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The still waters of this large lake run deep, and although bathed in shadow here, the lake can appear…

Lake Crescent, Washington - © Michael Riffle / Moment / Getty Images

What sparkles below? A vibrant clifftop neighborhood in an equally vibrant city of 9 million people.

Lima, Peru - © Christian Vinces / Shutterstock

Wallonia is a region that boasts more than its fair share of historic and impressive castles.

Namur province, Belgium - © Rudolf Güldner / Panther media / age footstock

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Little Lighthouse Lofoten Islands - © Ellaaro / Shutterstock

Linked to a fictional figure based on an infamous ruler of the region, this castle may not be Dracula's…

Transylvania, Romania - © Jeremy Woodhouse / DIgitalVision / Getty Images

Medieval castle ruins, Greek temples set in gardens, pagodas far from Asia—could you tell the difference…

Mow Cop Castle, England - © robertharding / Alamy Stock Photo

Canals are common in this part of Europe, which is nearly 23 feet below sea level at its lowest point.

Amsterdam, Netherlands - © Daniel Viñé Garcia / Moment / Getty Images

Marine biologists are trying to rebrand starfish as sea stars, since they’re not actually fish.

Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System - © Ethan Daniels / Shutterstock

It's a legendary icon of its country, and a towering mountain peak rising above a bustling city.

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - © Antonino Bartuccio / SOPA / eStock Photo

We're seeing a fantastically artistic view of the ocean near a sublimely scenic stretch of coastline.

Kiama, Australia - © Warren Keelan

The name of this bridge became a byword for a never-ending task, and while that may not be accurate…

Forth Bridge, Scotland - © John Carroll Photography / Alamy Stock Photo

Start your Mother’s Day celebration off right with a home-cooked brunch.

Poppy field at sunset, Laceby, England, UK - © Fotos 593 / Adobe Stock

In this tropical part of the world, rainforests abound, and thundering waterfalls come with the territory.

Melong, Cameroon - © EyeEm / Alamy Stock Photo

As fantastical as this scene is, it’s not all that unusual for a country where dramatic landscapes abound.

Hvalfjörður, Iceland - © Cavan Images / Offset

Looking at splendid images is said to be a great way to feed the soul, so go ahead and...

Phi Phi Islands, Thailand - © Marco Bottigelli / Moment / Getty Images

Follow the river flowing beneath this bridge to the waters of English Bay and you’ll soon wind up…

Capilano Suspension Bridge, Canada - © kaiyhun / Adobe Stock

While we can't glimpse it from here, this lake hosts something extraordinary—it peeks above the water…

Lake Reschen, Italy - © Ivan Kmit / Alamy Stock Photo

The southern third of this island—or 'key' as it's called—is part of a beautiful park, but truth be told…

Bill Baggs Cape Florida Park, Florida - © Susanne Kremer / Huber / eStock Photo

When three very different ecosystems meet, the landscapes are likely going to be quite diverse…

Amboró National Park, Bolivia - © Morten Ross / 500px / Getty Images

Set among the flowering sagebrush like giant brick beehives, the star attractions at this park…

Ward Charcoal Ovens, Nevada - © Sumiko Scott / Moment / Getty Images