All of us are acquainted with the seven wonders of the world that we have been taught about in school or read about on the internet. Surely, these are the places that can charm any person and mesmerize them with their beauty and elegance. Standing tall and since hundreds of years, these places have always been tourist attractions and flooded with people round the year. But, apart from these amazing and captivating places, did you know that there exist places that are as beautiful as the listed seven wonders? Many of you might not have visited these places or even known them for that matter. So, bring out the traveler in you guys for we are going to introduce you to some really wonderful places on the globe that failed to make it on the seven wonders list but are surely worth a visit!

10. Banaue Rice Terraces – Philippines

The Banaue Rice Terraces in the Philippines, built about 2000 years ago by hand, are listed as the eighth wonder of the world. These beautiful rice terraces have said to have covered half the globe, had the steps been placed side by side. To experience the flawless beauty and aura of the place, a large number of tourists trek up the Ifugao Mountains every year.

9. Tower of Hercules – Spain

The Tower of Hercules is yet another wonder of the world that is an ancient lighthouse in Spain. This structure is similar to the lighthouse of Alexandria in Egypt which is believed to be almost 2000 years old. Many of you may wonder what makes this tower feature in the list of the wonders of the world, but you surely need to visit the place in person to experience its serene beauty. One of the oldest Roman lighthouses still in use, the Tower of Hercules is a National Monument of Spain and UNESCO world heritage site.

8. Torun – Poland

The town of Torun in Poland is one of the most beautiful towns and a popular tourist place in the world. Listed among the 10 unlisted wonders of the world, the town of Torun is well known for its beauty and is preserved for tourists to experience life here. From its wonderful churches to the town hall, city walls, etc, everything here is worth seeing and actually a treat to the eyes. The amazing structures crafted out of bricks depict construction in the medieval style.

7. Meteora – Greece

Meteora in Greece is a literal portrait of beauty and wonder which has remained away from the tourist radar so far. This amazing place had to be listed among the 10 wonders of the world for its picturesque beauty and mesmerizing landscapes. Located in Thessaly, Meteora is one of the largest and popular monasteries in the Eastern Orthodox faith. The place basically has six monasteries that are built on the top of sandstone rocks that protrude above the trees, high into the sky. The place is thus rightly named as ‘Meteora’ which means ‘middle of the sky’. Believed to be a UNESCO world heritage site, this place has somehow remained secluded from tourists. So, pack your bags and head out guys before it becomes crowded!

6. Bagan – Myanmar

Now here is a place that has a rich historical and spiritual beauty and importance. Bagan in Myanmar is an ancient city that was believed to have a large number of Buddhist temples and monasteries during its glorious days. For anyone who would like to know what makes this city distinctive and a heritage site, it has about 10,000 structures that stand out tall and make the place a treat to the eyes. Isn’t that a reason enough for the city to be listed among the top ten wonders of the world? So, if you want to get the best view of the city, head out for a balloon ride and experience the charm of the place yourself!

5. Library of Celsus – Turkey

This awe-inducing structure, the Library of Celsus, is yet another amazing place listed under the top ten wonders of the world apart from the seven that we are familiar with. Looking at this structure, no one would believe it is a library, isn’t it? Yes, the structure has been destroyed by a natural phenomenon but the remains still make it a beautiful place, enough to become a tourist attraction. And, let me tell you, the place is actually a graveyard that has Celsus been buried in a crypt beneath the library for hundreds of years now. Did that just give some food to the adventurer in you?

4. Tunnel of Love – Ukraine

Did the name just catch your attention and interest? Okay, so here we have something interesting to share with all the couples deeply in love. If you have been weary of meeting at the same places, the Tunnel of Love can simply be a great choice for a meet and a walk in solace this weekend! This amazing and beautiful place with lush green and thick trees covering it is one of the most beautiful places on the earth, enough to be listed among the wonders of the world. It is a 3-kilometer railroad track that passes through dense and abundant trees. There have also been numerous superstitions about the place that it fulfills every single wish of couples passing through it. Now that’s something interesting, isn’t it?

3. Red Beach – China

Although the picture is enough to captivate the attention of anyone, the Red Beach in Panjin, China is nothing like a beach. Typically, a beach is imagined as a far-reaching stretch of water accompanied by sand and the Red Beach surely depicts nothing of that sort. The place is basically formed from Sueda which is a seaweed that grows during the month of spring and changes color from green to maroon in summers and autumn respectively. Not the entire beach is open for tourists but you can still visit the permissible area between the months of September to November.

2. Wisteria Tunnel, Kawachi Fuji Gardens – Japan

Did the picture just made you feel that you are in a fairytale? Yes, this is one place that is ought to be a part of the ten wonders of the world for its incredible beauty and aura. The Wisteria Tunnel in Kawachi Fuji Gardens, Japan is a man-made place that is full of wisteria flowers. Since the flowers bloom elegantly during the wisteria festival in spring, it is advisable to visit this place during this season and experience its beauty to give a wonderful treat to your eyes.

1. Enchanted Well at Chapada Diamantina National Park – Brazil

Ever wondered if a well could get listed as one of the wonders of the world? Well, the Enchanted Well at Chapada Diamantina National Park in Brazil will convince you that even wells can be beautiful and nothing like you can imagine! This beautiful and amazing place is not actually a well but a lake or a giant hollow pool that is 100 feet deep. It is best known for its crystal clear water that can even help you see the rocks and tree trunks that lie to the bottom of it. If you are planning to visit this mind-blowingly amazing place, let me tell you that you can get the best view of this place when sunlight falls on the water through a small opening, leaving around a mesmerizing blue reflection.