The Earth is a beautiful place, with lots of stunning spots that would make you feel in awe of the world’s grandeur. Surely, a master painter and wonderful creator was behind the creation of the Earth.

A lot of people would probably not believe that the following photos are taken on Earth. Many of these surreal photos look like they belong to alien planets from across a gazillion stars in another universe. The truth? Not only are these areas found on Earth, the photos are also authentic.

If you are skeptical about these amazing spots, there’s no use of just saying that these places are but figments of an artist’s wild imaginations. You can actually pack up your bags and head off to these superb landmarks or tourist spots.

This is not an artist’s random paint-splattered canvas but a real spring – and would you have guessed that bacteria is responsible for giving this spring its stunning colors?

This pink lake? Courtesy of bacteria as well.

…and another pink lake due to bacteria.

There really is light at the end of the tunnel!

This uninhabited island is every rock climber’s dream.

Would you believe this charming tunnel is actually an actual tunnel used by trains?

Stunning, isn’t it?

I wonder how this forest can be explored?

Simply beautiful…

Even with the riverbeds, the area is too dry for vegetation.

This spot looks straight out of a sci-fi flick.

Legend has it that a giant built this causeway.

Are the trees kneeling to pray?

Wow! A serene spot.

Would you dare to take a peak?

This surreal photo looks like it’s from an alien planet.

…this mountain, too.

This beautiful place is a prime spot for diving.

Scary…found the man in the pic?

…another surreal scene that looks like its from a movie or something.

This alien-like piece is actually a superb tourist spot – completely natural, I must say.

Can you find the mighty dragon?

It would be heavenly to walk through this tunnel.

It looks like an optical illusion.