This week, I’m kicking off a new series on my blog called Photo Friday, where I’ll feature some of my favorite travel bloggers and instagrammer’s photos based on a theme.
This week, it’s gorgeous mountain scenery around the world, from New Zealand to Kosovo. Warning: You’re going to have a serious case of wanderlust after looking at these photos. Go ahead and pack your bags: the mountains are calling.
1. Andorra by Eniko Krix of Tracker Hacker Girl
Why Eniko loves this location: Andorra has over 200 km ski slopes and is a nice hiking destination in the summer.
2. Peru by Marina Paul of My Dear Lola
Why Marina loves this location: Vinicunca mountain, commontly known as Rainbow mountain, it is 5.200 m high (over the sea level). Including the three hours drive from Cusco, it takes around six hours in total to reach the top. The breathtaking landscape, loads of alpacas and some wild vicunas (if you’re lucky) make the trek one of the must things to do when in Perú
3. Tongariro Crossing, New Zealand by Sarah Kennerley of Sarah Sees the World
Why Sarah Loves this location: The Tongariro Crossing is a 19.5km walk through mountainous volcanic terrain in the centre of New Zealand’s North Island. Every hour of the walk the scenery seems to change completely but is always totally stunning.
4. Monte Baldo, Lake Garda, Italy from Justine Cross of Wanderer of the World
Why Justine love this location: Monte Baldo (accessible by cable car) offers the most fabulous views you will ever have of Lake Garda in Italy. The lake itself sparkles like a sapphire and Monte Baldo lets you see just how much it sparkles from above. Wow!
5. Cajon del Maipo, Chile by Lisa Krüger-Franke of Anywhere’s Perfect
Why Lisa loves this location: What you can’t see in this photo is that right behind me is a huge lagoon in the most beautiful blue ever. It is hard to decide where you should look first when driving around the Cajon del Maipo.
6. Blue Mountains, Katoomba, Australia by Maria Jesus
Why Maria loves this location: This is one of the most epic spots I’ve been in Australia. If you’re going to Sydney, you can’t miss it!
7. Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany by Kris Morton of Nomad by Trade
Why Kris love this location: Neuschwanstein is one of the most beautiful buildings in the world. The view from inside of it is just as stunning though.
8. Hallstatt, Austria by Kris Morton of Nomad by Trade
Why Kris loves this location: The little town of Hallstatt, nestled in the Austrian Alps, is one of my favorite towns. You can swim, dine, and learn some local history, all while enjoying this view.
9. Triglav National Park, Slovenia by Karen E of Wanderlustingk
Why Karen loves this location: Triglav National Park is on par with Yosemite when it comes to amazing mountain views and incredible hiking. Luckily, it’s much smaller, so you can explore it easily on a day-trip from Lake Bled!
10. Queenstown, New Zealand by Janine Good of Fill My Passport
Why Janine loves this location: The Adventure Capital of the world, Queenstown, I love so much as it brings the world together for a common purpose to seek adrenaline-pumping experiences while embracing such picturesque and unmatched scenery. No matter where you go in Queenstown, chances are you will meet someone just like you from a different corner of the planet. It is truly magical.
11. Prevalle, Kosovo by Karen E of Wanderlustingk
Why Karen loves this location: Kosovo’s Sar Mountains are largely unknown, yet they have incredible hiking as well as skiing. In fall, the mountains turn orange with the turning leaves.
12. Skippers Canyon, Queenstown New Zealand by Janine Good of Fill My Passport
Why Janine loves this location: Skippers Canyon in Queenstown is the home of the famous jet boats that whisk through at thrilling speeds; however, less known to this adventure junkie hub are the cliff side Onsen Hot Pools that transform a whirlpool spa retreat to an unforgettable serene experience that captivates bathers with its unmatched views of the incredible surrounding mountains.
13. Prevalle, Kosovo by Karen E of Wanderlustingk
Why Karen loves this location: Kosovo’s Sar Mountains are largely unkonwn, so you’ll have the mountains to yourself and a short bus/taxi ride from the historic city of Prizren to access these beautiful mountains as well as its hand-made wooden bridges over mountain streams.
14. Triglav National Park, Slovenia by Karen E of Wanderlusting K
Why Karen loves this location: The Julian Alps are spectacular and should be on the bucket list for every nature lover. When hiking in Triglav national park, I came across this steep/beautiful field of yellow flowers leading down the mountain to the valley.
15. Triglav National Park, Slovenia by Karen E of Wanderlustingk
Why Karen loves this location: This is the third highest mountain in Slovenia, Mangart located in Triglav national park. The trail leads to the very bottom of this magnificent mountain and to the viaferrata that goes straight up, including through two caves.
16. Isle of Skye, Scotland by Karen E of Wanderlustingk
Why Karen loves this location: I was just absolutely fascinated by the red cuillins, otherwise known as the redhills due their curved shape. Unlike the black Cuillins, they are slightly smaller and composed of granite, however it is a striking comparison to the green everywhere.
17. Isle of Skye, Scotland by Karen E of Wanderlustingk
Why Karen loves this location: The Fairy Pools on the Isle of Skye are a sight to behold. They’re surrounded by mountains and you can even dip into these colorful pools.
18. Lake Carezza, Italy by Karen E of Wanderlustingk
Why Karen loves this location: The water is so clear that you can see the beautiful mountains reflected in it.
The story goes that a water nymph lived in the lake and a magician fell in love with her. He tried to get her out of the lake by tricking her by making a rainbow to distract her. As she admired it, the magician jumped into the lake and the nymph went away. The heartbroken magician shattered the rainbow and threw it in the lake, hence its nickname as the rainbow lake.”
19. Mount Rainier, Washington by Rebecca of Away From the Office (yours truly)
Why Rebecca loves this location: Mt. Rainier is a majestic beauty with folks in the Pacific Northwest referring to her as “the mountain.” When she’s out, everyone stops and stares. To get this close to her majestic beauty is awe-inspiring.
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Great photos! They all look stunning and makes me want to go to the mountains. The mountains are calling.
Justine
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