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Among renowned global landmarks like Sydney Harbour Bridge, Machu Picchu, and the Grand Canyon, Vietnam's Bac Son Valley also stands out as one of the finest spots for aerial sightseeing, as recognized by Roughguides.
Bac Son Valley earns its place among the world's best destinations for aerial sightseeing
1. Enjoy the cityscape from Sydney Harbour Bridge, Australia
Sydney Harbour Bridge, one of Australia's most famous bridges, offers ample opportunities to capture stunning images from various perspectives. This steel arch bridge stands at a height of 134 meters above Sydney Harbour. Completed in March 1932 after an 8-year construction period, it was once considered the longest single-span bridge in the world. A visit to Sydney Harbour Bridge provides visitors with a breathtaking 360-degree view of the beautiful cityscape from above.
2. Embark on a hot air balloon ride at Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya
Being the homeland of many rare wild animals such as lions, leopards, antelopes, wildebeests, giraffes, hippos,... a hot air balloon ride in Maasai Mara National Reserve, especially at dawn, will always guarantee tourists many exciting experiences. Moreover, if tourists ride with experienced balloon pilots, they will know how to keep the noise of the burner low, allowing the balloon to glide directly over the backs of wild animals without being detected.
3. Admire the beauty of Machu Picchu Sanctuary, Peru
It's no exaggeration to say that when Peru is mentioned, every traveler immediately thinks of Machu Picchu - the central city of the ancient Inca civilization, and one of the top tourist destinations in Peru. Those who have set foot here are all amazed and can't believe there's such a masterpiece perched on high mountains, covered by such mystical fog. An interesting suggestion is for tourists to head to Machu Picchu early in the morning, as you can witness the sunrise from the Sun Gate while trying to climb to the top of Huanya Picchu Tower.
4. Marvel at the vibrant colors from the tannery workshops of Chouwara, Fez, Morocco
Fez, a city dating back to the 8th century and the 3rd largest urban area in Morocco, is globally renowned for its Medina district. It's a labyrinthine old quarter, full of shops lining narrow, winding streets. Not only that, the city is famous for its large and ancient tanneries, and Chouara is the most famous tannery with a nearly 1,000-year history. What's special is that all the dyes in the workshop come from natural sources such as red, blue, orange, purple, brown,... Therefore, if you look at the dyeing workshop from above, especially under the sunlight, it will be an incredibly magical sight.
5. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Grand Canyon, USA
Grand Canyon National Park is one of the world's most famous tourist destinations, with its colorful canyons ranging from brown, red, orange to yellow creating a stunning landscape under the sun. The hiking trail in Grand Canyon canyon resembles a 'horseshoe-shaped' glass bridge, 20m long and extending out to the edge of a canyon at a height of 1,000m. Therefore, standing on the skywalk in Grand Canyon canyon and admiring the surrounding scenery is truly an unforgettable experience.
6. Trekking in Bac Son Valley, Vietnam
Experience walking through the rice fields in Bac Son Valley in northern Vietnam, and travelers will have the opportunity to see the most beautiful landscapes of this country. However, the most impressive view comes after travelers conquer the mountain ranges in Bac Son Valley. From above, you will see the winding river alongside the green of the leaves, the shining yellow from the rice fields, and the charming stilt houses nestled around the mountain slopes.
7. Skydiving from an airplane in Dubai
An adventurous yet thrilling activity is skydiving from an airplane to witness the entire Palm Jumeriah - an artificial island owned by Dubai. In the design shape of a giant palm tree, this island is considered one of the most perfect man-made structures in the world when viewed from the air. With this experience, the plane will take tourists up to about 4,000m and drop them freely onto the beautiful beach of Palm Jumeriah.
8. Capture stunning photos at The Peak, Hong Kong
As the highest peak in Hong Kong, The Peak is the ideal spot for Hong Kong travel enthusiasts who want to overlook the entire city. From a high and wide angle, standing on The Peak, gazing towards the city, all the splendid and mystical beauty of Hong Kong seems to be within the sight of travelers.
9. Explore the Amazon rainforest, Peru
Exploring the Amazon rainforest is one of the most memorable experiences you should undertake on your trip to Peru. In particular, visitors can stop at Canopy Walkway, located 35m above the ground and stretching 50m, where they will be provided with a magnificent view to admire monkeys swinging through the trees and pink river dolphins playing in the Amazon River.
10. Paragliding in Wengen, Switzerland
Situated in the Swiss Alps - the quaint village of Wengen boasts romantic beauty as it is covered with snow all year round. The village is quite peaceful and the air is always fresh as vehicles are not allowed to pass through. Visiting here, especially experiencing the thrill of paragliding, travelers will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the beautiful natural scenery, with fresh, clean air, and magnificent views.
According to Traveltimes.vn
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Reference: Travel Guide from Mytour
MytourDecember 18, 2014
