The World's Most Stunning Natural Wonders You've Never Heard Of
6. The Socotra Archipelago, Yemen

Off the coast of Yemen lies the Socotra Archipelago, a remote and otherworldly landscape home to unique flora and fauna found nowhere else on Earth. The island’s most famous resident, the Dragon’s Blood Tree, resembles a giant mushroom and produces a red sap used for medicinal purposes. The archipelago’s isolation has allowed for the evolution of species that are both bizarre and beautiful, making it a living laboratory of biodiversity. Socotra’s pristine beaches, rugged mountains, and unusual plant life create a surreal and captivating environment that beckons the adventurous traveler.