15+ Breathtaking Landmarks That are Every Instagrammer’s Dream

We have all head about the Seven Wonders of The World, but how about the other landscapes that didn’t make the cut. Fire-breathing bridges, inside gardens with waterfalls, and even a giant pineapple maze! These are truly worthy of visiting and snapping a picture of, to be remembered forever.

These landscapes made us at Bright Side rethink our bucket lists, so we hope you’ll get inspired for your next vacation.

1. Golden Bridge, Da Nang

This astounding bridge, located inside the Ba Na Hills Resorts, Da Nang, measures about 150 m long, and stands 1,400 m above sea level. Its 8 arches stretch on for 12.8 m, making this the walk of a lifetime.

What makes this landmark stand out is its seamless merging of nature and architecture, which has been rewarded with plenty of appreciation throughout time. Its unique landscape has inspired designers worldwide, and many couples have chosen this bridge for their wedding photoshoots.

2. Palm Jumeirah, Dubai

Built in the early 21st century, the archipelago resembles a huge palm tree inside a circle. Incorporating sand from the Persian Gulf, work began in 2001. By 2006 work started on its buildings, ready to welcome residents in 2007.

Palm Jumeirah was supposed to be part of 3 similar offshore residential areas, along with Palm Jebel Ali and Palm Deira, however due to economic issues, they remain unfinished. It’s safe to say that Palm Jumeirah is a sight to be seen, and a unique place to live.

3. Dole Plantation Maze, Hawaii

Dole Plantation’s giant Pineapple Garden Maze was declared the world’s biggest maze in 2008. Located in Hawaii, the maze has been welcoming tourists from all over the world. Stretching for over 3 acres, its paths are crafted with 14,000 Hawaiian plants. Its main attraction is the pineapple located right at the heart of the maze, making it a wonder to witness.

4. Dragon Bridge, Da Nang

This Golden Bridge is not the only landscape feature Da Nang has to offer. This bridge has proven itself to be one of the most sought-after locations to visit, due to its extravagant nature.

The bridge has a dragon running along its whole length (about half a mile), that is more than just a simple iron and concrete statue. It’s done in true dragon fashion, it can breathe fire and water and even change colors at night.

5. Crystal Shoe, Budai

This giant glass Cinderella slipper is more than just an attraction. Built out of glass and standing at an astounding 16 meters high, this glass slipper was built for the sweetest reason ever: wedding photos and ceremonies.

Pan Tsuei-ping, the administration’s recreation section manager, explained that: “In our planning, we want to make it a blissful, romantic avenue... Every girl imagines how they will look like when they become a bride.”

6. Mont-Saint-Michel

Formerly known as Mont-Tombe, this elegant attraction has quite the past. In 1203, Mont-Saint-Michel was partially burned by King Phillip II of France. Moreover, it was somewhat hard to reach due to quicksand and very fast tides surrounding its parameters. Pairing Romanesque and Gothic styles of architecture, this medieval castle is definitely taken out of a fairytale, making it a must-visit spot for sure.

7. Petra

Also nicknamed “The Lost City,” the city of Petra was once quite populated. Carved directly into the canyon, this location used to act as a trading center and the capital of the Nabataean Empire between 400 BCE and CE 106.

And it only took a few years for the city of Petra to be declared one of the new Seven Wonders of the World, in 2007.

8. Flower Dome, Singapore

If you’re a nature lover, then this is the best location for you to visit and enjoy. The Flower Dome, located inside the Bay South Garden, includes plants from all over the world. The Flower Field, also inside the garden, has a plethora of flowers that will not let you down with their fragrance. Moreover, its displays change with the seasons!

9. Tiger’s Nest, Paro

Also nicknamed Paro Taktsang, this landmark is partially sculpted into a mountain. The Tiger’s Nest was built in 1692, standing at about 900 meters above the ground, on top of a cliff.

This location does not stray away from history, either. It is said that Tiger’s Nest got its name from a very well-known personality there, Guru Rinpoche, who was carried from Tibet to this location on the back of a tigress. Its unique history is definitely something to think about while visiting here.

10. Gereja Ayam, Java

There has been plenty of confusion as to why this landmark in the shape of a chicken exists in a location at the top of a hill on the island of Java.

