13 Real Places That Look Like Straight Up Fantasy Worlds

7. Zhangye Danxia Geopark, China

Speaking of magical rainbow lands of wonder, get a load of these kaleidoscope mountains in China.

The streaks of colour are formed by layers and layers of sedimentary rock being laid down over millions of years, back when dinosaurs were a thing, and then pushed up by the same tectonic activity that gave us the Himalayas.

The best time to capture the vibrant colours is right after rainfall, when the brightest hues can be seen.