30 Amazing And Unique Places That Should Be On Everyone’s Bucket List

Planet Earth has a circumference of24,901 milesand a diameter of 7,926 miles. There are up to 11 majorbiomesthat can be found around the globe andmillionsof different species inhabiting the planet. So no matter how much of the world we think we’re familiar with, there’s always going to be more out there to explore.Below, you’ll find photos of fascinating locations around the world that you might have never heard of before, as well as some unique perspectives of famous places. From gorgeous cliffs in Ireland to aerial photos of tulips in Holland, enjoy scrolling through these hidden gems, and keep reading to find a conversation with Travel Writer and Content CreatorKing Siu!This post may includeaffiliate links.

Below, you’ll find photos of fascinating locations around the world that you might have never heard of before, as well as some unique perspectives of famous places. From gorgeous cliffs in Ireland to aerial photos of tulips in Holland, enjoy scrolling through these hidden gems, and keep reading to find a conversation with Travel Writer and Content CreatorKing Siu!

This post may includeaffiliate links.

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To learn more about exploring off the beaten path from an expert, we reached out to Travel Writer and Content CreatorKing Siu, who was kind enough to have a chat withBored Pandaabout some of the most unique places he’s ever traveled to.

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“More recently, I visited the underground city ofKaymakliin the Cappadocia region of Turkiye,” he continued. “If you’re not familiar with it, it’s an underground city that once had a population of about 5,000 and consists of many levels of natural and excavated cave networks. It was so surreal to be there exploring miles of underground caves where people lived out their entire lives many centuries before.”“The forests in New Zealand also took my breath away, and anyone who has seen the Lord of the Rings movies will know what I’m talking about,” King added.

“The forests in New Zealand also took my breath away, and anyone who has seen the Lord of the Rings movies will know what I’m talking about,” King added.

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An Aerial View On Tulip Fields, Netherlands

“Let’s just say that my stay there was a week I’ll never forget. I don’t advise it unless you know what you’re doing or are with someone who does, which was the case for me and why I’m alive to tell this tale,” the traveler noted. “I can’t imagine many guides advising you to stay in a favela (did I mention they’re really dangerous?), and I only went on my adventure because a Brazilian friend had recommended and arranged this adventure. I definitely thought I was going to die in the first 24 hours, but I’m so glad I got to experience it, and not dying was good too.”

This Pool Full Of Crystals In Nettlebed Cave, New Zealand. It’s Hundreds Of Metres Below The Ground, Far Beyond Where Natural Light Has Ever Penetrated

A Magnificent View Of Cliffs Of Moher, Ireland

Great View Of The Great Pyramid

King also noted that unique spots don’t always have to be larger than life or historical, they can be anything that you find interesting. “Harry Potter fans might want to visit Platform 9 3/4 at Kings Cross Station in London,” he told Bored Panda. “I visited the narrowest street in the world - Rue du Chat-qui-Pêche - in Paris and found it a fun experience because I made it my own with a silly photo shoot. My love of McDonald’s drew me to the largest McDonald’s in the world in Orlando, Florida, and I had a delicious time.”

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Italian Town Of Portofino

This Amazing View In Cappadocia, Turkey

King says he’s a big supporter of “just going wherever your heart takes you and not worrying about whether it’s a popular or desirable destination.”“You probably already realized that earlier when I listed a trip to the world’s biggest McDonald’s as a highlight in my travels,” he added with a laugh.“The biggest advantages of visiting less famous places is that you won’t have to compete with crowds to enjoy your destination, it’ll be more affordable, and it won’t be so commercialized that it loses that thing that made it unique in the first place,” the expert noted.

King says he’s a big supporter of “just going wherever your heart takes you and not worrying about whether it’s a popular or desirable destination.”

“You probably already realized that earlier when I listed a trip to the world’s biggest McDonald’s as a highlight in my travels,” he added with a laugh.

“The biggest advantages of visiting less famous places is that you won’t have to compete with crowds to enjoy your destination, it’ll be more affordable, and it won’t be so commercialized that it loses that thing that made it unique in the first place,” the expert noted.

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If you’re searching for unique destinations to visit yourself, King recommends asking your more adventurous friends for suggestions and finding travelers with similar interests as you on social media to find inspiration.

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Soccer Pitch In Greenland

“For those who are more extraverted, don’t be shy to ask the locals wherever you are for their recommendations, they’re often all too happy to share,” the travel expert added. “If my friend and I hadn’t done that during our visit to Rio de Janeiro, we would never have known to hike up to the mountain peak of Morro Dois Irmãos at dawn for one of the most spectacular sunrises I’ve ever seen!”

A Literal Boulder House In Portugal

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This Breathtaking View In Granada, Spain

“Unique travel experiences don’t have to happen in a faraway land. Travel can get expensive, so it’s not always easy to get to the unique place of your dreams. That’s why I encourage you to also look for unique experiences closer to home while you’re planning your trips,” King shared. “Every city has something unique and amazing. Perhaps it’s a building with a secret, an unusual tree, or maybe it’s just a street with an unfortunate name. Sometimes unique spots are well documented, and sometimes they’re just waiting for someone with a keen eye to discover them.”If you’d like to hear more travel tips and inspiration for your next journey, be sure to visit King’s YouTube channelTravel, Eat, Drink!

If you’d like to hear more travel tips and inspiration for your next journey, be sure to visit King’s YouTube channelTravel, Eat, Drink!

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The “Black Crack” Along Utah’s White Rim Trail, A Natural Fissure In The Rock A Few Feet Wide And Deep Enough To Kill You

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