Turns out, the man who built it, Daniel Alamsjah, had a dream that pushed him into building this place. Believe it or not, this building was supposed to represent a dove, not a chicken. However, after adding the crown at the top, it looked more like a rooster crest, so it became known as the Chicken Church.

11. Cave of Hands, Province of Santa Cruz

La Cueva de las Manos, or the Cave of Hands, is located in the valley of the Pinturas River, hidden by dirt roads. Dating back about 10,000 years, it is the living, breathing evidence of past generations, and a very creative one at that: hundreds of colorful hands scattered all over the cave.

Scientists can deduct how the people living here managed to create stencils of their hands on the walls. Different pigments were used for the colors, such as iron oxides for red and purple, kaolin for white, natrojarosite for yellow, and manganese oxide for black. Moreover, it is said that most of them are left hands, which means that they used the right hand in order to hold a spraying pipe.

12. Jewel Changi Airport, Singapore

Running over 7 floors and measuring 40 meters, the waterfall in the middle of Jewel Changi Airport is definitely worthy of being on your bucket list. Though it does look like a waterfall, it is actually called the HSBC Rain Vortex.

Surrounding the waterfall in a circular shape at the bottom is a Reflective Pool, which gives that much more grandeur to the pool. Since waterfalls and fountains are often associated with coins and good luck, many people have thrown coins in the Rain Vortex, though staff advises people to refrain from doing it.

13. Kunsthofpassage Funnel Wall, Dresden

Located in the Neustadt Kunsthofpassage, a creative district in Dresden, this wall is certainly an attraction worthy of your time. Its creators, Annette Paul, Christoph Roßner, and André Tempel turned their vision into reality, making this wall a tourist spot, and a musical one at that. It is said that whenever rain touches the funnels, it creates a beautiful melody.

14. Supertree Grove, Singapore

Enjoy flowers? You’ll be in love with the Supertree Grove, and its 12 Supertrees. The Grove has a lot to offer, including 162,900 varieties of bromeliads, orchids, ferns, and tropical flowering climbers. With their shape and size, the trees are reminiscent of a peculiar world, different from ours. What’s more, the trees are lit up during the Garden Rhapsody light show.

15. Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao

The first ever Guggenheim museum was founded in 1939, however, it was named the Museum of Non-Objective Painting by its creator, Solomon R. Guggenheim. Its location was in New York City, and it was meant to display the abstract art Solomon collected.

Throughout the years, many other branches of the museum came to life, and the one in Bilbao, Spain is a prime example. Built in 1997, it is entirely built of limestone and titanium, conferring a futuristic and elevated look, very fitting for the display of art inside.

16. Mother Earth, Gatineau

Located in the Jacques-Cartier Park, this sculpture can be found among 44 other plant sculptures. In total, the sculptures round up to 5.5 million flowers, giving tourists a trip into a colorful garden. Some of these sculptures include animals, birds, farmers, and gardeners, and all are meant to raise awareness for nature, as well as highlight the tight bond between human and plants. This whole journey in nature is called “Mosaiculture.”

17. Les Jardins d’Étretat, France

Not straying away from plant sculptures, Les Jardins d’Étretat also offer an amazing view of nature, courtesy of architect Alexandre Grivko. The gardens beautifully merge the work of man with the work of nature itself, bringing to life the emotion of man, best expressed in the Jardin Émotions. In this particular garden, each of the sculptures are meant to convey the many “moods” of the ocean and its inhabitants.

18. Les Machines de l’île, France

If you’ve ever dreamed about taking a walk inside Jules Verne’s world, among others, this project is the answer. In Nantes, France, a project by François Delaroziere and Pierre Orefice was put into place. This project, titled Les Machines de l’île, includes different machines that are meant to transport you into a whole other world. Some of the machines include: a Manta Ray, a Sea Snake, and various boats.

One of the attractions of the project is Le Grand Éléphant, which stands at 12m high, 8m wide, and 21m long. Made with 48.4 metric tons of steel and wood, it is definitely a sight to be seen.

Have you ever visited these landmarks? Have you visited other landmarks that you found astounding?