Header: The mind can come up with spectacular places when dreaming, but there also real awe-inspiring places that could leave you thinking you are still dreaming.
Books and movies have long sought to capture the surreal and awe-inspiring places we sometimes see in our dreams. However, there are a few places on earth that are so unique that you might have to pinch yourself just to double-check you are still awake. If you want to experience a truly unique travel destination or simply want to know about the natural beauty that can still be found in the world check out the awe-inspiring places below.
1. Giant’s Causeway, Northern Ireland
The Giant’s Causeway can be found in County Antrim in Northern Ireland and consists of about 40,000 basalt columns. These columns are all interlocked and were caused by an ancient volcanic eruption about 60 million years ago according to …show more content…
Mount Roraima, South America
Mount Roraima in South America is a spectacular tabletop mountain that often peeks out from the clouds with waterfalls spilling down its sheer cliffs. Dating back over 2 billion years ago, Mount Roraima might be one of the oldest geological formations on Earth. The summit gets heavy rain year-round and because of its flat surface, random waterfalls tend to pop up at various spots across the mountain. Mount Roraima towers over an untouched landscape with lush vegetation that includes rare orchids and carnivorous pitcher plants.
5. Thermal Springs, Pamukkale, Turkey
The thermal springs of Pamukkale in Turkey is a surreal sight. This series of brilliant white travertine terraces, petrified waterfalls and inviting azure blue pools have been attracting people for thousands of years. Ruins of temples, baths and other Greek monuments still remain at Pamukkale today. Once the thermal spa of Hierapolis, visited by the royals of Pergamon, this Unesco World Heritage site now attracts over two million visitors per