10 Strange Places on Earth – You Won’t Believe On That

Earth is full of weird and unusual things which are difficult to believe. You may know some of the most beautiful tourist attractions in the world. But knowing something about weird and uncommon places sounds more interesting and amazing. There are some strange places on earth which you can consider as holiday destinations this summer. 

Unlike the most beaches, mountains, nature spots or amusement parks, these strange places on earth are really stunning. Let’s discuss those places which are strange yet elegant.

1. Cano Cristales, Columbia

The “River of Five colors” flows in the Serrania de la Macarena province of Meta in Columbia. The river has five bright colors of yellow, green, blue, black and red which is its unique characteristic. Cano Cristales has mind-blowing nature with rocks and waterfalls. There are many species of birds, animals, and reptiles in this region. It is one of the most amazing strange places on earth.

2. Lake Natron

Lake Natron is a salt lake situated in Arusha region, North Tanzania. It is a shallow lake having the depth of 9.8 ft. Due to mineral-rich hot springs, the temperature of the lake remains above 40 degree Celcius. Many animals die in this lake every year which turn into statues with the process of calcification. There is irregular rainfall in this region. The lake has large deposits of sodium carbonate decahydrate and trona. It is described as the weirdest places on the earth.

3. Fly Geyser, United States

Fly Geyser is one of the most interesting and strange places on the earth. It is a geothermal geyser situated in Washoe County, Nevada.  Its height is about 5 feet and it is 12 feet wider along with the mound. Fly Geyser is made from the processes of well drilling and vaulting during the production of geothermal energy. The well was not properly closed due to which many particles emerged creating the mound and it started growing thereafter. There is a continuous outflow of water which reaches to the pools.

4. Mendenhall Ice Caves

Situated in downtown Juneau, Alaska, Mendenhall Ice Caves is a long glacier measuring 12 miles. It is one of the best spots for kayaks. It can be listed as one of the strange places on earth due to its location inside the glacier. The mesmerizing blue color of the ice caves will snatch you into it and you can tell it a surreal feeling. There are 38 glaciers in this place and many people come here to know the history of the formation of these glaciers and other facts.

5. The Bermuda Triangle, Atlantic Ocean

The Bermuda Triangle is region situated in the North Atlantic Ocean. It is believed that many ships have disappeared and the reasons are still unknown. There is a belief that some paranormal activities are the major reason for the disappearance of many ships though it is never proven. This region is frequently attacked by cyclones and storms which cause much damage to the nearby habitats. After much research, it is concluded that the region has a magnetic effect which has been the reason for the disappearance of the ships.

6. Monsanto, Portugal

The next one on the list of strange places on earth is Monsanto, Portugal. It is a small village which has many chapels, fountains, castles, churches and other tourist spots. This village has an interesting history for which numerous tourists visit here. One of the most famous spots here is Silver Rooster which is situated on the Clock Tower. Another popular spot is mountain Monsanto which is 758 meters above the sea level.

7. Richat Structure, Mauritania

Richat Structure is located in the Sahara near Ouadane in Mauritania. It is circular in shape with a diameter of 40 kilometers. The area is covered with sedimentary rocks, quartzite, and siliceous breccia. The inner part of the Richat Structure is made up of igneous rocks and the rhyolitic rocks which contain lava. Spectacular hydrothermal forms a part of Richat Structure and a central megabreccia are made by it.  It can be added to the list of strange places on earth.

8. Travertine Pools of Pamukkale, Turkey

Travertine Pools can drive you crazy just at one look with white sands and blue waters. This pool is situated in an inner part of Aegean region in the River Menderes valley. The old city of Hierapolis was built on the top of the white castle. Deposits of shining limestone cover most of this region. The water flows from the mountains which gather in the pools located below. Many tourists visit this pool every year and take a bath in it. This pool is also one of the most famous tourist destinations in the world.

9. Lake Hillier, Australia

A saline lake located in the Middle Island, Lake Hillier is one of the strange places on the earth. It has a beautiful pink color because of an organism called Dunaliella Salina. You can view this lake from a helicopter for its unique pink color. Numerous eucalyptus and paperbark trees surround this lake. There are salt crust deposits founded on the shoreline. However, the color of the lake looks different from far and when you spot it near.

10. Mount Roraima, Brazil

Mount Roraima is one of the best strange places on earth. This mountain is surrounded by the boundaries of Venezuela, Guyana, and Brazil. Canaima National Park is located at the highest peak of Guyana’s Highland Range. There are many species of plants found on the Mount Roraima such as Campanula and pitcher plants. There are various beliefs and stories attached to Roraima. Hikers simply love this place.

These are really strange places on earth which you can explore once in your lifetime. The history and facts of these places are still the matter of research by many scientists. But then, the tourists visit these places for fun and adventure. Do you want an unusual travel experience? You may think of visiting these strange places on earth for a beautiful trip with family.