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Mr.Hani · #1 04-01-2013, 05:27 PM

Top 10 Natural Phenomena

If you think that sometimes people need a relaxing vacation, which to be fulfilled with countless outdoor amusements, inspiring leisure or maybe with a bunch of stunning vistas, and if you are one of these people - you definitely need a vacation in a scenic paradise with lots of natural wonders. Indeed, each beautiful slice of nature is a unique natural wonder, but there are also unique natural wonders, which create some of the most unforgettable and special emotions that you can imagine. These are the Top 10 natural phenomena, which are spread all over the world and they create a perfect fit for everyone to immerse in an absolute enjoyment of the surrounding ambiance. Thus, during your relaxing vacation, romantic escape, family journey or just an impromptu trip, for example, consider visiting at least one of these impressive natural phenomena. Aurora Borealis is definitely high on this list, just because this natural wonder occurs high on the sky.

1. Aurora Borealis

Aurora Borealis a.k.a. Northern Lights is one of the most captivating and inspiring natural phenomena, which occur only around the Arctic (nearby the north pole) and Antarctic (nearby the south pole) Circles. The Northern Lights are created by a fusion of charged particles and atoms, which are typical only for these two areas on Earth. One of the best places to enjoy this natural wonder is in Lapland, northern Finland. There, you can come across an abundant wilderness and completely uninhabited areas, while the best settings to enjoy the Northern Lights are provided by a crystal clear night sky, with no urban night lights, neither telecommunication signals, or another air pollution. Aurora Borealis is a truly romantic sensation, because it appears at very high altitude and it seems like blue, yellow, green, reddish and purple rivers on the sky, which are dotted by countless bright stars.

2. Mammatus Clouds

The Mammatus Clouds are quite strange clouds, which can help you to immerse yourself in the finest relaxation and inspiration of your dreams, as well as illusion that you are embraced by a paradise of cotton. This is caused by the unique shape of these clouds, which seems like giant cumulus clouds, whose colours vary from white, to pale greyish, grey and other darker nuances. They depend of the thickness of the Mammatus Clouds and they can be seen on the most places, where thunderstorms begin their formations. These beautiful clouds usually occur as groups of orbs and to see their smooth textures at sunset is definitely an unsurpassed sensation.

3. Monarch Migration

The Monarchs Butterflies are some of the most beautiful creatures that are compared only by the feeling of love in the stomach. These butterflies feature a bright mix of orange and black colours and they are most frequent in the U.S., Mexico and Melanesia (northeast of Australia). However, when it comes to observation of Monarchs Butterflies, perhaps the most irresistible choice is in the U.S. and during their migration period from Canada to Mexico and backwards. For example, during a relaxing hiking trip within the gorgeous landscapes of the U.S. state of California, you can be a witness to numerous trees, whose branches and leaves are shaded in orange and black colours, just because these trees are dotted by Monarchs Butterflies.

4. Penitentes

Penitentes are strange ice and snow formations, which represent tall pinnacles with a height from a couple of inches to over 7 feet. They are common within the highest areas of the central Andes, between Chile and Argentina, where the elevation is over 13,000 ft. There are many ways to enjoy these unique natural formations, for example, during a trekking trip. This also might be the best way to learn more about the creation of the Penitentes, as well as explore the inspiring mountain landscaping of the Andes.

5. Sailing Stones

This natural phenomenon is observed in Racetrack Playa, Death Valley National Park, California. There, the mountain terrain is dotted by a number of alluvial valleys, while Racetrack Playa is one of the most picturesque and mystical dry lakes. It's true, because of the many Sailing Stones, which are named after their unusual self-movements. You can actually clearly distinguish their tracks on the desert surface of Racetrack Playa. The trips of these "Sailing Stones" is a great geological mystery and a phenomenon, which is considered to be created by the severe winds, the speed of the stones, the thin layer of sand and many other factors. Nevertheless, to see the Sailing Stones in Racetrack Playa is a unique sensation, while you will be always surrounded by numerous dramatic mountains, which are dominated only by the formless white clouds.

6. Supercells

Supercells is another striking natural wonder, which is listed in the cloud phenomena. Supercells are thunderstorm clouds, which can occur basically everywhere, where there is a presence of a wet climate and rotating thunderstorms. Some of the most famous places in the world for observation of Supercells are the central states of the U.S., which are a part of the Tornado Alley. For example, the plains in Nebraska and Dakota offer tempting settings to enjoy this natural phenomenon, while you may need lots of memory on your camera as well, because you will be captivated by a drastic natural change of the day light. What about watching Supercells at sunset? Seek and you shall find.

7. Fire Whirls

The Fire Whirls are probably the most beautiful and graceful movements of a column of flames, which is created by the vertical forces of a vortex. Except for its awesome beauty and magically illuminated shapes, the Fire Whirls are also very dangerous and devastating at once. They occur within the areas, where a tornado passes over wreckage in flames or a burning forest, for example, while the wind speed is often over 100 mph. It's very rare to capture such a tornado of flames, and the sight is as gorgeous, as it is tragic. However, the Fire Whirls are some of the most captivating natural phenomena, as well as real attractions for photographers and adventure enthusiasts.

8. Sand Storms

Sandstorms are quite a typical natural phenomenon for some parts on Earth. They are created by violent storms and winds, which pass over dusty regions with a dry climate. Thus, the sandy particles are spread within the atmosphere, while the violent winds take a color and strengthen power. For example, Sahara in northern Africa and the deserts in Asia are some of the most famous places, where the sandstorms begin. This beautiful phenomenon is a truly awesome sensation, because when you are embraced by a sandstorm, the ambience changes into a completely different world. In the meantime, the most ferocious sandstorms are quite dangerous, because the tiny particles of sand can penetrate almost everywhere. There are also many places, which offer tempting settings to enjoy this phenomenon, but the Great Pyramids of Giza in Cairo, Egypt, create probably the most inspiring scenery that you can imagine.

9. Rainbows

You have arguably seen a Rainbow or at least you remember the colourful emotions that can provide such a natural phenomenon, but the best part is that our nature is blessed with a wide variety of rainbows. From small arcs with thin layers of colours, to gigantic arcs that can span over hundreds of feet or a double-arched rainbow - this optical illusion is majestic and inspiring. The rainbows are created by the fusion of tiny water drops and sun's rays. For example, the evaporation after a rainfall can provide a rainbow, if the direction of the sun light is optimal. The most quintessential places to observe such a phenomenon include also water basins, such as rivers, lakes, ponds, etc.

10. The Taos Hum

The Taos Hum is more likely an acoustic phenomenon, which is evoked by an unknown source. Maybe by the winds that pass through a specific mountain terrain or something else - there are no certain answers. The people who can hear the Taos Hum are also few, but definitely this is one of the most strange and mystical phenomena of nature. It is named after town Taos in northern New Mexico, U.S., and this is probably the most tempting place to enjoy this sound of nature. It is felt like an invisible eruption of volcano and it is accompanied by a low-frequency noise. Just imagine the atmosphere at sunset, when you hear that sound, while the vistas include numerous tall mountain peaks with a backdrop of storm clouds...

The Top 10 natural phenomena, mentioned in this list, are ten gorgeous wonders, which are created by the unmatched impact of nature, physics, biology, chemistry, etc. There are also so many ways to enjoy these natural wonders that these ways are almost countless. Walking, biking, hiking, picnicking or photographing are just some examples, but in all cases - you will definitely need a solid memory card on your camera. Well, the emotions will be like no other, too.