s home to more than 250 bird species.

Planted in the 18th century, this grand stretch of trees is located on what’s said to be one of the world’s greatest drives. More recently used as a filming location for "Game of Thrones," the tree-lined A2 in Ireland is worth a trip.

Yellowstone National Park is home to the world’s largest collection of geysers, including Old Faithful. The park has grizzly bears, wolves, bison and elk, all roaming wild in one of the few remaining unspoiled ecosystems.

This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of Norway’s most visited locations. The fjord waters are surrounded by imposing mountains, flowing waterfalls and lush greenery in the spring and summer.

Rainbow-hued mist rises from these powerful falls nestled in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Surrounded by green vegetation in summer, amazing ice sheets and icicles hang from the surrounding jagged rocks in winter.

One of Europe’s most beautiful gorges is made even more stunning by the unusual turquoise waters. A popular rock-climbing destination, Verdon Gorge's 3,000-foot walls are simply stunning.

On a drive through the Franconia Region, every twist and turn of the road brings a new scenic vista. The area is particularly stunning in the autumn, when leaves turn vibrant orange, yellow and red.

This dramatic and imposing cave is unique in the UK because the chambers were formed by different types of water. The caves are home to a 66-foot waterfall, and the floodlit interior offers spectacular views of ancient rock formations.

Though many bodies of water freeze, few compare with this sea in Sweden. From December to February, residents and visitors to Luleå can skate, sled and walk across the frozen bay.

There’s something magical about this waterfall set in the grounds of a castle's ruins. The cascading waters of Nideck Waterfall always are mesmerizing, but their beauty only increases in winter. As temperatures drop, the water freezes and leaves a fairy tale frosting of icicles.

Tiers of white calcium stone pools have formed on the cliffs of Pamukkale, Turkey. Spas have been in this area since the Romans built the city of Hierapolis to enjoy the hot mineral springs. Visitors still flock here to enjoy the beautiful scenery.

The drive past Cheddar Gorge is one of the most awe-inspiring in the UK. The sheer cliffs and steep grassy slopes were formed more than 1 million years ago by meltwaters. The gorge is one of Britain’s greatest natural wonders.

This stunning limestone arch is part of the Jurassic Coast in the UK. Part of the Lulworth Estate, this impressive piece of nature is owned by the Weld family but open to the public. It's a great place to stop and take in the view after a coastal road trip.

This marvel of the natural world was created when a sea — no longer in existence — laid down layer upon layer of sediment that has gradually been exposed by the elements. It's an outstanding example of natural beauty.