9 Epic Destinations That Feel Like You’re On Another Planet

3. Wulingyuan Scenic Area, China: Avatar's Inspiration

The Wulingyuan Scenic Area in China's Hunan Province is a living testament to the power of nature's imagination. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is famed for its towering sandstone pillars, some reaching over 200 meters in height, which inspired the floating Hallelujah Mountains in James Cameron's "Avatar." These pillars, shrouded in mist and cloaked in lush vegetation, create an ethereal landscape that feels detached from the earthly plane. Exploring Wulingyuan is like stepping into a mythical world, where every turn reveals a new vista of surreal beauty, challenging the perception of what is real.