10) Underwater waterfall in Mauritius

Mauritius is an island nation in the Indian Ocean about 2,000 kilometers (1,200 miles) off the southeast coast of the African continent. Mauritius was first discovered by the Arabs in 975 AD, then by the Portuguese between 1507 and 1513. Since then there have been periods of succession and colonization among the French, Dutch and British. The island became a republic in 1968. 

In the southwest end of the island one can find a fascinating illusion. When viewed from above, a runoff of sand and sediment deposits create the impression of a "cascade under water." View from satellite (as seen in the images of Google Maps) are equally dramatic, as an underwater vortex apparently appears on the coast of this tropical paradise.

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9) The Salt Cathedral in Colombia

First it was daylight, then darkness. Gradually a multicolored phosphorescent light breaks through and illuminates the walls of Zipaquirá Salt Mine, a monumental piece of architecture carved by hand mining and converted into a temple of beauty. 

Before entering, the first thing you see is the flag plaza where is the sculpture of the Virgin of Guasá (meaning salt and water), patron saint of miners who have their feet is a miner. In the Ceremonial Plaza are also the Cardinal Cross, the mining monument, bell tower and water sources. 

This portentous salt mine is located in the town of Zipaquirá, department of Cundinamarca, just 48 miles from Bogota. It is embedded in the Cerro del Zipa (maximum Indian chief), at 2,652 meters above sea level and has an average temperature of 14 º C.

In 1995, the new headquarters of the Salt Mine was opened, given the instability of the first mine. This new building is 180 meters underground. To build the mine 250,000 tons of rock salt were extracted. This mine is the largest rock salt reserves in the world. 

There is access to three naves: the birth and baptism, of life and death and resurrection, each with an altar. 

Each of the naves has sculptures beautifully carved by miners and sculptors among which stands out the Mercy. The Salt Mine pleaded 1st Wonder of Colombia in 2007. 

Another major attraction is the Mirror of Water, above a pickle (place for saturation of salt), whose surroundings are illuminated to be reflected in the static water and give a fascinating optical effect which gives the impression of swimming in a vacuum underground.

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8) Hidden Beach Marieta Islands, Mexico

If you are looking for a unique and unforgettable experience for your next trip, we recommend "Hidden Beach" in the Marieta Islands in Mexico. It is an amazing place, visited by tourists, but not altered by human hand because it is strictly protected by law.

The wonderful Marieta Islands, near Puerto Vallarta, have been declared national park, and therefore the activities such as hunting, fishing and just about anything else in this place, are illegal. In fact there are only two permitted activities in the area, kayaking and snorkeling, so the islands are free from damage and degradation - The park covers almost 1,400 hectares.

In this magnificent paradise, where the climate does not change during the year, one of the islands has a fascinating "Hidden Beach" that is entered only through a cave. There is enough space between the rock ceiling of the cave and the crystal clear for visitors to swim freely without having to hold your breath or using scuba gear.

The feeling you get when you arrive this unique shelter of tranquility and natural beauty is just wonderful. It is believed that "holes" were formed in early 1900 when intense military activities conducted in these islands uninhabitable.

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7) Fingal's Cave, Scotland

Located in Scotland, Fingal's Cave has striking natural basalt columns formed by a long process of crystallization of volcanic lava. 

It is a system of caves located on the island of Staffa in Scotland. An island that only has 1 mile long and it has some caves product of endless rains and strong waves originated. 

But the cave greatest of all , the cave or grotto of Fingal, was named in honor of the giant Fingal, a hero of the epic poetry of Ireland; and became the most incredible of all.

This island gained fame in 1722 when she was visited by the famous English naturalist Joseph Banc, who discovered the cave of Fingal. Since then, it is tourist destination for thousands of travelers and professional photographers. 

Among its most striking features are its natural basalt columns, extremely regular basis. Most of them form a hexahedron, although there are also triangular. Each is formed by a long process of crystallization from volcanic lava.

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6) Aogashima, Japan

What would it feel to live inside a volcano? The inhabitants of Aogashima can answer that question. This island is unique because in its center is a dormant volcano. 

Aogashima is part of the Izu Islands, 320 kilometers south of Tokyo. The island has 205 inhabitants and belongs to Japan. The island has a peculiar way, with the volcano in the center and a deep valley to the surrounding area. The figure is resembled a donut but reversed. The most curious of all: Aogashima is a volcano within a volcano.

Aogashima is known for having a volcanic caldera within another. So what you have is a giant crater, which is the same island, within a small volcano. That is why the island has this very striking way, as out of a fantasy movie. 

To reach Aogashima there are two options: boat and helicopter. However, it is difficult to find a point at which anchor the boat, as there are several cliffs and volcanic rock deposits difficult to navigate around. For all this, Aogashima remains a rarely visited island. 

