BY:Datta Nighut
This Web Stories lists 10 places on Earth that defy the laws of science. These places include the Crooked Forest in Poland, the Salar de Uyuni salt flat in Bolivia, the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park in China, and the Dead Sea in Israel/Jordan.
This forest is home to a grove of pine trees bent at a 90-degree angle as if they were forced to do so by some mysterious force.
The Crooked Forest,
This salt flat is so flat and reflective that it creates the illusion of an endless mirror. The salt crust is up to 10 meters thick in some places, and it covers an area of over 10,000 square kilometer
The Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia
China. This park is home to the world-famous Hallelujah Mountains, which are towering pillars of rock that rise up to 3,000 meters. The mountains are so dramatic that they were used as the setting for the fictional world of Pandora in the movie Avatar.
The Zhangjiajie National Forest Park
This lake is the lowest point on Earth, and it is also one of the saltiest bodies of water in the world. The water in the Dead Sea is so salty that it is impossible to sink, and people can easily float on top of it.
The Dead Sea, Israel/Jordan.
This is the world's largest coral reef system, and it is home to an incredible diversity of marine life. The reef is so large that it can be seen from space, and it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Australia.
The Great Barrier Reef, Australia.
This archipelago is home to some of the most unique and unusual wildlife on Earth, including giant tortoises, iguanas, and penguins. The islands were made famous by Charles Darwin, who visited them in the 19th century and used them as a source of inspiration for his theory of evolution.
The Galapagos Islands, Ecuador.
This natural light display is caused by the interaction of solar wind with the Earth's atmosphere. The aurora borealis can be seen in many parts of the world, but it is most visible in the Arctic and Antarctic regions.
The Galapagos Islands, Ecuador.