The saying goes, “a picture is worth a thousand words,” but some photographs are worth much more than that. Personally, I am always on the hunt for new and awe-inspiring places to visit on this planet. Some images are so powerful that they ignite my wanderlust, causing me to search for plane tickets and travel deals right away. While we’ve all seen photographs of famous landmarks and destinations, the collection I’m about to share with you contains hidden gems that few have ever laid eyes on. These breathtaking snapshots will undoubtedly leave you yearning to explore every corner of this beautiful planet we call home.

Here are 20 amazing photos that will take your breath away from all over the world!

World’s Tallest Outdoor Elevator Climbs an Amazing 1,070 Feet Up a Mountain Cliff in Zhangjiajie, China

A photograph taken by Morgunblaðið photographer Árni Sæberg of the Þrídrangaviti lighthouse in 2009 has now become viral thanks to Justin Bieber of all people.

Madagascar

Cancun Underwater Museum, Mexico

Pink Lake, Australia

Alberobello, Italy

Holi Festival, India

Burano, Italy

Fern Forest, Jamaica

Skatftafeli, Iceland

Castle Island, Dublin

Positano, Italy

Blue Lagoon, Reykjavik – Iceland

Spanish Synagogue, Spain

Shwedagon Paya (Pagoda), Yangon, Burma

Whitehaven Beach, Australia

Cappadocia, Turkey

Salt Desert, Bolivia

Zhangye Danxia Landform, China

Pura Lempuyang Door, Bali, Indonesia

Tulip Fields, Netherlands

Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, Thailand