{"id":108932,"date":"2018-12-20T09:00:15","date_gmt":"2018-12-20T09:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/?p=108932"},"modified":"2018-12-20T09:00:15","modified_gmt":"2018-12-20T09:00:15","slug":"unbelievable-places-on-earth-that-actually-exist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/unbelievable-places-on-earth-that-actually-exist\/","title":{"rendered":"Unbelievable places in the world that actually exist!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The seven natural wonders of the world have had their moment in the spotlight. It\u2019s time to introduce six of the most dreamlike places that our diverse and awe-inspiring world has to offer. From stone waterfalls to blue cities, this list of unbelievable places in the world that actually exist will have you booking your next adventure in no time, but where will you choose to visit first?<\/p>\n<h2><strong>1. Lake Hillier, Middle Island in the Recherche Archipelago, Western Australia<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Lake Hillier was discovered in 1802 by the British Navigator and Cartographer, Mathew Flinders. In his log he described the lake as \u201ca small lake of rose colour\u201d. Where \u201csmall\u201d is debatable with it being 37 acres, \u201crose\u201d is spot on and suitably romantic for a discovery of this nature. There have been many debates about what gives the lake it\u2019s pink hue, but it\u2019s likely to do with the microorganisms that make it their home, surviving despite extremely high levels of salt in the water \u2013 up to as much as 35%.<\/p>\n<p>Where Lake Hillier is safe to swim in, it is now a protected nature reserve and surrounded by pristine but dense wilderness. The best way to see the lake is from the air, from where visitors can take in the stark contrast of the lake\u2019s bubble-gum colouring against the unadulterated blue of the Indian Ocean.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-108933\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/33840275411_a71d1dd9de_z.jpg\" alt=\"unbelievable places in the world that actually exist - Lake Hillier\" width=\"875\" height=\"615\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Top tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Book an Island Cruise that will allow you to get up close and personal with Lake Hillier on foot through <a href=\"http:\/\/www.esperancecruises.com.au\/lakehillier\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Esperance Island Cruises<\/a> and explore the surrounding islands and abundant wildlife of the Recherce Achipelago.<\/li>\n<li>Lake Hillier isn\u2019t the only pink lake in Australia, let alone the world! As well as Lake Spencer, also in Western Australia, there is another on the coast of Senegal called Lake Retba that is frequently used to harvest salt by local villagers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/Australia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Hostels in Australia<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>2. Penguins at the equator in the Galapagos Islands<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The first things people conjure up when asked to think about penguins is 38-degree heat, barren deserts and tropical forests, right? No? Well, against all the odds, that\u2019s the home The Galapagos penguins have made for themselves, the only species of penguin (of which there are 17) that live north of the equator. The penguins arrived from the freezing waters of the south via the cold water Humbold Current. Over millions of years they have adapted to the warmer climes of the Galapagos and survive by staying in the cool waters by day and coming onto land for the cooler evenings.<\/p>\n<p>The Galapagos penguins are far smaller than their larger Antarctic cousins, measuring in at a mere 19 inches and weighing a very slight 5.5 pounds. In fact, they are the third smallest penguin in the world which means they can hide themselves into small nooks and crannies to escape the intense sun. Interestingly, they also pant like dogs to release heat by evaporation from the throat\u2026 delightful!<\/p>\n<p>So, if you\u2019re looking for sun, sea and penguins, The Galapagos Islands are the islands for you!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-108934\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/33586855993_a82d692890_h-1312x875.jpg\" alt=\"unbelievable places in the world that actually exist - penguins Galapagos islands\" width=\"875\" height=\"584\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Top tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It\u2019s possible to snorkel with the penguins and catch a glimpse of their underwater world. As a bonus you\u2019ll also be able to see parrot fish and other true tropical fish species.<\/li>\n<li>If you\u2019re planning a visit, popular penguin sites include Punta Vicente Roca, Bartolome, Chinese Hat, Floreana and Punta Espinoza.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/findabed.php\/ChosenCity.Galapagos-Islands\/ChosenCountry.Ecuador\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Hostels in the Galapagos Islands<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>3. The Petrified Waterfall of Oaxaca, Mexico<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Located around 90 minutes from Oaxaca City by car, at first look this dazzling natural wonder looks like a frozen waterfall. However, when you look a bit closer, you\u2019ll see it\u2019s made of glimmering stone, or more accurately, hardened mineral deposits. Where there once was a waterfall here, over the centuries the water combined with the minerals and calcified. An era of time truly caught in permanence.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-108936\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/4291681685_e61c23bd57_b.jpg\" alt=\"the most unbelievable places on earth that actually exist - The Petrified Waterfall of Oaxaca\" width=\"875\" height=\"581\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Top tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Where the Petrified Waterfall itself isn\u2019t made of water, bring your swimming costumes nonetheless. Right at the edge of the cliff (not great for vertigo sufferers) you\u2019ll find two mineral pools that contain magnesium, sulphur and calcium carbonate. These mineral pools range from 21 &#8211; 24 Degrees Celsius, making them the perfect temperature to wallow in whilst soaking up the breath-taking views.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/Mexico\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Hostels in Mexico<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>4. The Blue City of Chefchaouen, Morocco<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Nicknamed the \u201cBlue Pearl of Morocco\u201d this city is straight out of a child\u2019s imagination. Chefchaouen was founded in 1471 by the Jews and Moors fleeing Spain and is located high up in the Rif mountains. There are lots of differing stories that claim to answer why the city ended up blue; some say the Jews who fled Hitler during the Second World War painted it; others say it\u2019s to keep the mosquitoes away, whilst the rest claim it was to mimic the vibrant blue of the sea.