Five Amazing Natural Wonders of the World

This article was written by Phineas Upham,

The wonders of the world aren’t organized into one central list. Exploring these wonders will take you all over the planet, to some of the most beautiful places on Earth.

Grand Canyon

Stretching over 277 miles in length, with a width of 18 miles, the gorge of the Grand Canyon is one of the world’s largest canyons. The canyon is also home to several Native Americans and the historic village offers tourists a glimpse into that past.

Great Barrier Reef

The Great Barrier Reef is a natural formation that took thousands of years to complete, and the region is constantly changing. The crystal clear waters are part of the awe and wonder this place holds.

Rio De Janero

When Gonçalo Coelho hit land after three months at sea, he was amazed at the beauty he saw before him. The small fleet he had with him was helping to chart the South American shore line when he stumbled across “Rio De Janero,” or “January River.”

Mount Everest

Mount Everest in Tibet is an 8,000+ foot climb that is one of the most majestic places on the planet. Today, climbing Everest is a tourist attraction but the mountain used to be a hurdle that explorers fought hard to conquer.

Aurora

Aurora Borealis is a light display that occurs in the Arctic and Antarctic regions. Americans can travel to Alaska to view this spectacle, which is made up of charge particles and solar winds.

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About the Author: Phineas Upham is an investor at a family office/hedgefund, where he focuses on special situation illiquid investing. Before this position, Phineas Upham was working at Morgan Stanley in the Media & Technology group. You may contact Phineas on his Twitter page.