Lauterbrunnen, Switzerland
Lauterbrunnen is situated in one of the most impressive trough valleys in the Alps, between gigantic rock faces and mountain peaks. With its 72 thundering waterfalls, secluded valleys, colorful alpine meadows and lonely mountain inns, it is one of the biggest nature conservation areas in Switzerland. Deep within the Alps, there are nearly no valleys on Earth that can compare with the majestic beauty of this one.
Romsdalen, Norway
Romsdalen is a valley in Norway. The 60-kilometre long valley runs through Rauma Municipality in M_e og Romsdal county and Lesja Municipality in Oppland county. The Raumabanen railway line and European Route E136 highway both run through the valley. The foreboding walls of this valley are a dream for rock climbers.
Barun Valley, Nepal
The Barun Valley trek is situated in the eastern half of Nepal, the uninhabited region offers impressive untouched views. This remote terrain stretches East from Sargamatha National Park, between the high plateaus of Tibet and the deep subtropical gorge carved by the Arun River. It is part of a huge international protected zone under the agreement between the Governments of China and the Nepal, which consists of 2330 square kilometers of National Park and 830 square kilometers in the Nepal.
Kalalau Valley, Hawaii
The Kalalau Valley is located in the Na Pali Coast State Park and houses the beautiful Kalalau Beach. This well-known northwest coast is as dramatic as it is intimidating, with most visitors settling for an exciting sailing trip to take in the view, snorkel and whale watch. Nonetheless, access to the lush Kalalau Valley is controlled for the sake of conservation with a predetermined number of permits issued for outdoors excursions at Kalalau Beach every year. Anybody wishing to hike beyond Hanakapi'ai Valley must have a license for staying in Kalalau Valley overnight.
Harau Valley, Indonesia
Harau Valley is located in Lima Puluh Kota District, West Sumatra. From Padang city, it's just about 2 hours. Although far away and tiring, the beauty of Harau Valley will pay off. The fresh air will fill your lungs and the green forest is a calm and peaceful retreat. The uniqueness of the valley are the cliff faces. With breathtaking landscapes, this valley comprises of rice fields surrounded by high canyon walls.
Yosemite Valley, California
Yosemite Valley is a census-designated place (CDP) in Mariposa County, California, United States. It comprises of Yosemite Village and the other areas of the Yosemite Valley in Yosemite National Park. It is forested with a diverse blend of California black oak, Ponderosa pine, incense-cedar, White fir, and Whiteleaf Manzanita, which offers a pleasant mix of sun and shade. Through the trees, Yosemite's telltale granite precipices peek through, and the gentle, refreshing Merced River flows nearby.
Jiuzhaigou Valley, China
Jiuzhai Valley National Park is located in Nanping County, 450 kilometers (about 280 miles) to the north of Chengdu City. It is a fabulous masterpiece of nature having a dreamlike view, which combines blue lakes, waterfalls, verdant forests, snow-covered mountains, and the folk customs of the Tibetan and Qiang peoples. In addition to the dreamlike sceneries, there are numerous flora and fauna in the scenic areas. There are 17 species of rare animals, 141 species of birds, and 170 species of vertebrates. Among them the first rank has giant pandas, golden monkeys and the second rank has lesser pandas, marmots, and blue sheep
Valle de la Luna, Chile
Valley de la Luna, isn't actually a valley by any means, but a labyrinth of canyons and giant spires. The formations, made fundamentally out of clay and sandstone, were created by the persistent erosion of mountains by the zone's strong winds and rains. What remains is a serene setting, brimming with wonder and intrigue. Though the land itself is quite a baron, several species of cactus do grow among the stalagmites, including the psychedelic Choma, or San Pedro cactus. Visitors might also spot the odd lizard or viscacha; an animal that looks like a cross between a fox and a rabbit.
Danum Valley, Borneo
Covering 43,800 hectares (438 km2), the Danum Valley Conservation Area is one of the biggest, most important and best-protected expanses of pristine lowland forest staying in SE Asia. It is situated in South-eastern Sabah, Malaysian Borneo. The Field Centre is easily accessed by road, and the journey takes less than 2 hours from the nearest town, Lahad Datu, which is a short flight (55 minutes) from the capital of Sabah, Kota Kinabalu. If you ever visit here, make a point to keep an eye out for the rare Borneo pygmy elephant!
Douro, Portugal
The Douro Valley is definitively one of the most beautiful wine regions in the world and a sublime destination for a romantic short break. The Douro valley has more than just the perfect climate and soil for cultivating grapes. The curves of its hillsides create a beautiful and dramatic landscape that changes with seasons. When harvest time comes in September, a warm metallic color scheme starts to take over with gold, copper and bronze tones decorating the slopes.
