We are always inquisitive about mystery and thrillers. Be it in books or travelling to unknown destinations or secret places, man is hungry for adventure. We have always wondered whether it was possible to dive into the oceans and live with the mysterious people of Atlantis. Haven't we all wondered what goes around the Bermuda Triangle?
I'd be lying if I say Asgard in movies didn't remind me of the secret bridge connecting the two worlds owned by mortals and God.
So won't it be amazing if we tell you that there are places that will give you a spine chilling experience and make your eyes pop out? Well to one's relief, we have found a bunch of these locations which you can't miss as an explorer. So let's walk into the world of unknown destinations or secret places and curious creatures.
1. Surigao del Sur, Philippines
The Philippines is a place of dreams and it never fails to surprise visitors with its mesmerising islands and lush green lands. But it has got its share of secrets too. In the small province of Surigao del Sur, the rivers and meanders are the best places to hide from the rushing world outside.
2. Haiku Stairs, Oahu, Hawaii
This one will give you goosebumps if I tell you the reason behind the construction of these staircases. So the next time you are in Hawaii, and climbing these stairways to heaven, you'll ascend with the knowledge that it was built in the year 1942 for transmission of radio signals across the Pacifics. The Haiku Radio station operated with the navy ships in this manner and what is sure to drive your adventure cells in the body crazy, is the fact that this flight of stairs has a total of 3,922 steps.
3. Crook Forest, Szczecin in Poland.
The town of Gryfino is infested with crooked trees and a dense canopy. It is sure to make you feel like you have entered the world of Narnia and the woods will surround you with mystery and magic. There are around 400 pine trees in the Crooked Forest and are inclined at an angle of ninety degrees from the ground. The secrets and enchanting tales suggest sinister and evil activities behind the spooky inclination of the trees while botanists say that it must be the gravitational pull of the earth behind the bent of the trunk.
4. Hitachi Seaside Park, Japan.
Ibaraki is a town which is situated northeast of Tokyo and has got this splendid park to lose yourself in its scenic beauty. A rarely known place and not many know about its grandeur. If you are planning to sneak out of the buzzing city life, this place is your perfect escape. The Kanto Plain is decked up in varieties of flowers and seasonal blooms up to a vast stretch of land covering hectares.
5. Rotorua Hot Springs in New Zealand.
This is one of the most brilliant geothermal energy harness spots in the world. Several mud pools and remarkable geysers are attractions of this magnificent ground. What more can excite you than learning about the culture of the Maori in the adjoining region. Lose yourself in the bubbling foamy warmth of the spurting water.
6. The Door to Hell in Derweze, Turkmenistan
This is also called The Gateway to Hell and has a spine chilling history behind its construction. The interesting fact states that the cavern collapsed in the year 1971 and then the scientists set it on fire to prevent the spread of methane gas in the surrounding regions.
7. Oasis in Peru, Huacachina
Huacachina is a small town in Peru surrounded by beautiful lakes and ponds around the dunes and sandhills You will be awestruck to know that an enchanting place like this, is the most infertile plain in the world with residents, ninety-six in number. However, you may enjoy sandboarding and visiting the rustic shops as a part of your trip.
8. Lake Natron in Tanzania
Here is such daring water and dangerous place for explorers who enjoy pushing their limits and love facing the challenges of the adverse terrains. This lake is highly alkaline and is known after the phrase " waters which turn animals to stone". This is because the alkalinity is up to 10.5 and if any aquatic creature dares to tread underwater, their skin gets burned in no time.
9. Doodhpathri, Kashmir.
Kashmir is renowned for its flower blooms and magnificent rivers and rugged mountains. It is rightly called heaven on earth but what will leave you dumbstruck is the fact that resides in the Budgam District in the mountains called the Doodhpathri which is infested with adorable sheep and green landscapes scattered all over the hills.
10. Murud, Maharashtra
Maharashtra is an abode for the most elegant sites and locations to visit in India. Some of them will intrigue you in the most magnificent way possible. On such a location is Murud which is well known for the ancient and strongest marine fort called the janjira.