15 Amazing Places to Visit Before You Die
Destinations That Are Sure to Enrich Your Life
One planet, seven continents, almost 200 countries, and an endless list of places to visit in the course of a lifetime. The sheer number of natural phenomena, ancient marvels and modern wonders in the world can be overwhelming when trying to decide where to spend your money, vacation days and the years of your life.
While getting off the beaten track can be valuable, sometimes the more popular destinations are so for a reason. But which to visit? To make the decision process a little less daunting, here are 15 amazing places you need to add to your travel bucket list.
Angkor Wat, Cambodia
The sweeping scale and finesse of the details in this Khmer masterpiece is what makes this temple so incredible. Cambodia’s historical heart is unrivaled in its intricacy.
There are 3,000 celestial nymphs carved into the walls, each one entirely unique, and around the main temple stretches a series of carvings half a mile long. Getting lost in Angkor Wat’s beauty is an unmissable experience.
Petra, Jordan
Petra, meaning simply “rock” in Greek, is a city carved from cliffs. As rich in mystery as it is in rock-carving, the archways, boulevards and delicate facades make for a mesmerizing place to wander around.
The tombs and temples are carved from pink sandstone, giving this former capital of a bygone kingdom the nickname “The Rose City.” An apt name for somewhere shrouded in romance and beauty.
If you're someone who is well-traveled and struggles to find unique experiences, this list is sure to reawaken your sense of wonderment with the world.
Plitvice Lakes, Croatia
Another of nature’s masterpieces, Plitvice Lakes is the kind of place that makes you want to believe in fairy tales. The strings of deep green pools connected by misty waterfalls will leave you mesmerized.
Winding around and across the lakes are a multitude of hiking trails and walkways, inviting you to spend a whole day getting lost in this water wonderland. It’s one of the many glorious places you should visit on your Croatia vacation.