If you go, something you can not miss is a journey to the inner volcano, Otonbu. This volcano is the highest elevation of the island and  allows a beautiful  and peripheral view.

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5) Pamukkale, Turkey

Pamukkale can be translated as a fortress of cotton. Pamukkale is a strange geological formation, located in the Aegean region in Turkey. At first glance, is a series of terraced of water with high calcium content of incredible beauty. The tectonic movements that took place in the depression of the fault basin Menderes River not only caused frequent earthquakes but also caused the appearance of numerous hot springs. Numerous hot springs high in calcium and bicarbonate have the effect of frozen waterfall on the mountainside.

The sources of thermal water from Pamukkale is one of the main attractions of Turkey. In fact, Pamukkale is an attractive from centuries. The Roman city of Hierapolis, which persist today its ruins was erected there. Pamukkale and Hierapolis, are declared World Heritage Site since 1988.

Ideally enjoy morning and sunset in Pamukkale: nothing better to take your shoes and enjoy the amazing feeling of warm water on your feet.

This long list of places, is the only place where I've been and I can only say it is amazing.

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4) Hillier Lake, Australia

Hillier Lake is located west of Australia , according to the results of investigations on this lake, there aren't algae that cause the water present this color, as in other lakes that get the red or pink because of these algae, but in this case it is not so becomes a mystery . Moreover there is a rather curious thing happens in this lake, when a person is going to catch the water with a glass , the water remains in deep pink as it appears on photographs .

One of the most accepted theories is that the pink color of the water can be produced by a micro algae and micro organisms very difficult to detect, yet none of this is proven.

Another hypothesis is that the pink color of the lake may be due to red halophiles bacterias in salt crusts.

What we do know is that this lake has no adverse effects on humans, so we can immerse ourselves in it without problem.

You can admit this Pink Lake has become a marvel in Australia for its charming mystery.

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3) Tunnel of Love, Klevan, Ukraine

Spring is the ideal time to visit Ukraine: after the hard winter that plagues this Slavic country, snow melt to make way for the rebirth of nature, which stains green landscapes.

An example of this is found in a place that many have regarded as the most romantic in the world. As usual, these little corners are not available from the tourist crowds, but are reserved for those little romantic getaways with friends. This place is called the "Tunnel of Love".

It's located near the town of Klevan northwestern Ukraine and is actually a section of railroad that serves to a board factory. The tunnel is a natural corridor that surrounds these pathways formed by trees that surround it as protecting the outside world. See how nature has taken over this small space is one of the images that invite you to take your partner's hand and cross it to get to that dream world in which you both like to live.

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2) Sea Stars, Vaadhoo Island, Maldives

In the Maldives Islands in the Indian Ocean, occurs one of the most amazing phenomena of the world, called "sea of ​​stars". 

A phenomenon, which makes the sand seems shiny, happens in these beaches. This spectacular event occurs only when temperatures are very high and the night is very dark. Sparks can be seen rolling around underfoot while people walk along the water's edge, creating a beautiful light show. 

Points of light on the shore appear to reflect stars above in a picture taken in Vaadhoo Island in the Maldives. Biological light, or bioluminescence, in waves is the product of marine microbes called phytoplankton, and now scientists think they know how some of these life forms create their bright blue glow. 

It is a spectacular landscape that is necessary to see once in your life. In the movie Life of Pi showed this landscape, one of the most memorable scenes.

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1) Tianzi Mountains (China), the mountains of the film "Avatar"

The Zhangjiajie Mountains in Hunan Province of China are a natural show.

A giant stone forest known as "The Pillars of the Southern Sky" and is one of the many works of art that nature has made ​​in China.

All Scenic Area of Wulingyuan where the National Forest Park Zhangjiajie is located, has a collection of more than 3,100 stone pillars, all of different heights with some reaching over 800 meters, lush valleys and dense forests, lakes, caves , waterfalls and streams, spread over an area of approximately 266 square miles (690 square kilometers).

It's no surprise that this park has been designated a World Heritage Site and World Geopark by UNESCO.

 Several ancestral groups live in this paradise, such as Bai, Tu or Miao. They are the gods of these authentic places, their carers and their angels. They are the soul of the place.

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0) Let's start!!!!

Hello everyone, my name is Alberto Rodríguez Ruiz. I’ll be writing here the places which I would like to visit before I die. If you have any question, you can ask me.

No matter that our cities are advanced from the technological point of view if in the end we got tired of the noise, stress and crowd.

Fortunately, all is not lost yet.

There are fantastic places away from any sign of civilization. Impressive landscapes are waiting you to discover them.

However, life is short and limited resources, so we have to make a selection. I made my own choice, and these are some places I want to visit before I die.

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