10 Amazing Places on Earth: Reality or CGI? (11 photos)

There are countless photo collections of the most beautiful places on Earth, and it's true that it's difficult to choose which one you truly want to visit. These places range from well-known and well-visited to untouched, remote paradises. But the truth is, there are countless paradises in this world, but life is short, and unfortunately, we won't be able to visit them all.

This collection includes not only photographs of places that seem "out of this world," but also those that are tinged with magic and look like surreal, fairytale paintings or stills from a sci-fi film.







Aliens among us?

This is just a night beach in the Maldives (Vadhoo Island). You might think this shot is from Avatar or some other sci-fi movie, but you'd be wrong. This place is located on planet Earth and is very real.





Purple rain? No, purple fields.

Lavender fields in France. Perhaps the French have become accustomed to them and are no longer impressed every time they see them. But for foreigners, an endless field of deep purple lavender remains etched in their memory for a lifetime. And the aroma…



Sky blue

Once again, the Maldives invite you to embark on an unforgettable journey between sky and ocean. And while there are many places with crystal-clear water, where even the depth is difficult to determine, this particular place seems made for strolling with the gods who created the sky and water.



Tortilla time!

Did you think the essence of Mexico was desert, big hats, and spicy food? Not at all! To understand this, you should reconsider your travel plans and visit the underground river in Rio Secreto (Riviera Maya).



Kalispera

The Arabian Nights have already become a thing of the past, but Greece has something to boast about, too. Santorini at night looks like a painting, and the artist apparently didn't skimp on the colors.



Not just Eskimos

What immediately comes to mind when you hear the word "Alaska"? Miles of snow, ice, and a depressing white desert. Alaska is no place for jokes, but if you don't mind the cold, you might enjoy the trip. This is Anchorage, and what you see in the photos, you'll see in person if you decide to visit.



A king-size bed?

Do you like camping? Would you like to pitch a cozy tent or sleepwalk around a campfire with sleeping bags? Or would you like to stay with other campers in a safe, modern campground? So... this is Camping Tree in Elk, California, and if your significant other is already planning to book plane tickets, ask yourself what you'll do if you accidentally sleepwalk. But honestly, it's worth the risk.



CGI?

You might think this scene is straight out of a romantic movie, but it's just the shore of Cathedral Cove, New Zealand. What words can describe the majestic appearance of this place, and how could you not fall in love with it at first sight? This place seems so unnatural that upon seeing it for the first time, you have to bow your head to its enchanting natural beauty.



From Italy with love

Venice. This magical place attracts millions of tourists every year. The whole point of Venice is that even if you think you've seen everything there is to see, this city still has something to surprise you with. Faded colors, a tranquil atmosphere of both opulence and decadence, surrealism and quiet beauty—all this makes you want to return again and again.



Lakes of Tears

Or lakes of "evil spirits," Mount Kelimutu, Indonesia. They are believed to be the resting place of the souls of the dead. But the most interesting thing about these lakes is that they change color from blue to black, red, or green. And each lake changes color independently of the others.