Socotra, Yemen to Fly Geyser, Nevada: 7 unusual wonders on Earth
Embark on a journey to Earth's wonders! From Bolivia's Salar de Uyuni to Yemen's Socotra Island, prepare to be amazed by our planet's extraordinary sights
lifestyle Apr 03 2024
Author: Amrita Ghosh Image Credits:Pixabay
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Salar de Uyuni (Bolivia)
The world's largest salt flat, spanning over 10,000 square kilometers (3,900 sq mi) in southwest Bolivia. During the rainy season, it becomes a gigantic mirror
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Giant's Causeway (Northern Ireland)
This natural wonder is a geological formation consisting of around 40,000 interlocking basalt columns, the result of an ancient volcanic fissure eruption
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Moeraki Boulders (New Zealand)
These unusually large and spherical boulders are scattered along Koekohe Beach on the Otago coast of New Zealand
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Socotra Island (Yemen)
Socotra is referred to as 'Galapagos of the Indian Ocean' due to its unique biodiversity and otherworldly landscapes. The island is home to many endemic species of flora and fauna
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Door to Hell (Turkmenistan)
Also known as the Darvaza Gas Crater, this fiery pit in the Karakum Desert has been burning continuously since 1971
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Fly Geyser (Nevada, USA)
This accidentally man-made geyser was created during drilling for geothermal energy in the early 20th century
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Lake Hillier (Australia)
Located on Middle Island, off the coast of Western Australia, Lake Hillier is famous for its bubblegum-pink color