<\/p>\n<p>Regardless of the reason, the results are quite breath-taking and unlike anywhere else on earth. Blue being the colour of calm, this city is quiet and relaxed, a perfect haven for those looking to escape the hubbub of Morocco\u2019s bigger, more bustling metropolises.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-108937\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/chef.jpg\" alt=\"the most unbelievable places on earth that actually exist - the blue city of chefchaouen\" width=\"875\" height=\"583\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-108938\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/35261031302_f919a8acde_k-1400x785.jpg\" alt=\"the most unbelievable places on earth that actually exist - the blue city of chefchaouen\" width=\"934\" height=\"524\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Top tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Remember to pack clothes that will pop against the pastel blue backdrop. It\u2019s truly an instagrammer&#8217;s paradise.<\/li>\n<li>As well as wondering the narrow blue streets, the city is surrounded by a dazzling landscape, a perfect place to go hiking and a fun way to earn that tagine.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/Morocco\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Hostels in Morocc0<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>5. The Wave, Arizona Desert, USA<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The Wave is a stunning red sandstone formation found along the Utah\/Arizona border in the Vermilion Cliffs National Monument. Made up of two troughs formed by water erosion from the Jurassic Age \u2013 one is 62 feet wide and 118 feet long and the second is seven feet wide and 52 feet long \u2013 it\u2019s a dreamlike place that will surely unlock your imagination.<\/p>\n<p>Due to the popularity of the site the Bureau of Land Management has limited foot traffic to just 20 people per day, which means its stiff competition to get a pass, but well worth the effort! The hike is a 5.2-mile round trip and is considered a moderate trail, so you don\u2019t have to be an accomplished hiker to enjoy The Wave, all you need is a map and basic navigation skills.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-108939\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/3817088914_c2f5981268_b.jpg\" alt=\"the most unbelievable places on earth that actually exist - The Wave, Arizona Desert, USA\" width=\"875\" height=\"584\" \/><\/p>\n<p>There are two ways to get a permit:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Register in the advanced online lottery <a href=\"https:\/\/www.blm.gov\/az\/paria\/lotteryapply.cfm?areaid=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">here<\/a> ($5, non-refundable if you don\u2019t get a place)<\/li>\n<li>In-person lottery at the Visitors Centre in Kanab, Utah ($7)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Top tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The best time for photographs is during midday and mid-afternoon as there are fewer shadows obscuring the flowing linear patterns.<\/li>\n<li>If you\u2019re lucky enough to arrive just after a rainfall, you\u2019ll find The Wave in an even more dreamlike state. Little puddles team with tadpoles and fairy shrimp (yes, fair shrimp) and the water also acts as a mirror that reflects the wave-like forms, enhancing the ethereality.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/USA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Hostels in the USA<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>6. Wisteria Tunnel, Kawachi Fuji Gardens, Japan<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The Kawachi Fuji Gardens is home to around 150 Wisteria plants made up of 20 different species. The dazzling pastel colours range from white, blue, purple, violet-blue and pink which make the gardens akin to walking into a pixy\u2019s paradise. The garden\u2019s main attractions are the two tunnels that are lined throughout with fluffy, cloud-like Wisteria \u2013 one is 80 metres long and the other 110 metres long.<\/p>\n<p>The best time to visit is late April to mid-May, during bloom entry is only permitted to those with a pre-paid ticket, then on arrival visitors are asked to pay a further 500 \u2013 1000 JPY depending on the condition of the bloom. Tickets can be booked <a href=\"https:\/\/www.govoyagin.com\/activities\/japan-fukuoka-get-tickets-to-kawachi-fuji-garden-wisterias-in-fukuoka\/4717?acode=tourismontheedge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-108940 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/12\/29930848436_d81468ebf3_h-875x875.jpg\" alt=\"the most unbelievable places on earth that actually exist - Wisteria Tunnel, Kawachi Fuji Gardens,\" width=\"875\" height=\"875\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Top tips:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Try and time your visit around Golden Week, between April 21<sup>st<\/sup> and May 6th, to experience the best the blooms have the offer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/hostels\/Japan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Hostels in Japan<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><b><em>About the author:<\/em><\/b><\/p>\n<p><em>I\u2019m Freya, a freelance writer and consumer PR consultant. Having worked in the travel industry for three years I enjoy writing about all the wonderful things our world has to offer in the hope of inspiring other travellers. Based in London, my hobbies include writing, reading, films, walking, eating, shopping and of course travelling. Check out my website, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.freyabugeja.co.uk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">www.freyabugeja.co.uk<\/a> or follow me on Twitter and Instagram using the handle <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/fb_comms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">@fb_comms<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Keep reading\u00a0<span style=\"font-size: 18pt\"><strong>\ud83d\udc47\ud83c\udffc\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy emoji lazy-loaded\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff;font-size: 16px\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/11\/svg\/2b50.svg\" alt=\"\u2b50\ufe0f\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">\u00a0<\/span><a style=\"font-size: 16px\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/long-haul-flight-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">Long haul flight tips<\/a><\/h3>\n<h3><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"lazy emoji lazy-loaded\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff;font-size: 16px\" src=\"https:\/\/s.w.org\/images\/core\/emoji\/11\/svg\/2b50.svg\" alt=\"\u2b50\ufe0f\" \/><span style=\"font-size: 16px\">\u00a0<\/span><a style=\"font-size: 16px\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hostelworld.com\/blog\/international-drinking-games\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"post links\">International drinking games<\/a><\/h3>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The seven natural wonders of the world have had their moment in the spotlight. 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