1. Takachiho Gorge, Japan
Takachiho is V-shaped canyon, created by volcanic lava flows of the river's water cooling Gokase-gawa. This canyon has steep cliffs by the river and two stretches. Gokase-gawa River has many beautiful waterfalls, which is typical Manai-no-taki waterfall 17 m high. In addition, there is another gorge walking 600 m long, is colored by the cherry blossom trees and the flowers mountain rhododendron Japan. Both sides of the canyon purple bean flowers bloom from spring to early summer. In the fall, those trees blaze red and yellow romantic.
2. Antelope Canyon, USA
Antelop the canyon and visit the most photographed in the American Southwest. It is located in Navajo land near Page, Arizona.Antelope Canyon includes two separate photoreceptor, the Upper Antelope Canyon or "The Crack" and Lower Antelope Canyon or "The corkscrew". This canyon was formed by erosion of Navajo Sandstone, primarily due to flash flooding. Rainwater, especially during the rainy season, usually flow into canyons and push sand swept into the narrow aisles. Over time, the walkways, corroded and filled with rocks creating smooth edges and as works of art. Antelope Canyon is a popular location for photographers and those who love adventure travel. It was opened in 1997 for tourists to visit.
3. Verdon Gorge, France
Verdon Gorge is about 25 km long and 7000 m deep. It was formed by the Verdon River, which is named based on the water is emerald green beautiful. It is also one of the most distinctive features of this canyon. The most impressive town located between Castellane and Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, where the river cut a gorge 700 m depth alley and go through a massive limestone.
At the end of the canyon, the Verdon river flows into the artificial lake Sainte-Croix-du-Verdon. Verdon was named as one of the most beautiful gorges in Europe. It attracts many tourists come here every year to visit, especially in summer. Verdon Gorge is a destination for adventurous climbers, because there are more than 1,500 climbing routes. In addition, the Verdon river is also a point of interest for those who love fishing.
4. Oneonta Gorge, U.S.
Oneonta Gorge is located in the Columbia River, Oregon, USA. U.S. Forest Agency has identified this canyon as a sanctuary for flora here is aquatic plant systems and unique trees. The basalt walls in the canyon is home to many diverse types of plants such as ferns, mosses, and lichens. This is just a special kind of plants grow here. Oneonta Gorge is a small creek flowing through. There are 4 major waterfalls on the canal, including the Middle Oneonta waterfall is the most beautiful and often confused with the waterfall in the lower and upper. In the bottom part of Oneonta Gorge is a nature reserve and has many trails for hiking enthusiasts.
5. Vintgar Gorge, Slovenia
Vintgar Canyon is one of the most famous natural sites in Slovenia. It lies on the route from north to Bled Podhom village. Vintgar the attractions for more than 100 years. Canyon is a narrow path along the cliff, the bottom of the river is flowing and billowing Radovna many dangerous rapids. The trail along the canyon for about 1.6 km. Radovna River flows through narrow canyons and steep.Vintgar Canyon ended in stunning waterfall Sum 26 meters high - the highest waterfall in Slovenia. The last paragraph of the canyon is one of the areas with dramatic scenery and a panoramic view of the Bled.
6. Glen Canyon, USA
Glen Canyon is located in the Vermilion area mountains, southeast Utah, USA. It is formed by the flow of the mighty Colorado River.Lake Powell Reservoir is the result of a dam to keep water flowing through Glen Canyon. This canyon is a true paradise for nature lovers. Whether biologist, anthropologist or a casual traveler, you will have moments when useful and wonderful to explore this area.Glen Canyon is a wonderful place to explore the geology of the unique soil structure, because this area has experienced a process of environmental changes due to climate change, fire, the geologic millennia.
