The world's wonders extend beyond what people can see from the earth's surface. We have searched every part of the world to find the best bird's-eye viewing locations which include complex maze systems and street networks and heart-shaped islands and unexpected viewpoints of well-known tourist attractions.
Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
No list of stunning bird's-eye sights would be complete without Dubai's Palm Jumeirah. The artificial island contains luxurious hotels and expensive residential properties which developers built by using sand dredged from the Persian Gulf seabed. The circular layout of the palm tree design creates an aerial view which shows a stunning architectural achievement.
The Pentagon, Arlington County, Virginia, USA
The US Department of Defense headquarters presents an imposing appearance which visitors can see from their position on the ground. The Pentagon is built in the pared-back, Stripped Classicism style and it sprawls across a whopping 29 acres. The aerial view shows an even greater level of architectural beauty.
The 1940s building was originally planned for a plot that was bordered by roads on five sides – though it was eventually built elsewhere, architects kept the pentagonal design. The Pentagon experienced its most severe damage during the attacks which took place on September 11, 2001.
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Nazca Lines, Peru
The incredible Nazca Lines of Southern Peru represent one of the world's most recognized geoglyphs. The ancient Nazca culture which existed approximately 2000 years ago created desert carvings that display both geometric designs and animal shapes including hummingbirds.
The reason for their creation remains unknown to scientists. Some contemporary archaeologists interpret the site as a ceremonial prayer to deities requesting rainfall and agricultural fertility.
Palma nova, Italy
The star-shaped city of Palmanova is a wonder from up high. The 16th-century city was constructed to represent the Renaissance ideal of a perfect city through its geometric design and multiple defensive wall systems. The city developed into an almost impenetrable fortified structure which successfully defended against Ottoman attacks. Napoleon conquered the city in the late 1700s and he expanded its walls to create a larger defensive perimeter.
Statue of Liberty, New York City, New York, USA
Lady Liberty is the subject of countless photos, but have you ever seen her snapped from above? The aerial photograph displays the impressive star-shaped design of the fort which serves as her base. Fort Wood dates back to the early 19th century and was built to protect New York from British invasion.
Lotus Temple, New Delhi, India
The Lotus Temple in New Delhi shows its beauty from all viewing positions. The Baháí temple, which was constructed in the 1980s, displays a lotus flower design through its architectural elements and its garden arrangement of marble "petals."
A stunning geometric design becomes visible when viewed from the upper vantage point. The temple area contains nine pools which surround the structure because Baháí faith considers nine to be a "perfect" number.
Queen Mary’s Gardens, Regents Park, London, England, UK
The Queen Mary Gardens attract summer visitors from London who come to see its 12000 blooming roses. The formal gardens offer walking paths which enable visitors to discover their beauty while only aerial views reveal the complete design of the gardens. The aerial perspective shows a design that consists of circular rings which intersect with neat pathways while being enclosed by grass that resembles velvet.
Sydney Opera House, Australia
Sydney Opera House must be one of the most photographed landmarks in the world but, such is its striking profile, the building is rarely shown off from above. Bird's-eye photos reveal the neat geometry of the tiled shells and the pointed, mountain-like shadows they cast.
Architect Jørn Utzon designed the white shells to create a visual contrast with "the deep blue of Sydney Harbour" which becomes more evident from an aerial viewpoint.
Tianmen Mountain Road, China
The route which presents the most dangerous driving conditions actually exists here. The route which goes through Tianmen National Park in China stretches across Tianmen Mountain in a straight line because the road design includes 99 distinct curves. The road creates a dangerous driving experience which requires drivers to have complete understanding of its hairpin turns and switchbacks through an aerial perspective.
Galesnjak, Croatia
The island known as Galesnjak receives its nickname "Lover's Island" because its romantic atmosphere is immediately obvious. The Croatian land mass displays its ancient burial mounds and olive trees and most prominently its heart-shaped design which becomes visible from aerial view.
The island has a width of 164 feet and a length of 50 meters which became widely popular through Google Earth when users discovered its special shape.
