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One of the most arid regions on Earth isn't some flat, featureless scene of sun and sand.

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At first glance you might think you're looking at something called the Jagged Coast or the Chalk Coast.

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Oh sure, it's lush and lovely down here in the woods, but if you'd prefer a loftier view…

Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia - © Bill Swindaman / Moment / Getty Images

Where does the tallest Norway spruce tree in the world grow? Hint: It isn’t in Norway.

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Photographers find the array of surreal, rugged, and spectacular rock formations here irresistible.

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What you're looking at is an ancient volcano that happens to be the tallest mountain in its country.

Sajama National Park, Bolivia - © Nicolás Durán / age fotostock

The term 'otherworldly landscape' seems like it was invented for this remote and surreal spot.

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When economy and ecology are carefully balanced, a landscape can be both productive and protective.

Badajoz, Spain - © Ugo Mellone / Sime / eStock Photo

Known throughout the world for warm and well-woven sweaters, this group of three islands also boasts…

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Welcome to an island chain that's been the nexus of cross-cultural maritime trade for centuries.

Pamunda Island, Zanzibar - © STORYTELLER MOIZ HUSEIN / Shutterstock

Sunsets are special here on this lake—but that isn't the only time of day the scenery looks good.

Lake Petén Itzá, Guatemala - © Svetlana Bykova / Alamy Stock Photo

The nearby glen may be one of the most picturesque in this country, and that's really saying something.

Loch Etive, Scotland - © Matt Anderson Photography / Moment / Getty Images

To say that ancient Thebes left its mark on this place is the understatement of the century.

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Little Lighthouse Lofoten Islands - © Ellaaro / Shutterstock

Looking at this scattering of super tall, spindly trees might lead you to a quick assumption.

Cocora Valley, Colombia - © Douglas Williams / age fotostock

Roughly 239,000 islands are officially registered in this country, and we're looking at the second-largest.

Senja Island, Norway - © Oleh_Slobodeniuk / E+ / Getty Images

These forested hills stretch on for miles and make for lovely scenery, and on top of one of them…

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Quadirikiri Cave, Aruba - © Serge Yatunin / Shutterstock

One of the world's most beautiful train rides offers truly breathtaking views of mountain majesty.

Val Poschiavo, Switzerland - © Livio Piatta / SOPA / eStock Photo

Some waterfalls rush in a heavy torrent all year round, but most put on their most powerful show…

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