Marble Caves, Chile
If it is possible for a destination to be both popular and hidden, this is it. The beautiful Marble Caves, or Cuevas de Marmol, are definitely secluded and hidden away from a lion’s share of tourists. The caves were carved into the Andes by 6000 years worth of oceanic waves.
Jiuzhaigou Valley
Everything you picture in your mind when you hear the word ‘nature’ can be found in the Jiuzhaigou Valley in China. Located in Nanping County, this is a stunning travel destination for adventurers. There are waterfalls, lakes, thick forests, and many more adventures that await you.
Yungang Grottos, China
Everybody knows about the Great Wall, and the Terracotta Army, but those are not the only two locations that showcase Chinese ability to construct things of beauty. The Yungang Grottos is popular among Chinese tourists, but not that much among international tourists.
North Cape, Norway
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The North Cape is the northernmost tip of the Europe. It is located in Norway, but geologists are at a point of contention about whether North Cape takes the crown, or the nearby Knivskjellodden Point does. However, this does not stop thousands of tourists from making North Cape their stopping point during a road trip of Norway.
Hang Son Doong, Vietnam
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In the middle of the Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park lies one of the earth’s largest natural monoliths – one that has seen fewer people than Mount Everest. We are talking about the Hang Son Doong Cave. The cave has been opened to the public from 2013, and it is the largest cavern in the world – in fact, it is so big, you can easily fly a 747 through it!
Sintra, Portugal
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Sintra is one of Portugal’s best hidden gems. It’s a fairy tale come alive, with glittering palaces, bright yellow facades, rolling hills, and the bright blue Atlantic Ocean. Even Lord Byron was a huge fan of Sintra.
Paris Catacombs
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Everybody knows about the Eiffel Towers and Champs de Elysses, but not a lot of people know about the Catacombs of Paris. The catacombs do attract a lot of visitors though – and we’re not talking the otherworldly kind (despite the 6 million human remains within the catacombs, the area is surprisingly bereft of any ghostly possessions).
Haiku Stairs, Oahu, Hawaii
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It will be impossible for you to look at the Haiku Stairs in Oahu without the song ‘Stairway to Heaven’ coming into your mind. It is the unofficial name of the stairway after all! This is not a destination for the weak, though. It’s a 3922 step stairway that leads you atop the Ko’olau mountain range, giving you a literal bird’s eye view of the entire area. The wooden stairway can be quite tricky to navigate – and only some parts are accessible to the public as of now.
Tinago Falls, Philippines
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Philippines is becoming a popular travel destination among people who want to spend quality time in Asia. But a lot of international tourists still do not know about the Tinago Falls, located in Iligan city. You’ll have to climb down 500 steps to reach the falls, but the view is definitely worth the effort! The 240 ft. waterfalls cascades elegantly into a turquoise blue pond, giving you the view of a lifetime.
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