1. Chefchaouen, Morocco
Nestled in the Riff Mountains of northwest Morocco, this charming blue village was built as a fortress in the 15th century to fend off Portuguese raids. Today, it’s a friendly, welcoming mess of cobblestone streets with local tanners and weavers adding to the culture.
2. Yangzhou, China
The center of Yangzhou town is certainly crowded with tourists, but just a bicycle or a boat to move a little further away from the center, you will see the real "miracle" on this land. Sharp mountains pierce through the magical mist, old men with long gray beards, wearing conical hats on their heads diligently rowing boats on the rivers to fish, taking you as well-trained birds of prey beside you... such a majestic and magical scene will make you feel like you are lost in a real-life fairyland.
3. Lalibela, Ethiopia
The monolithic churches of Lalibela are nothing short of a wonderland for Ethiopian archaeologists. These impressive sacred structures, carved entirely from rock and forming a series of ancient pilgrimage sites, give the town an air of pure mysticism.
4. Santorini, Greece
The undisputed king of the Greek Islands, Santorini is famous for its endless array of whitewashed houses that float on the sparkling waters of the Mediterranean. And despite welcoming an army of tourists each year, it still retains a magical and peaceful small-town feel.
5. Mont-Saint-Michel, France
Mont-Saint-Michel is a historic island commune surrounding a magnificent 8th-century abbey. With around 50 inhabitants, it is truly one of the most enchanting settlements on Earth for its tranquil beauty.
6. Huacachina, Peru
Have you ever wanted to visit a real oasis dam in the middle of the desert? Then head to Huacachina for your chance. This incredible Peruvian town will make you feel like you’re living in a fantasy!
7. Bruges, Belgium
Europe has many medieval villages that any visitor will think they came out of a fairy tale. However, there is a place that will make you even more "stunned" by such magical and mysterious beauty - Bruges. Come visit this historic city in the Northwest of Belgium and have your own feelings.
8. Alter do Chao, Brazil
Does a tropical island paradise really exist in the middle of the Amazon? Yes! Grab your swimsuit, towel, sunglasses and sunscreen and head to the Brazilian jungle paradise, Alter do Chão, to experience it for yourself!
9. Hallstatt, Austria
Set alongside a sparkling lake and beneath forested peaks lies the town of Hallstatt – an Austrian wonderland with a distinctly European flair.
10. Dubrovnik, Croatia
World famous for its stunning fortress along the Adriatic Sea, Dubrovnik is also a surprising location for Game of Thrones! Is that enough of a mythical feeling to make you visit this Croatian gem?
11. Cinque Terre, Italy
There are not only 1 but 5 seaside villages that will lull you into a dreamy beauty, so if you come to romantic Italy, don't miss Cinque Terre. Each area will have its own trail for visitors to walk on. In addition, the colorful houses stacked and intertwined with each other are also an impressive point - you will feel like this place is like a Lego set on the wild and poetic Italian coast.
